Nikon S4100 vs Samsung SL720
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Nikon S4100 vs Samsung SL720 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- 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
- Released February 2011
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 1600
- 640 x 480 video
- 28-102mm (F2.8-5.7) lens
- 168g - 92 x 61 x 23mm
- Introduced July 2009
- Additionally Known as PL70
Nikon S4100 vs Samsung SL720 Overview
Below is a thorough assessment of the Nikon S4100 versus Samsung SL720, both Ultracompact cameras by companies Nikon and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the S4100 (14MP) and the SL720 (12MP) is relatively close and they feature the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").
Peek Behind the Lens of 'Photographer' and Their Go-To CamerasThe S4100 was revealed 20 months later than the SL720 which makes the cameras a generation apart from one another. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (Ultracompact).
Before going straight into a in depth comparison, below is a simple overview of how the S4100 grades versus the SL720 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Nikon S4100 vs Samsung SL720 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix S4100 & Samsung SL720. The full galleries are available at Nikon S4100 Gallery & Samsung SL720 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S4100 over the Samsung SL720
S4100 | SL720 | |||
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Introduced | February 2011 | July 2009 | More recent by 20 months | |
Screen sizing | 3" | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") | |
Touch friendly screen | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Samsung SL720 over the Nikon S4100
SL720 | S4100 |
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Common features in the Nikon S4100 and Samsung SL720
S4100 | SL720 | |||
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Manual focus | No manual focusing | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen resolution | 230k | 230k | The same screen resolution | |
Selfie screen | Neither offers selfie screen |
Nikon S4100 vs Samsung SL720 Physical Comparison
For those who are aiming to lug around your camera, you'll need to consider its weight and proportions. The Nikon S4100 offers outside dimensions of 95mm x 57mm x 20mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.8") along with a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs) and the Samsung SL720 has measurements of 92mm x 61mm x 23mm (3.6" x 2.4" x 0.9") having a weight of 168 grams (0.37 lbs).
Analyze the Nikon S4100 versus Samsung SL720 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are using at the time. Below is the front view size comparison of the S4100 versus the SL720.
Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the S4100 and SL720 is 99 and 94 respectively.
Nikon S4100 vs Samsung SL720 Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it is difficult to visualise the contrast in sensor measurements only by viewing specs. The graphic underneath should offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the S4100 and SL720.
All in all, each of the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same resolution. You can count on the Nikon S4100 to render greater detail because of its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop pictures far more aggressively. The younger S4100 is going to have an advantage in sensor technology.
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Nikon S4100 vs Samsung SL720 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix S4100 | Samsung SL720 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Nikon | Samsung |
Model | Nikon Coolpix S4100 | Samsung SL720 |
Other name | - | PL70 |
Category | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Released | 2011-02-09 | 2009-07-14 |
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 | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4000 x 3000 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 1600 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 26-130mm (5.0x) | 28-102mm (3.6x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.2-6.5 | f/2.8-5.7 |
Macro focus distance | 10cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3 inches | 2.7 inches |
Resolution of display | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Display tech | TFT LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 4s | 8s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/1500s |
Continuous shooting speed | 1.0 frames per sec | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 4.50 m | 4.60 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, Slow sync |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure 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) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 640x480 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Microphone 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 | - | 168 grams (0.37 pounds) |
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 All around 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 | - |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | EN-EL19 | SLB-10A |
Self timer | Yes (10 or 2 sec) | Yes |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | SD / SDHC/SDXC | SD/MMC/SDHC card, Internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Cost at launch | $140 | $119 |