Nikon S4300 vs Samsung HZ15W
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Nikon S4300 vs Samsung HZ15W Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-156mm (F3.5-6.5) lens
- 139g - 96 x 59 x 21mm
- Launched February 2012
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-240mm (F3.3-5.8) lens
- 249g - 105 x 61 x 37mm
- Announced February 2009
- Alternative Name is WB550

Nikon S4300 vs Samsung HZ15W Overview
In this article, we are matching up the Nikon S4300 versus Samsung HZ15W, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by competitors Nikon and Samsung. There exists a noticeable gap among the image resolutions of the S4300 (16MP) and HZ15W (12MP) but they possess the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The S4300 was revealed 2 years later than the HZ15W and that is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before delving in to a step-by-step comparison, below is a simple introduction of how the S4300 grades against the HZ15W with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Nikon S4300 vs Samsung HZ15W Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix S4300 & Samsung HZ15W. The full galleries are viewable at Nikon S4300 Gallery & Samsung HZ15W Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S4300 over the Samsung HZ15W
S4300 | HZ15W | |||
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Announced | February 2012 | ![]() | February 2009 | More recent by 36 months |
Touch display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Samsung HZ15W over the Nikon S4300
HZ15W | S4300 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | More accurate focus |
Common features in the Nikon S4300 and Samsung HZ15W
S4300 | HZ15W | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display sizing | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equivalent display measurement |
Display resolution | 460k | ![]() | 460k | Same display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lack of selfie screen |
Nikon S4300 vs Samsung HZ15W Physical Comparison
For anybody who is planning to lug around your camera regularly, you will need to consider its weight and volume. The Nikon S4300 comes with outside dimensions of 96mm x 59mm x 21mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.8") along with a weight of 139 grams (0.31 lbs) while the Samsung HZ15W has sizing of 105mm x 61mm x 37mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.5") along with a weight of 249 grams (0.55 lbs).
Examine the Nikon S4300 versus Samsung HZ15W in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember that, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you choose at the time. Here is the front view dimension comparison of the S4300 against the HZ15W.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the S4300 and HZ15W is 95 and 90 respectively.

Nikon S4300 vs Samsung HZ15W Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it's tough to imagine the contrast in sensor measurements purely by seeing specifications. The graphic below should give you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the S4300 and HZ15W.
To sum up, the 2 cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but different megapixels. You can anticipate the Nikon S4300 to provide more detail because of its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also make it easier to crop images a little more aggressively. The newer S4300 provides an advantage when it comes to sensor technology.

Nikon S4300 vs Samsung HZ15W Screen and ViewFinder


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Nikon S4300 vs Samsung HZ15W Specifications
Nikon Coolpix S4300 | Samsung HZ15W | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Nikon | Samsung |
Model | Nikon Coolpix S4300 | Samsung HZ15W |
Also referred to as | - | WB550 |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Launched | 2012-02-01 | 2009-02-23 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
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 surface area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 16:9, 4:3 and 3:2 |
Peak resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4000 x 3000 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
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 | 26-156mm (6.0x) | 24-240mm (10.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.5-6.5 | f/3.3-5.8 |
Macro focus range | 5cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of display | 460k dots | 460k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Display tech | TFT-LCD with Anti-reflection coating | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 4s | 16s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/2000s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | - | 4.70 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow-sync | Auto, Auto & Red-eye reduction, Fill-in flash, Slow sync, Flash off, Red eye fix |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720p (30 fps), 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 | MPEG-4, H.264 | 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 | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 139 gr (0.31 pounds) | 249 gr (0.55 pounds) |
Dimensions | 96 x 59 x 21mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.8") | 105 x 61 x 37mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.5") |
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 | 180 images | - |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | EN-EL19 | - |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (10 sec, 2 sec, Double, Motion Timer) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SC/SDHC/MMC/MMCplus, internal |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Retail cost | $119 | $330 |