Nikon S4100 vs Samsung SL620
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Nikon S4100 vs Samsung SL620 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-130mm (F3.2-6.5) lens
- n/ag - 95 x 57 x 20mm
- Introduced February 2011
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 1600
- 640 x 480 video
- 35-175mm (F2.8-5.7) lens
- 168g - 92 x 61 x 23mm
- Released February 2009
- Additionally Known as PL65
Photography Glossary Nikon S4100 vs Samsung SL620 Overview
Below is a in depth review of the Nikon S4100 and Samsung SL620, both Ultracompact cameras by brands Nikon and Samsung. The resolution of the S4100 (14MP) and the SL620 (12MP) is very comparable and they enjoy the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD CardsThe S4100 was brought out 2 years later than the SL620 and that is a fairly serious gap as far as camera technology is concerned. The two cameras offer the identical body type (Ultracompact).
Before we go straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a short overview of how the S4100 scores against the SL620 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
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Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix S4100 and Samsung SL620. The entire galleries are provided at Nikon S4100 Gallery and Samsung SL620 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S4100 over the Samsung SL620
| S4100 | SL620 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Released | February 2011 |  | February 2009 | More recent by 25 months |
| Display sizing | 3" |  | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
| Touch display |  | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Samsung SL620 over the Nikon S4100
| SL620 | S4100 |
|---|
Common features in the Nikon S4100 and Samsung SL620
| S4100 | SL620 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Focus manually |  | Lack of manual focusing | ||
| Display type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed display |
| Display resolution | 230k |  | 230k | The same display resolution |
| Selfie screen |  | Neither has selfie screen |
Nikon S4100 vs Samsung SL620 Physical Comparison
When you are intending to lug around your camera often, you have to think about its weight and measurements. The Nikon S4100 has external measurements of 95mm x 57mm x 20mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.8") having a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs) whilst the Samsung SL620 has proportions of 92mm x 61mm x 23mm (3.6" x 2.4" x 0.9") with a weight of 168 grams (0.37 lbs).
Contrast the Nikon S4100 and Samsung SL620 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you have at that time. Following is the front view size comparison of the S4100 versus the SL620.
Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the S4100 and SL620 is 99 and 94 respectively.
Nikon S4100 vs Samsung SL620 Sensor Comparison
Quite often, its hard to see the difference in sensor measurements only by checking out specifications. The graphic below might give you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the S4100 and SL620.
Plainly, both of these cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but not the same megapixels. You should expect to see the Nikon S4100 to show extra detail having its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also help you crop pics a little more aggressively. The more modern S4100 will have an advantage with regard to sensor technology.
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Nikon S4100 vs Samsung SL620 Specifications
| Nikon Coolpix S4100 | Samsung SL620 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Brand Name | Nikon | Samsung |
| Model | Nikon Coolpix S4100 | Samsung SL620 |
| Alternate name | - | PL65 |
| Class | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
| Introduced | 2011-02-09 | 2009-02-17 |
| 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 | 14 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
| Anti aliasing filter | ||
| Max resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4000 x 3000 |
| Max native ISO | 3200 | 1600 |
| Lowest native ISO | 80 | 80 |
| RAW photos | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focus | ||
| Touch to focus | ||
| Continuous AF | ||
| Single AF | ||
| Tracking AF | ||
| Selective AF | ||
| Center weighted AF | ||
| AF multi area | ||
| AF live view | ||
| Face detection AF | ||
| Contract detection AF | ||
| Phase detection AF | ||
| Number of focus points | 9 | - |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens focal range | 26-130mm (5.0x) | 35-175mm (5.0x) |
| Largest aperture | f/3.2-6.5 | f/2.8-5.7 |
| Macro focus range | 10cm | 5cm |
| Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
| Screen | ||
| Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Screen size | 3 inch | 2.7 inch |
| Resolution of screen | 230k dot | 230k dot |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch operation | ||
| Screen tech | TFT LCD | - |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder type | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Minimum shutter speed | 4 seconds | 8 seconds |
| Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
| Continuous shutter speed | 1.0 frames/s | - |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manual exposure | ||
| Change WB | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Built-in flash | ||
| Flash range | 4.50 m | 4.60 m |
| Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye | Auto, On, Off, Auto & Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync, Fill-in Flash, Flash Off, Red-Eye Fix |
| External flash | ||
| AE bracketing | ||
| White balance bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment exposure | ||
| Average exposure | ||
| Spot exposure | ||
| Partial exposure | ||
| AF area exposure | ||
| Center weighted exposure | ||
| Video features | ||
| Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720p (30fps), 640 x 480 (30fps) | 800 x 592 (20 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (60, 30 fps) |
| Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 640x480 |
| Video 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 | ||
| Environment seal | ||
| Water proof | ||
| Dust proof | ||
| Shock proof | ||
| Crush proof | ||
| Freeze proof | ||
| Weight | - | 168 grams (0.37 lbs) |
| Dimensions | 95 x 57 x 20mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.8") | 92 x 61 x 23mm (3.6" x 2.4" x 0.9") |
| 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 life | 190 images | - |
| Form of battery | Battery Pack | - |
| Battery model | EN-EL19 | - |
| Self timer | Yes (10 or 2 sec) | Yes |
| Time lapse recording | ||
| Storage media | SD / SDHC/SDXC | SD/MMC/SDHC card, Internal |
| Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
| Launch price | $140 | $200 |
