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Nikon S4000 vs Samsung SL620

Portability
96
Imaging
35
Features
20
Overall
29
Nikon Coolpix S4000 front
 
Samsung SL620 front
Portability
94
Imaging
34
Features
13
Overall
25

Nikon S4000 vs Samsung SL620 Key Specs

Nikon S4000
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Display
  • ISO 80 - 3200
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 27-108mm (F3.2-5.9) lens
  • 131g - 95 x 57 x 20mm
  • Released February 2010
Samsung SL620
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Display
  • ISO 80 - 1600
  • 640 x 480 video
  • 35-175mm (F2.8-5.7) lens
  • 168g - 92 x 61 x 23mm
  • Announced February 2009
  • Alternative Name is PL65
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Nikon S4000 vs Samsung SL620 Overview

On this page, we are evaluating the Nikon S4000 and Samsung SL620, both Ultracompact digital cameras by rivals Nikon and Samsung. The image resolution of the S4000 (12MP) and the SL620 (12MP) is very well matched and both cameras provide the same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The S4000 was introduced 12 months after the SL620 and they are of a similar generation. Each of these cameras have the same body design (Ultracompact).

Before delving into a in depth comparison, here is a concise highlight of how the S4000 grades vs the SL620 for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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Reasons to pick Nikon S4000 over the Samsung SL620

 S4000 SL620 
AnnouncedFebruary 2010February 2009Newer by 12 months
Display dimensions3"2.7"Larger display (+0.3")
Display resolution460k230kCrisper display (+230k dot)
Touch friendly display Easily navigate

Reasons to pick Samsung SL620 over the Nikon S4000

 SL620 S4000 

Common features in the Nikon S4000 and Samsung SL620

 S4000 SL620 
Focus manually Lack of manual focus
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Selfie screen No selfie screen

Nikon S4000 vs Samsung SL620 Physical Comparison

For anyone who is looking to travel with your camera, you need to factor its weight and proportions. The Nikon S4000 has exterior measurements of 95mm x 57mm x 20mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 131 grams (0.29 lbs) while the Samsung SL620 has measurements of 92mm x 61mm x 23mm (3.6" x 2.4" x 0.9") with a weight of 168 grams (0.37 lbs).

Take a look at the Nikon S4000 and Samsung SL620 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you choose at the time. Below is a front view proportions comparison of the S4000 compared to the SL620.

Nikon S4000 vs Samsung SL620 size comparison

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the S4000 and SL620 is 96 and 94 respectively.

Nikon S4000 vs Samsung SL620 top view buttons comparison

Nikon S4000 vs Samsung SL620 Sensor Comparison

In many cases, it can be tough to imagine the difference between sensor dimensions merely by checking a spec sheet. The pic here will help give you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the S4000 and SL620.

As you can see, the two cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the same exact MP and you should expect similar quality of photographs but you have to take the production date of the products into consideration. The newer S4000 provides an edge with regard to sensor technology.

Nikon S4000 vs Samsung SL620 sensor size comparison

Nikon S4000 vs Samsung SL620 Screen and ViewFinder

Nikon S4000 vs Samsung SL620 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Portrait photography with Nikon S4000
Portrait photography with Samsung SL620
21
lack of manual focus
manual mode not available
no external flash support
low megapixels (12 megapixels)
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW support
26
comes with face detection focus
no manual focus
manual mode not possible
cannot use external flash
resolution not great (12MP)
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW format
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Street Comparison

Street photography with Nikon S4000
Street photography with Samsung SL620
48
no moving screen
lack of image stabilization
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW support
47
screen does not articulate
no image stabilization
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW format
heavier than competition (168 grams)
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Sports Comparison

Nikon S4000 as a Sports photography camera
Samsung SL620 as a Sports photography camera
17
max frames per second low (3.0 fps)
no shutter priority
lack of image stabilization
low megapixels (12MP)
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
doesn't have phase detect auto focus
17
no shutter priority
no image stabilization
resolution not great (12 megapixels)
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
doesn't have phase detect auto focus
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Travel Comparison

