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Nikon S5100 vs Samsung TL100

Portability
95
Imaging
35
Features
21
Overall
29
Nikon Coolpix S5100 front
 
Samsung TL100 front
Portability
91
Imaging
35
Features
20
Overall
29

Nikon S5100 vs Samsung TL100 Key Specs

Nikon S5100
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 100 - 1600
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 28-140mm (F2.7-6.6) lens
  • 132g - 97 x 57 x 22mm
  • Introduced August 2010
Samsung TL100
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 80 - 3200
  • Digital Image Stabilization
  • 640 x 480 video
  • 35-105mm (F3.0-5.6) lens
  • 219g - 105 x 61 x 37mm
  • Launched January 2009
  • Also referred to as ST50
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Nikon S5100 vs Samsung TL100 Overview

The following is a in depth analysis of the Nikon S5100 versus Samsung TL100, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by rivals Nikon and Samsung. The resolution of the S5100 (12MP) and the TL100 (12MP) is relatively comparable and both cameras posses the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

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The S5100 was manufactured 20 months after the TL100 which makes them a generation away from each other. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before diving straight to a thorough comparison, here is a concise overview of how the S5100 matches up against the TL100 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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Reasons to pick Nikon S5100 over the Samsung TL100

 S5100 TL100 
LaunchedAugust 2010January 2009Newer by 20 months

Reasons to pick Samsung TL100 over the Nikon S5100

 TL100 S5100 

Common features in the Nikon S5100 and Samsung TL100

 S5100 TL100 
Focus manually Lack of manual focus
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Screen size2.7"2.7"Same screen size
Screen resolution230k230kExact same screen resolution
Selfie screen Absent selfie screen
Touch friendly screen Absent Touch friendly screen

Nikon S5100 vs Samsung TL100 Physical Comparison

In case you're looking to travel with your camera, you will want to consider its weight and dimensions. The Nikon S5100 enjoys exterior measurements of 97mm x 57mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.9") along with a weight of 132 grams (0.29 lbs) while the Samsung TL100 has dimensions of 105mm x 61mm x 37mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.5") having a weight of 219 grams (0.48 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you have during that time. Here is a front view measurement comparison of the S5100 vs the TL100.

Nikon S5100 vs Samsung TL100 size comparison

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the S5100 and TL100 is 95 and 91 respectively.

Nikon S5100 vs Samsung TL100 top view buttons comparison

Nikon S5100 vs Samsung TL100 Sensor Comparison

Generally, it can be hard to visualise the difference in sensor dimensions merely by seeing a spec sheet. The picture here should offer you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the S5100 and TL100.

Clearly, the 2 cameras come with the identical sensor size and the same exact resolution and you should expect comparable quality of photos however you should always factor the release date of the cameras into account. The more modern S5100 will have an advantage in sensor innovation.

Nikon S5100 vs Samsung TL100 sensor size comparison

Nikon S5100 vs Samsung TL100 Screen and ViewFinder

Nikon S5100 vs Samsung TL100 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Nikon S5100 Portrait photography advice
Samsung TL100 Portrait photography advice
21
no manual focus
manual exposure not possible
can't use external flash
sensor resolution low (12MP)
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have RAW format
26
has face detection focusing
no manual focus
lack of manual exposure
cannot use external flash
low MP (12MP)
small sensor size (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW files
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Street Comparison

Nikon S5100 Street photography highlights
Samsung TL100 Street photography highlights
62
image stabilization (Optical)
lighter than competition (132 grams)
fixed screen
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have RAW format
53
has image stabilization (Digital)
no articulating screen
small sensor size (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW files
more heavy than competition (219g)
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Sports Comparison

Nikon S5100 Sports photography highlights
Samsung TL100 Sports photography highlights
27
image stabilization (Optical)
no shutter priority
sensor resolution low (12 megapixels)
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have phase detect autofocus
34
has image stabilization (Digital)
has tracking autofocus
lack of shutter priority mode
low MP (12 megapixels)
small sensor size (1/2.3")
doesn't have phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

Nikon S5100 Travel photography features
Samsung TL100 Travel photography features
62
lighter than competition (132g)
flash built-in
quite wide (28mm)
lack of Time Lapse function
sensor resolution low (12MP)
does not contain selfie friendly display
slow max aperture (f2.7)
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has built in flash
no Timelapse mode
more heavy than competition (219 grams)
low MP (12 megapixels)
doesn't have selfie friendly screen
wide angle not fantastic (35mm)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.0)
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Landscape Comparison

Nikon S5100 Landscape photography details
Samsung TL100 Landscape photography details
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quite wide (28mm)
image stabilization (Optical)
no manual focus
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
slow max aperture (f2.7)
tiny screen (2.7 inches)
manual exposure not possible
sensor resolution low (12MP)
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have RAW format
lack of Time Lapse function
27
has image stabilization (Digital)
no manual focus
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not fantastic (35mm)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.0)
small screen (2.7")
lack of manual exposure
low MP (12MP)
small sensor size (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW files
no Timelapse mode
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Vlogging Comparison

Vlogging with Nikon S5100
Vlogging with Samsung TL100
31
quite wide (28mm)
image stabilization (Optical)
lighter than competition (132g)
slow max aperture (f2.7)
does not contain selfie friendly display
low res video (1280 x 720 pixels)
lack of external mic port
26
has image stabilization (Digital)
has face detection focusing
wide angle not fantastic (35mm)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.0)
doesn't have selfie friendly screen
low quality video (640 x 480 pxls)
no external microphone jack
more heavy than competition (219g)
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Nikon S5100 vs Samsung TL100 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Nikon S5100 and Samsung TL100
 Nikon Coolpix S5100Samsung TL100
General Information
Make Nikon Samsung
Model type Nikon Coolpix S5100 Samsung TL100
Also called as - ST50
Category Small Sensor Compact Small Sensor Compact
Introduced 2010-08-17 2009-01-08
Body design Compact Compact
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 6.08 x 4.56mm
Sensor surface area 28.1mm² 27.7mm²
Sensor resolution 12 megapixel 12 megapixel
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 4:3 and 16:9 16:9, 4:3 and 3:2
Highest resolution 4000 x 3000 4000 x 3000
Highest native ISO 1600 3200
Minimum native ISO 100 80
RAW format
Autofocusing
Manual focusing
AF touch
AF continuous
AF single
AF tracking
AF selectice
Center weighted AF
Multi area AF
Live view AF
Face detection focusing
Contract detection focusing
Phase detection focusing
Cross type focus points - -
Lens
Lens mount type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 28-140mm (5.0x) 35-105mm (3.0x)
Max aperture f/2.7-6.6 f/3.0-5.6
Macro focusing distance 2cm 10cm
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.9
Screen
Range of screen Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen sizing 2.7 inch 2.7 inch
Resolution of screen 230k dot 230k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch screen
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Slowest shutter speed 4 seconds 1 seconds
Maximum shutter speed 1/1500 seconds 1/1500 seconds
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual exposure
Custom WB
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash settings Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, Slow Syncro 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
Supported video resolutions 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) 800 x 592 (20 fps) , 640 x 480 (30,15 fps) , 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps)
Highest video resolution 1280x720 640x480
Video data format Motion JPEG Motion JPEG
Microphone input
Headphone input
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 seal
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 132 grams (0.29 pounds) 219 grams (0.48 pounds)
Physical dimensions 97 x 57 x 22mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.9") 105 x 61 x 37mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.5")
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 -
Self timer Yes Yes (2, 10 or Custom)
Time lapse recording
Storage media SD/SDHC, Internal SD/MMC/SDHC card
Storage slots 1 1
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