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Nikon S4000 vs Samsung ST90

Portability
96
Imaging
35
Features
20
Overall
29
Nikon Coolpix S4000 front
 
Samsung ST90 front
Portability
99
Imaging
37
Features
19
Overall
29

Nikon S4000 vs Samsung ST90 Key Specs

Nikon S4000
(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
  • Revealed February 2010
Samsung ST90
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Display
  • ISO 0 - 0
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • ()mm (F) lens
  • n/ag - 92 x 53 x 17mm
  • Introduced January 2011
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Nikon S4000 vs Samsung ST90 Overview

Let's look a little more in depth at the Nikon S4000 vs Samsung ST90, both Ultracompact cameras by brands Nikon and Samsung. The resolution of the S4000 (12MP) and the ST90 (14MP) is very comparable and both cameras offer the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The S4000 was introduced 11 months before the ST90 which means that they are of a similar generation. Both cameras have the same body design (Ultracompact).

Before delving straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a brief highlight of how the S4000 grades vs the ST90 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

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Reasons to pick Nikon S4000 over the Samsung ST90

 S4000 ST90 
Touch display Easily navigate

Reasons to pick Samsung ST90 over the Nikon S4000

 ST90 S4000 
IntroducedJanuary 2011February 2010More modern by 11 months

Common features in the Nikon S4000 and Samsung ST90

 S4000 ST90 
Manual focus Lack of manual focus
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Display dimensions3"3"Equal display measurements
Display resolution460k460kSame display resolution
Selfie screen Neither features selfie screen

Nikon S4000 vs Samsung ST90 Physical Comparison

When you are looking to carry around your camera, you will want to consider its weight and size. The Nikon S4000 enjoys external dimensions of 95mm x 57mm x 20mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 131 grams (0.29 lbs) and the Samsung ST90 has specifications of 92mm x 53mm x 17mm (3.6" x 2.1" x 0.7") having a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are employing at that moment. Following is a front view scale comparison of the S4000 versus the ST90.

Nikon S4000 vs Samsung ST90 size comparison

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the S4000 and ST90 is 96 and 99 respectively.

Nikon S4000 vs Samsung ST90 top view buttons comparison

Nikon S4000 vs Samsung ST90 Sensor Comparison

Usually, it can be difficult to see the difference in sensor sizes purely by checking out specifications. The pic below might offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the S4000 and ST90.

To sum up, both cameras have the same sensor dimensions but not the same MP. You should expect to see the Samsung ST90 to provide more detail using its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also help you crop pics a bit more aggressively. The more aged S4000 will be disadvantaged in sensor tech.

Nikon S4000 vs Samsung ST90 sensor size comparison

Nikon S4000 vs Samsung ST90 Screen and ViewFinder

Nikon S4000 vs Samsung ST90 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Nikon S4000 Portrait photography features
Samsung ST90 Portrait photography features
21
manual focus not available
lack of manual mode
no external flash support
resolution not great (12MP)
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW format
28
sensor resolution is decent (14 megapixels)
no manual focus
manual exposure not possible
cannot use external flash
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
lack of RAW format
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Street Comparison

Nikon S4000 as a Street photography camera
Samsung ST90 as a Street photography camera
48
screen is fixed
no image stabilization
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW format
49
no moving screen
lack of image stabilization
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
lack of RAW format
low maximum ISO (0)
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Sports Comparison

Nikon S4000 Sports photography factors
Samsung ST90 Sports photography factors
17
continuous shooting slow (3.0 fps)
lack of shutter priority mode
no image stabilization
resolution not great (12 megapixels)
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
does not have phase detect auto focus
26
sensor resolution is decent (14 megapixels)
can't change focal length (()mm)
no shutter priority
lack of image stabilization
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
lack of phase detect auto focus
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Travel Comparison

Nikon S4000 Travel photography info
Samsung ST90 Travel photography info
58
built-in flash
relatively wide (27mm)
doesn't have Time Lapse function
resolution not great (12 megapixels)
display is not selfie friendly
sluggish max aperture (f3.2)
71
sensor resolution is decent (14 megapixels)
built-in flash
very good maximum aperture (f)
missing Timelapse function
screen isn't selfie friendly
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Landscape Comparison

Nikon S4000 Landscape photography advice
Samsung ST90 Landscape photography advice
32
relatively wide (27mm)
screen size is good (3 inch)
manual focus not available
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
sluggish max aperture (f3.2)
lack of manual mode
no image stabilization
resolution not great (12 megapixels)
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW format
doesn't have Time Lapse function
37
very good maximum aperture (f)
screen is a decent size (3 inch)
sensor resolution is decent (14MP)
no manual focus
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
can't change focal length (()mm)
manual exposure not possible
lack of image stabilization
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
low maximum ISO (0)
lack of RAW format
missing Timelapse function
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Vlogging Comparison

Nikon S4000 Vlogging features
Samsung ST90 Vlogging features
28
relatively wide (27mm)
touchscreen
sluggish max aperture (f3.2)
display is not selfie friendly
no image stabilization
low quality video (1280 x 720 resolution)
doesn't have external mic jack
27
very good maximum aperture (f)
screen isn't selfie friendly
lack of image stabilization
low video resolution (1280 x 720 resolution)
missing microphone port
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Nikon S4000 vs Samsung ST90 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Nikon S4000 and Samsung ST90
 Nikon Coolpix S4000Samsung ST90
General Information
Manufacturer Nikon Samsung
Model Nikon Coolpix S4000 Samsung ST90
Category Ultracompact Ultracompact
Revealed 2010-02-03 2011-01-19
Body design Ultracompact Ultracompact
Sensor Information
Processor 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 12 megapixel 14 megapixel
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 4:3 and 16:9 -
Peak resolution 4000 x 3000 4608 x 3456
Highest native ISO 3200 -
Minimum native ISO 80 -
RAW data
Autofocusing
Manual focus
AF touch
AF continuous
Single AF
AF tracking
Selective AF
Center weighted AF
Multi area AF
AF live view
Face detection AF
Contract detection AF
Phase detection AF
Lens
Lens mounting type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range 27-108mm (4.0x) ()
Largest aperture f/3.2-5.9 -
Macro focus distance 8cm -
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.8
Screen
Range of screen Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen size 3 inches 3 inches
Resolution of screen 460 thousand dot 460 thousand dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch capability
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Minimum shutter speed 8s 8s
Fastest shutter speed 1/2000s 1/2000s
Continuous shutter speed 3.0fps -
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Change WB
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash settings Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, Slow Syncro -
External flash
AE 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) 1280 x 720
Highest video resolution 1280x720 1280x720
Video format Motion JPEG -
Microphone jack
Headphone jack
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 lbs) -
Physical dimensions 95 x 57 x 20mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.8") 92 x 53 x 17mm (3.6" x 2.1" x 0.7")
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
Storage media SD/SDHC, Internal -
Storage slots One One
Launch cost $200 $150