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Nikon S4000 vs Samsung TL205

Portability
96
Imaging
35
Features
20
Overall
29
Nikon Coolpix S4000 front
 
Samsung TL205 front
Portability
94
Imaging
35
Features
17
Overall
27

Nikon S4000 vs Samsung TL205 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
  • Announced February 2010
Samsung TL205
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Display
  • ISO 80 - 3200
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 35-105mm (F3.0-5.6) lens
  • 177g - 99 x 59 x 20mm
  • Released January 2010
  • Other Name is PL100
Photography Glossary

Nikon S4000 vs Samsung TL205 Overview

The following is a extended analysis of the Nikon S4000 and Samsung TL205, both Ultracompact digital cameras by companies Nikon and Samsung. The image resolution of the S4000 (12MP) and the TL205 (12MP) is very similar and both cameras provide the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The S4000 was released within a month of the TL205 so they are of a similar age. Both cameras have the same body design (Ultracompact).

Before delving straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a brief view of how the S4000 scores against the TL205 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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Reasons to pick Nikon S4000 over the Samsung TL205

 S4000 TL205 
Display dimensions3"2.7"Larger display (+0.3")
Display resolution460k230kCrisper display (+230k dot)
Touch friendly display Easily navigate

Reasons to pick Samsung TL205 over the Nikon S4000

 TL205 S4000 

Common features in the Nikon S4000 and Samsung TL205

 S4000 TL205 
ReleasedFebruary 2010January 2010Similar age
Manually focus Lack of manual focus
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Selfie screen Neither features selfie screen

Nikon S4000 vs Samsung TL205 Physical Comparison

If you are planning to travel with your camera frequently, you should think about its weight and size. The Nikon S4000 enjoys outer 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) whilst the Samsung TL205 has specifications of 99mm x 59mm x 20mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") along with a weight of 177 grams (0.39 lbs).

Examine the Nikon S4000 and Samsung TL205 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are utilising at the time. Following is a front view physical size comparison of the S4000 versus the TL205.

Nikon S4000 vs Samsung TL205 size comparison

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the S4000 and TL205 is 96 and 94 respectively.

Nikon S4000 vs Samsung TL205 top view buttons comparison

Nikon S4000 vs Samsung TL205 Sensor Comparison

Generally, it is very hard to envision the contrast between sensor dimensions merely by reading a spec sheet. The pic underneath will provide you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the S4000 and TL205.

Clearly, both of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the exact same megapixels so you can expect similar quality of pictures though you may want to factor the age of the products into consideration.

Nikon S4000 vs Samsung TL205 sensor size comparison

Nikon S4000 vs Samsung TL205 Screen and ViewFinder

Nikon S4000 vs Samsung TL205 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Portrait photography with Nikon S4000
Portrait photography with Samsung TL205
21
lack of manual focus
no manual mode
external flash not possible
MP count low (12MP)
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW format
21
lack of manual focus
manual mode not available
external flash not possible
MP count low (12MP)
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
lack of RAW support
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Street Comparison

Nikon S4000 Street photography factors
Samsung TL205 Street photography factors
48
screen is fixed
lack of image stabilization
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW format
47
no articulating screen
lack of image stabilization
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
lack of RAW support
more heavy than others in class (177g)
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Sports Comparison

Nikon S4000 Sports photography features
Samsung TL205 Sports photography features
17
max fps very slow (3.0 frames/s)
no shutter priority
lack of image stabilization
MP count low (12 megapixels)
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
doesn't have phase detect autofocus
25
supports tracking focus
no shutter priority mode
lack of image stabilization
MP count low (12MP)
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
lack of phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

Travel photography with Nikon S4000
Travel photography with Samsung TL205
58
has built in flash
relatively wide (27mm)
missing Timelapse mode
MP count low (12 megapixels)
doesn't contain selfie friendly display
slow maximum aperture (f3.2)
50
has built in flash
no Timelapse function
more heavy than others in class (177 grams)
MP count low (12 megapixels)
does not feature selfie friendly screen
wide angle not good (35mm)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.0)
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Landscape Comparison

Landscape photography with Nikon S4000
Landscape photography with Samsung TL205
32
relatively wide (27mm)
pretty good screen size (3 inch)
lack of manual focus
cannot swap lens (fixed lens mount)
slow maximum aperture (f3.2)
no manual mode
lack of image stabilization
MP count low (12 megapixels)
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW format
missing Timelapse mode
23
lack of manual focus
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not good (35mm)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.0)
screen is small (2.7")
manual mode not available
lack of image stabilization
MP count low (12MP)
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
lack of RAW support
no Timelapse function
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Vlogging Comparison

Nikon S4000 as a Vlogging camera
Samsung TL205 as a Vlogging camera
28
relatively wide (27mm)
touchscreen enabled
slow maximum aperture (f3.2)
doesn't contain selfie friendly display
lack of image stabilization
low video resolution (1280 x 720 resolution)
missing external microphone port
22
wide angle not good (35mm)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.0)
does not feature selfie friendly screen
lack of image stabilization
low quality video (1280 x 720 resolution)
no microphone jack
more heavy than others in class (177 grams)
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Nikon S4000 vs Samsung TL205 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Nikon S4000 and Samsung TL205
 Nikon Coolpix S4000Samsung TL205
General Information
Manufacturer Nikon Samsung
Model Nikon Coolpix S4000 Samsung TL205
Also referred to as - PL100
Category Ultracompact Ultracompact
Announced 2010-02-03 2010-01-06
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 6.08 x 4.56mm
Sensor area 28.1mm² 27.7mm²
Sensor resolution 12MP 12MP
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 4:3 and 16:9 4:3 and 16:9
Max resolution 4000 x 3000 4000 x 3000
Max native ISO 3200 3200
Lowest native ISO 80 80
RAW pictures
Autofocusing
Manual focus
AF touch
AF continuous
Single AF
AF tracking
Selective AF
AF center weighted
Multi area AF
AF live view
Face detection focusing
Contract detection focusing
Phase detection focusing
Lens
Lens mounting type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range 27-108mm (4.0x) 35-105mm (3.0x)
Max aperture f/3.2-5.9 f/3.0-5.6
Macro focus range 8cm 10cm
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.9
Screen
Screen type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen size 3 inch 2.7 inch
Resolution of screen 460 thousand dot 230 thousand dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch function
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None None
Features
Min shutter speed 8 secs 8 secs
Max shutter speed 1/2000 secs 1/1500 secs
Continuous shutter speed 3.0 frames/s -
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Custom WB
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash range - 3.40 m
Flash modes Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, Slow Syncro Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync
Hot shoe
AEB
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment exposure
Average exposure
Spot exposure
Partial exposure
AF area exposure
Center weighted exposure
Video features
Video resolutions 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (60, 30 fps)
Max video resolution 1280x720 1280x720
Video file format Motion JPEG Motion JPEG
Microphone input
Headphone input
Connectivity
Wireless None None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environmental seal
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 131 grams (0.29 lbs) 177 grams (0.39 lbs)
Physical dimensions 95 x 57 x 20mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.8") 99 x 59 x 20mm (3.9" x 2.3" 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 Yes (2 or 10 sec, Double, Motion)
Time lapse recording
Type of storage SD/SDHC, Internal MicroSD/ MicroSDHC, SD/SDHC Internal
Storage slots Single Single
Price at release $200 $180