Nikon S4000 vs Samsung ST95
96 Imaging
35 Features
20 Overall
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99 Imaging
38 Features
19 Overall
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Nikon S4000 vs Samsung ST95 Key Specs
(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
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 0 - 0
- 1280 x 720 video
- ()mm (F) lens
- n/ag - 92 x 53 x 17mm
- Revealed January 2011

Nikon S4000 vs Samsung ST95 Overview
On this page, we will be evaluating the Nikon S4000 and Samsung ST95, both Ultracompact cameras by rivals Nikon and Samsung. There exists a noticeable gap among the image resolutions of the S4000 (12MP) and ST95 (16MP) but both cameras boast the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

The S4000 was manufactured 11 months earlier than the ST95 which means that they are both of a similar age. Both the cameras have the same body design (Ultracompact).
Before diving into a comprehensive comparison, here is a brief view of how the S4000 scores versus the ST95 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Nikon S4000 vs Samsung ST95 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix S4000 & Samsung ST95. The entire galleries are available at Nikon S4000 Gallery & Samsung ST95 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S4000 over the Samsung ST95
S4000 | ST95 | |||
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Touch screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Samsung ST95 over the Nikon S4000
ST95 | S4000 | |||
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Revealed | January 2011 | ![]() | February 2010 | Fresher by 11 months |
Common features in the Nikon S4000 and Samsung ST95
S4000 | ST95 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | No manual focusing | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equal screen dimensions |
Screen resolution | 460k | ![]() | 460k | The same screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lacking selfie screen |
Nikon S4000 vs Samsung ST95 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is aiming to carry your camera regularly, you have to take into account its weight and measurements. The Nikon S4000 provides outside dimensions of 95mm x 57mm x 20mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.8") with a weight of 131 grams (0.29 lbs) whilst the Samsung ST95 has proportions of 92mm x 53mm x 17mm (3.6" x 2.1" x 0.7") along with a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).
Examine the Nikon S4000 and Samsung ST95 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Always remember, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are employing at the time. The following is a front view over all size comparison of the S4000 compared to the ST95.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the S4000 and ST95 is 96 and 99 respectively.

Nikon S4000 vs Samsung ST95 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it is very difficult to see the contrast in sensor sizing merely by going through specifications. The photograph here should give you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the S4000 and ST95.
To sum up, both the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same MP. You can count on the Samsung ST95 to produce extra detail due to its extra 4MP. Higher resolution can also help you crop photographs more aggressively. The older S4000 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.

Nikon S4000 vs Samsung ST95 Screen and ViewFinder


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Nikon S4000 vs Samsung ST95 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix S4000 | Samsung ST95 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Nikon | Samsung |
Model type | Nikon Coolpix S4000 | Samsung ST95 |
Class | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Released | 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 dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.16 x 4.62mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.5mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12MP | 16MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | - |
Full resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4608 x 3456 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | - |
Min native ISO | 80 | - |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 27-108mm (4.0x) | () |
Highest aperture | f/3.2-5.9 | - |
Macro focusing distance | 8cm | - |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of display | 460k dot | 460k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 8 secs | 8 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | 3.0 frames per second | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, Slow Syncro | - |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
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 |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | - |
Mic 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 proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 131 grams (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 All around rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery ID | EN-EL10 | - |
Self timer | Yes | - |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC, Internal | - |
Storage slots | One | One |
Retail pricing | $200 | $145 |