Nikon S4000 as a Travel photography camera
Samsung SL620 as a Travel photography camera
58
has built in flash
reasonably wide (27mm)
no Time Lapse function
low megapixels (12 megapixels)
screen is not selfie friendly
slow max aperture (f3.2)
50
built-in flash
lack of Time Lapse mode
heavier than competition (168g)
resolution not great (12MP)
display isn't selfie friendly
wide angle not great (35mm)
slow maximum aperture (f2.8)
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Landscape Comparison

Nikon S4000 as a Landscape photography camera
Samsung SL620 as a Landscape photography camera
32
reasonably wide (27mm)
screen is a decent size (3 inch)
lack of manual focus
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
slow max aperture (f3.2)
manual mode not available
lack of image stabilization
low megapixels (12MP)
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW support
no Time Lapse function
23
no manual focus
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not great (35mm)
slow maximum aperture (f2.8)
small screen (2.7 inch)
manual mode not possible
no image stabilization
resolution not great (12MP)
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW format
lack of Time Lapse mode
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Vlogging Comparison

Nikon S4000 Vlogging details
Samsung SL620 Vlogging details
28
reasonably wide (27mm)
touchscreen functionality
slow max aperture (f3.2)
screen is not selfie friendly
lack of image stabilization
low res video (1280 x 720 pixels)
no external mic socket
24
comes with face detection focus
wide angle not great (35mm)
slow maximum aperture (f2.8)
display isn't selfie friendly
no image stabilization
low res video (640 x 480 pixels)
lack of external mic support
heavier than competition (168g)
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Nikon S4000 vs Samsung SL620 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Nikon S4000 and Samsung SL620
 Nikon Coolpix S4000Samsung SL620
General Information
Make Nikon Samsung
Model Nikon Coolpix S4000 Samsung SL620
Also referred to as - PL65
Class Ultracompact Ultracompact
Released 2010-02-03 2009-02-17
Physical type Ultracompact Ultracompact
Sensor Information
Chip Expeed C2 -
Sensor type CCD CCD
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor dimensions 6.17 x 4.55mm 6.08 x 4.56mm
Sensor surface area 28.1mm² 27.7mm²
Sensor resolution 12 megapixel 12 megapixel
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 4:3 and 16:9 -
Max resolution 4000 x 3000 4000 x 3000
Max native ISO 3200 1600
Min native ISO 80 80
RAW photos
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Touch focus
AF continuous
AF single
Tracking AF
AF selectice
Center weighted AF
Multi area AF
Live view AF
Face detect AF
Contract detect AF
Phase detect AF
Lens
Lens mount fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range 27-108mm (4.0x) 35-175mm (5.0x)
Maximal aperture f/3.2-5.9 f/2.8-5.7
Macro focus range 8cm 5cm
Crop factor 5.8 5.9
Screen
Type of display Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display size 3 inches 2.7 inches
Display resolution 460 thousand dots 230 thousand dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch functionality
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Min shutter speed 8 secs 8 secs
Max shutter speed 1/2000 secs 1/2000 secs
Continuous shutter rate 3.0 frames per second -
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual mode
Custom WB
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash range - 4.60 m
Flash settings Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, Slow Syncro Auto, On, Off, Auto & Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync, Fill-in Flash, Flash Off, Red-Eye Fix
Hot shoe
Auto exposure bracketing
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment exposure
Average exposure
Spot exposure
Partial exposure
AF area exposure
Center weighted exposure
Video features
Supported video resolutions 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) 800 x 592 (20 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (60, 30 fps)
Max video resolution 1280x720 640x480
Video data format Motion JPEG Motion JPEG
Mic support
Headphone support
Connectivity
Wireless None None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environment sealing
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 131g (0.29 pounds) 168g (0.37 pounds)
Physical dimensions 95 x 57 x 20mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.8") 92 x 61 x 23mm (3.6" x 2.4" x 0.9")
DXO scores
DXO Overall score not tested not tested
DXO Color Depth score not tested not tested
DXO Dynamic range score not tested not tested
DXO Low light score not tested not tested
Other
Battery model EN-EL10 -
Self timer Yes Yes
Time lapse feature
Storage type SD/SDHC, Internal SD/MMC/SDHC card, Internal
Card slots One One
Cost at release $200 $200