Nikon S4100 vs Samsung TL240
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Nikon S4100 vs Samsung TL240 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
- Introduced February 2011
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 4800 (Expand to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 31-217mm (F3.3-5.5) lens
- 160g - 104 x 58 x 20mm
- Launched January 2010
- Additionally Known as ST5000

Nikon S4100 vs Samsung TL240 Overview
Its time to examine more in depth at the Nikon S4100 vs Samsung TL240, both Ultracompact cameras by rivals Nikon and Samsung. The image resolution of the S4100 (14MP) and the TL240 (14MP) is relatively close and they use the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The S4100 was brought out 14 months later than the TL240 which makes the cameras a generation apart from each other. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (Ultracompact).
Before delving in to a complete comparison, below is a concise introduction of how the S4100 scores versus the TL240 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Nikon S4100 vs Samsung TL240 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix S4100 & Samsung TL240. The entire galleries are viewable at Nikon S4100 Gallery & Samsung TL240 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S4100 over the Samsung TL240
S4100 | TL240 | |||
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Launched | February 2011 | ![]() | January 2010 | More recent by 14 months |
Reasons to pick Samsung TL240 over the Nikon S4100
TL240 | S4100 | |||
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Screen sizing | 3.5" | ![]() | 3" | Bigger screen (+0.5") |
Common features in the Nikon S4100 and Samsung TL240
S4100 | TL240 | |||
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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 has selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Nikon S4100 vs Samsung TL240 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is intending to lug around your camera regularly, you are going to need to take into account its weight and size. The Nikon S4100 has external 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) while the Samsung TL240 has specifications of 104mm x 58mm x 20mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") and a weight of 160 grams (0.35 lbs).
Compare the Nikon S4100 vs Samsung TL240 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you select at that time. The following is the front view physical size comparison of the S4100 vs the TL240.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the S4100 and TL240 is 99 and 95 respectively.

Nikon S4100 vs Samsung TL240 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it is very tough to visualize the difference in sensor measurements just by viewing a spec sheet. The visual here will help provide you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the S4100 and TL240.
As you can see, each of these cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the same exact MP therefore you can expect comparable quality of images however you would want to factor the age of the cameras into account. The fresher S4100 provides an edge with regard to sensor innovation.

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Nikon S4100 vs Samsung TL240 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix S4100 | Samsung TL240 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Nikon | Samsung |
Model | Nikon Coolpix S4100 | Samsung TL240 |
Also called as | - | ST5000 |
Type | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Introduced | 2011-02-09 | 2010-01-06 |
Physical type | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | Expeed C2 | - |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14MP | 14MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4334 x 3256 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 4800 |
Highest enhanced ISO | - | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 26-130mm (5.0x) | 31-217mm (7.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.2-6.5 | f/3.3-5.5 |
Macro focus distance | 10cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3 inches | 3.5 inches |
Resolution of display | 230 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Display tech | TFT LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 4 secs | 8 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/1500 secs |
Continuous shutter rate | 1.0 frames per second | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 4.50 m | 5.00 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720p (30fps), 640 x 480 (30fps) | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (60, 30, 15 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Microphone 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 | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | - | 160 gr (0.35 pounds) |
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 life | 190 photos | - |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | EN-EL19 | SLB-11A |
Self timer | Yes (10 or 2 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Double, Motion) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD / SDHC/SDXC | MicroSD/ MicroSDHC, Internal |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Pricing at release | $140 | $171 |