Nikon S5100 vs Samsung SL30

Here, we are comparing the Nikon S5100 and Samsung SL30, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by competitors Nikon and Samsung. The image resolution of the S5100 (12MP) and the SL30 (10MP) is very comparable and both cameras have the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The S5100 was introduced 19 months later than the SL30 making them a generation apart from one another. The two cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before diving into a more detailed comparison, here is a short highlight of how the S5100 scores vs the SL30 for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix S5100 and Samsung SL30. The whole galleries are provided at Nikon S5100 Gallery and Samsung SL30 Gallery.

If you are going to lug around your camera regularly, you will have to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Nikon S5100 offers physical measurements of 97mm x 57mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.9") with a weight of 132 grams (0.29 lbs) while the Samsung SL30 has dimensions of 94mm x 61mm x 23mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 0.9") and a weight of 140 grams (0.31 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are working with at the time. Underneath is a front view measurements comparison of the S5100 vs the SL30.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the S5100 and SL30 is 95 and 95 respectively.

More often than not, it's hard to picture the contrast in sensor measurements merely by seeing specs. The visual below will help offer you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the S5100 and SL30.

As you can plainly see, both of the cameras come with the identical sensor size but different megapixels. You should expect to see the Nikon S5100 to produce extra detail using its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop images a good deal more aggressively. The more modern S5100 provides an advantage when it comes to sensor technology.