Nikon S4000 vs Samsung TL240
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Nikon S4000 vs Samsung TL240 Key Specs
(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
- Introduced February 2010
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 4800 (Push to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 31-217mm (F3.3-5.5) lens
- 160g - 104 x 58 x 20mm
- Revealed January 2010
- Alternate Name is ST5000

Nikon S4000 vs Samsung TL240 Overview
The following is a in depth overview of the Nikon S4000 vs Samsung TL240, both Ultracompact digital cameras by companies Nikon and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the S4000 (12MP) and the TL240 (14MP) is relatively similar and both cameras offer the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

The S4000 was introduced about the same time to the TL240 so they are of a similar age. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Ultracompact).
Before diving into a thorough comparison, here is a quick synopsis of how the S4000 grades vs the TL240 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Nikon S4000 vs Samsung TL240 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix S4000 & Samsung TL240. The whole galleries are available at Nikon S4000 Gallery & Samsung TL240 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S4000 over the Samsung TL240
S4000 | TL240 | |||
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Screen resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper screen (+230k dot) |
Reasons to pick Samsung TL240 over the Nikon S4000
TL240 | S4000 | |||
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Screen dimensions | 3.5" | ![]() | 3" | Bigger screen (+0.5") |
Common features in the Nikon S4000 and Samsung TL240
S4000 | TL240 | |||
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Revealed | February 2010 | ![]() | January 2010 | Similar age |
Focus manually | ![]() | No manual focus | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither contains selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Nikon S4000 vs Samsung TL240 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is aiming to travel with your camera frequently, you're going to have to factor in its weight and size. The Nikon S4000 has got outside 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) while the Samsung TL240 has specifications of 104mm x 58mm x 20mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") having a weight of 160 grams (0.35 lbs).
See the Nikon S4000 vs Samsung TL240 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember that, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you choose at the time. Following is a front view size comparison of the S4000 vs the TL240.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the S4000 and TL240 is 96 and 95 respectively.

Nikon S4000 vs Samsung TL240 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it is very hard to visualise the gap between sensor dimensions just by reading specifications. The image underneath might offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the S4000 and TL240.
Plainly, both cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same resolution. You can count on the Samsung TL240 to deliver greater detail using its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will let you crop shots more aggressively.

Nikon S4000 vs Samsung TL240 Screen and ViewFinder


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Nikon S4000 vs Samsung TL240 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix S4000 | Samsung TL240 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Nikon | Samsung |
Model | Nikon Coolpix S4000 | Samsung TL240 |
Also called | - | ST5000 |
Type | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Introduced | 2010-02-03 | 2010-01-06 |
Body design | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | Expeed C2 | - |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12MP | 14MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4334 x 3256 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 4800 |
Maximum enhanced ISO | - | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
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) | 31-217mm (7.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.2-5.9 | f/3.3-5.5 |
Macro focus distance | 8cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 3 inch | 3.5 inch |
Screen resolution | 460k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
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 | ||
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | - | 5.00 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, Slow Syncro | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance 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, 15 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 131 grams (0.29 lbs) | 160 grams (0.35 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 95 x 57 x 20mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.8") | 104 x 58 x 20mm (4.1" 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 | SLB-11A |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Double, Motion) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC, Internal | MicroSD/ MicroSDHC, Internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Launch pricing | $200 | $171 |