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Nikon S4000 vs Samsung TL225

Portability
96
Imaging
35
Features
20
Overall
29
Nikon Coolpix S4000 front
 
Samsung TL225 front
Portability
94
Imaging
35
Features
33
Overall
34

Nikon S4000 vs Samsung TL225 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
  • Announced February 2010
Samsung TL225
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3.5" Fixed Display
  • ISO 80 - 3200
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 27-124mm (F3.5-5.9) lens
  • 187g - 100 x 60 x 19mm
  • Launched August 2009
  • Also referred to as ST550
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Nikon S4000 vs Samsung TL225 Overview

The following is a in-depth overview of the Nikon S4000 vs Samsung TL225, both Ultracompact digital cameras by rivals Nikon and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the S4000 (12MP) and the TL225 (12MP) is very well matched and both cameras have the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The S4000 was revealed 6 months after the TL225 which means that they are of a similar age. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Ultracompact).

Before delving right into a full comparison, here is a concise summary of how the S4000 grades against the TL225 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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Reasons to pick Nikon S4000 over the Samsung TL225

 S4000 TL225 

Reasons to pick Samsung TL225 over the Nikon S4000

 TL225 S4000 
Display size3.5"3"Larger display (+0.5")
Display resolution1152k460kCrisper display (+692k dot)

Common features in the Nikon S4000 and Samsung TL225

 S4000 TL225 
LaunchedFebruary 2010August 2009Similar age
Manually focus No manual focus
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Selfie screen No selfie screen
Touch display Easily navigate

Nikon S4000 vs Samsung TL225 Physical Comparison

For anybody who is going to travel with your camera often, you will have to take into account its weight and measurements. The Nikon S4000 comes with exterior 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) whilst the Samsung TL225 has proportions of 100mm x 60mm x 19mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 0.7") having a weight of 187 grams (0.41 lbs).

Contrast the Nikon S4000 vs Samsung TL225 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you select at that time. The following is a front view sizing comparison of the S4000 compared to the TL225.

Nikon S4000 vs Samsung TL225 size comparison

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the S4000 and TL225 is 96 and 94 respectively.

Nikon S4000 vs Samsung TL225 top view buttons comparison

Nikon S4000 vs Samsung TL225 Sensor Comparison

Usually, it is very difficult to envision the difference between sensor dimensions purely by checking technical specs. The picture underneath will offer you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the S4000 and TL225.

As you can tell, both of these cameras feature the identical sensor size and the exact same resolution therefore you can expect similar quality of files although you will need to consider the launch date of the products into consideration.

Nikon S4000 vs Samsung TL225 sensor size comparison

Nikon S4000 vs Samsung TL225 Screen and ViewFinder

Nikon S4000 vs Samsung TL225 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Nikon S4000 as a Portrait photography camera
Samsung TL225 as a Portrait photography camera
21
manual focus not available
lack of manual exposure
cannot use external flash
low megapixels (12 megapixels)
small sensor (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
21
manual focus not available
lack of manual exposure
external flash not possible
megapixel count low (12 megapixels)
small sensor (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
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Street Comparison

Nikon S4000 Street photography advice
Samsung TL225 Street photography advice
48
screen does not articulate
does not have image stabilization
small sensor (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
59
has image stabilization (Optical)
includes focus by touch
screen is fixed
small sensor (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
heavier than competition in class (187g)
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Sports Comparison

Nikon S4000 Sports photography factors
Samsung TL225 Sports photography factors
17
continuous shooting slow (3.0 fps)
no shutter priority
does not have image stabilization
low megapixels (12 megapixels)
small sensor (1/2.3")
lacks phase detect auto focus
27
has image stabilization (Optical)
no shutter priority mode
megapixel count low (12 megapixels)
small sensor (1/2.3")
does not have phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

Travel photography with Nikon S4000
Travel photography with Samsung TL225
58
built-in flash
reasonably wide (27mm)
does not have Time Lapse function
low megapixels (12 megapixels)
screen is not selfie friendly
slow maximum aperture (f3.2)
59
includes focus by touch
built-in flash
relatively wide (27mm)
doesn't have Time Lapse function
heavier than competition in class (187 grams)
megapixel count low (12MP)
doesn't posses selfie friendly display
slow maximum aperture (f3.5)
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Landscape Comparison

Nikon S4000 as a Landscape photography camera
Samsung TL225 as a Landscape photography camera
32
reasonably wide (27mm)
screen is a decent size (3 inch)
manual focus not available
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
slow maximum aperture (f3.2)
lack of manual exposure
does not have image stabilization
low megapixels (12 megapixels)
small sensor (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
does not have Time Lapse function
37
relatively wide (27mm)
screen larger than average (3.5 inches)
has image stabilization (Optical)
manual focus not available
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
slow maximum aperture (f3.5)
lack of manual exposure
megapixel count low (12 megapixels)
small sensor (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
doesn't have Time Lapse function
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Vlogging Comparison

Nikon S4000 Vlogging advice
Samsung TL225 Vlogging advice
28
reasonably wide (27mm)
touchscreen
slow maximum aperture (f3.2)
screen is not selfie friendly
does not have image stabilization
low res video (1280 x 720 pxls)
does not have mic support
29
relatively wide (27mm)
touchscreen
has image stabilization (Optical)
slow maximum aperture (f3.5)
doesn't posses selfie friendly display
low res video (1280 x 720 resolution)
doesn't have external mic socket
heavier than competition in class (187g)
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Nikon S4000 vs Samsung TL225 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Nikon S4000 and Samsung TL225
 Nikon Coolpix S4000Samsung TL225
General Information
Brand Name Nikon Samsung
Model type Nikon Coolpix S4000 Samsung TL225
Also Known as - ST550
Category Ultracompact Ultracompact
Announced 2010-02-03 2009-08-13
Physical type Ultracompact Ultracompact
Sensor Information
Powered by 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 12MP 12MP
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 4:3 and 16:9 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9
Full resolution 4000 x 3000 4000 x 3000
Max native ISO 3200 3200
Lowest native ISO 80 80
RAW files
Autofocusing
Manual focusing
Touch to focus
Continuous autofocus
Single autofocus
Autofocus tracking
Autofocus selectice
Autofocus center weighted
Autofocus multi area
Live view autofocus
Face detect focus
Contract detect focus
Phase detect focus
Lens
Lens support fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 27-108mm (4.0x) 27-124mm (4.6x)
Max aperture f/3.2-5.9 f/3.5-5.9
Macro focusing distance 8cm 5cm
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.9
Screen
Type of display Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display size 3" 3.5"
Resolution of display 460k dots 1,152k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch screen
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None None
Features
Lowest shutter speed 8 seconds 8 seconds
Highest shutter speed 1/2000 seconds 1/2000 seconds
Continuous shooting rate 3.0 frames per second -
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Change white balance
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash distance - 3.40 m
Flash options Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, Slow Syncro Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, Slow sync, Manual
External flash
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) 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (60, 30, 15 fps)
Max video resolution 1280x720 1280x720
Video data format Motion JPEG Motion JPEG
Mic port
Headphone port
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 sealing
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 131 grams (0.29 lb) 187 grams (0.41 lb)
Physical dimensions 95 x 57 x 20mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.8") 100 x 60 x 19mm (3.9" x 2.4" 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 SLB-07A
Self timer Yes Yes (10 sec, 2 sec, Double, Motion Timer)
Time lapse recording
Storage type SD/SDHC, Internal MicroSD/ MicroSDHC, Internal
Card slots Single Single
Pricing at launch $200 $488