Nikon S5100 vs Samsung CL80
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35 Features
21 Overall
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95 Imaging
37 Features
30 Overall
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Nikon S5100 vs Samsung CL80 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 1600
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F2.7-6.6) lens
- 132g - 97 x 57 x 22mm
- Released August 2010
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 4800 (Boost 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
- Additionally Known as ST5500
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In this write-up, we are looking at the Nikon S5100 and Samsung CL80, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Ultracompact by competitors Nikon and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the S5100 (12MP) and the CL80 (14MP) is very similar and they feature the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").
Apple Innovates by Creating Next-Level Optical Stabilization for iPhoneThe S5100 was introduced 8 months later than the CL80 so they are both of a similar generation. Each of these cameras offer different body type with the Nikon S5100 being a Compact camera and the Samsung CL80 being a Ultracompact camera.
Before we go in to a detailed comparison, below is a short summary of how the S5100 matches up versus the CL80 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
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Reasons to pick Nikon S5100 over the Samsung CL80
| S5100 | CL80 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Revealed | August 2010 |  | January 2010 | Fresher by 8 months |
Reasons to pick Samsung CL80 over the Nikon S5100
| CL80 | S5100 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Display sizing | 3.7" |  | 2.7" | Larger display (+1") |
| Touch display |  | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Nikon S5100 and Samsung CL80
| S5100 | CL80 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Focus manually |  | No manual focusing | ||
| Display type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed display |
| Display resolution | 230k |  | 230k | Same display resolution |
| Selfie screen |  | Neither comes with selfie screen |
Nikon S5100 vs Samsung CL80 Physical Comparison
When you are aiming to carry your camera frequently, you have to factor its weight and dimensions. The Nikon S5100 comes with physical dimensions of 97mm x 57mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.9") with a weight of 132 grams (0.29 lbs) and the Samsung CL80 has dimensions of 104mm x 58mm x 20mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") with a weight of 160 grams (0.35 lbs).
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Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you use at that time. Below is the front view dimensions comparison of the S5100 versus the CL80.
Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the S5100 and CL80 is 95 and 95 respectively.
Nikon S5100 vs Samsung CL80 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it can be hard to visualise the difference between sensor sizing merely by going over technical specs. The graphic underneath should offer you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the S5100 and CL80.
As you have seen, each of these cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but not the same MP. You should expect to see the Samsung CL80 to deliver extra detail using its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will help you crop photos a little more aggressively. The younger S5100 will have an edge in sensor innovation.
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Nikon S5100 vs Samsung CL80 Specifications
| Nikon Coolpix S5100 | Samsung CL80 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Company | Nikon | Samsung |
| Model type | Nikon Coolpix S5100 | Samsung CL80 |
| Otherwise known as | - | ST5500 |
| Type | Small Sensor Compact | Ultracompact |
| Released | 2010-08-17 | 2010-01-06 |
| Physical type | Compact | 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 alias filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
| Maximum resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4334 x 3256 |
| Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 4800 |
| Maximum boosted ISO | - | 6400 |
| Minimum native ISO | 100 | 80 |
| RAW pictures | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Focus manually | ||
| Autofocus touch | ||
| Autofocus continuous | ||
| Single autofocus | ||
| Tracking autofocus | ||
| Selective autofocus | ||
| Autofocus center weighted | ||
| Multi area autofocus | ||
| Autofocus live view | ||
| Face detect autofocus | ||
| Contract detect autofocus | ||
| Phase detect autofocus | ||
| Cross type focus points | - | - |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens zoom range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 31-217mm (7.0x) |
| Maximal aperture | f/2.7-6.6 | f/3.3-5.5 |
| Macro focusing range | 2cm | 5cm |
| Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Display sizing | 2.7 inch | 3.7 inch |
| Display resolution | 230 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch screen | ||
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Slowest shutter speed | 4 secs | 8 secs |
| Maximum shutter speed | 1/1500 secs | 1/1500 secs |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manual mode | ||
| Custom white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Integrated flash | ||
| Flash distance | - | 5.00 m |
| Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, Slow Syncro | 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 | ||
| 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 file format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
| Mic 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 proofing | ||
| Dust proofing | ||
| Shock proofing | ||
| Crush proofing | ||
| Freeze proofing | ||
| Weight | 132 gr (0.29 pounds) | 160 gr (0.35 pounds) |
| Dimensions | 97 x 57 x 22mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.9") | 104 x 58 x 20mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO All around rating | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
| Other | ||
| Battery ID | EN-EL10 | SLB-11A |
| Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Double, Motion) |
| Time lapse shooting | ||
| Type of storage | SD/SDHC, Internal | MicroSD/ MicroSDHC, Internal |
| Card slots | 1 | 1 |
| Cost at launch | $200 | $400 |
