Nikon S4000 vs Samsung ST700
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35 Features
20 Overall
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99 Imaging
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Nikon S4000 vs Samsung ST700 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- 1280 x 720 video
- 27-108mm (F3.2-5.9) lens
- 131g - 95 x 57 x 20mm
- Introduced February 2010
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 0 - 0
- 1280 x 720 video
- ()mm (F) lens
- n/ag - 99 x 55 x 20mm
- Introduced January 2011

Nikon S4000 vs Samsung ST700 Overview
The following is a extensive assessment of the Nikon S4000 and Samsung ST700, both Ultracompact cameras by manufacturers Nikon and Samsung. There is a big difference among the image resolutions of the S4000 (12MP) and ST700 (16MP) but they enjoy the exact same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

The S4000 was announced 11 months earlier than the ST700 which means that they are of a similar generation. Both of these cameras come with the identical body type (Ultracompact).
Before we go straight into a in depth comparison, below is a concise synopsis of how the S4000 matches up versus the ST700 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Nikon S4000 vs Samsung ST700 Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix S4000 and Samsung ST700. The whole galleries are provided at Nikon S4000 Gallery and Samsung ST700 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S4000 over the Samsung ST700
S4000 | ST700 | |||
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Display resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper display (+230k dot) |
Reasons to pick Samsung ST700 over the Nikon S4000
ST700 | S4000 | |||
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Introduced | January 2011 | ![]() | February 2010 | Newer by 11 months |
Common features in the Nikon S4000 and Samsung ST700
S4000 | ST700 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Lack of manual focus | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display dimension | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Identical display sizing |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Absent selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Nikon S4000 vs Samsung ST700 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is planning to travel with your camera frequently, you are going to need to factor in its weight and proportions. The Nikon S4000 has got exterior dimensions of 95mm x 57mm x 20mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.8") having a weight of 131 grams (0.29 lbs) while the Samsung ST700 has measurements of 99mm x 55mm x 20mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") having a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).
Look at the Nikon S4000 and Samsung ST700 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you choose during that time. Underneath is the front view measurement comparison of the S4000 versus the ST700.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the S4000 and ST700 is 96 and 99 respectively.

Nikon S4000 vs Samsung ST700 Sensor Comparison
Often, it can be difficult to imagine the contrast in sensor dimensions merely by checking out technical specs. The picture here will help provide you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the S4000 and ST700.
As you have seen, both of these cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements but different MP. You should expect to see the Samsung ST700 to produce greater detail with its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will help you crop pics somewhat more aggressively. The more aged S4000 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.

Nikon S4000 vs Samsung ST700 Screen and ViewFinder


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Nikon S4000 vs Samsung ST700 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix S4000 | Samsung ST700 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Nikon | Samsung |
Model | Nikon Coolpix S4000 | Samsung ST700 |
Type | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Introduced | 2010-02-03 | 2011-01-05 |
Body design | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | Expeed C2 | - |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.16 x 4.62mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.5mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12MP | 16MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | - |
Peak resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4608 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | - |
Min native ISO | 80 | - |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 27-108mm (4.0x) | () |
Max aperture | f/3.2-5.9 | - |
Macro focus distance | 8cm | - |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of screen | 460k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 8 seconds | 8 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | 3.0fps | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, Slow Syncro | - |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | - |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | none |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 131g (0.29 lb) | - |
Dimensions | 95 x 57 x 20mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.8") | 99 x 55 x 20mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") |
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 | - |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC, Internal | - |
Storage slots | One | One |
Launch cost | $200 | $280 |