Nikon S4000 vs Samsung TL225
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Nikon S4000 vs Samsung TL225 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
- Announced February 2010
(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

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").

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.

Nikon S4000 vs Samsung TL225 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix S4000 & Samsung TL225. The full galleries are provided at Nikon S4000 Gallery & Samsung TL225 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S4000 over the Samsung TL225
S4000 | TL225 |
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Reasons to pick Samsung TL225 over the Nikon S4000
TL225 | S4000 | |||
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Display size | 3.5" | ![]() | 3" | Larger display (+0.5") |
Display resolution | 1152k | ![]() | 460k | Crisper display (+692k dot) |
Common features in the Nikon S4000 and Samsung TL225
S4000 | TL225 | |||
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Launched | February 2010 | ![]() | August 2009 | Similar age |
Manually focus | ![]() | No manual focus | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | 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.
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.

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

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 Screen and ViewFinder


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Nikon S4000 vs Samsung TL225 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix S4000 | Samsung TL225 | |
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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 |