Nikon S570 vs Samsung SL820
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![Nikon Coolpix S570 front Nikon Coolpix S570 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Nikon-Coolpix-S570/Nikon-S570-front.jpg)
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Nikon S570 vs Samsung SL820 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F2.7-6.6) lens
- 140g - 92 x 57 x 22mm
- Revealed August 2009
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 1600
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F3.4-5.8) lens
- 168g - 95 x 59 x 23mm
- Announced February 2009
- Alternative Name is IT100
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Nikon S570 vs Samsung SL820 Overview
On this page, we are matching up the Nikon S570 and Samsung SL820, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by brands Nikon and Samsung. The resolution of the S570 (12MP) and the SL820 (12MP) is very comparable and both cameras offer the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").
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The S570 was announced 6 months later than the SL820 which means that they are both of a similar age. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before diving into a comprehensive comparison, here is a simple synopsis of how the S570 grades vs the SL820 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
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Nikon S570 vs Samsung SL820 Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix S570 & Samsung SL820. The whole galleries are viewable at Nikon S570 Gallery & Samsung SL820 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S570 over the Samsung SL820
S570 | SL820 |
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Reasons to pick Samsung SL820 over the Nikon S570
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Display dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Common features in the Nikon S570 and Samsung SL820
S570 | SL820 | |||
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Announced | August 2009 | ![]() | February 2009 | Same age |
Focus manually | ![]() | No manual focusing | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | The same display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lacking selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Neither has Touch friendly display |
Nikon S570 vs Samsung SL820 Physical Comparison
When you are intending to lug around your camera regularly, you'll need to factor its weight and size. The Nikon S570 has external dimensions of 92mm x 57mm x 22mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 140 grams (0.31 lbs) while the Samsung SL820 has specifications of 95mm x 59mm x 23mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.9") having a weight of 168 grams (0.37 lbs).
Look at the Nikon S570 and Samsung SL820 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Remember that, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you use at that time. Underneath is a front view proportions comparison of the S570 vs the SL820.
![Nikon S570 vs Samsung SL820 size comparison Nikon S570 vs Samsung SL820 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Nikon-Coolpix-S570-vs-Samsung-SL820-size-comparison.jpg)
Using size and weight, the portability score of the S570 and SL820 is 95 and 94 respectively.
![Nikon S570 vs Samsung SL820 top view buttons comparison Nikon S570 vs Samsung SL820 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Nikon-Coolpix-S570-vs-Samsung-SL820-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Nikon S570 vs Samsung SL820 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it is tough to see the contrast in sensor measurements just by going through specs. The visual below will help provide you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the S570 and SL820.
All in all, both cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the same exact resolution therefore you can expect comparable quality of photos but you will need to consider the age of the cameras into account.
![Nikon S570 vs Samsung SL820 sensor size comparison Nikon S570 vs Samsung SL820 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Nikon-Coolpix-S570-vs-Samsung-SL820-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Nikon S570 vs Samsung SL820 Screen and ViewFinder
![Nikon S570 vs Samsung SL820 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Nikon S570 vs Samsung SL820 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Nikon-Coolpix-S570-vs-Samsung-SL820-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison
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Street Comparison
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Sports Comparison
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Travel Comparison
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Landscape Comparison
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Vlogging Comparison
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Nikon S570 vs Samsung SL820 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix S570 | Samsung SL820 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Nikon | Samsung |
Model | Nikon Coolpix S570 | Samsung SL820 |
Other name | - | IT100 |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Revealed | 2009-08-04 | 2009-02-17 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | Expeed | - |
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 | 12MP | 12MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4000 x 3000 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 1600 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/2.7-6.6 | f/3.4-5.8 |
Macro focus range | 3cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 2.7" | 3" |
Resolution of display | 230 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 60 seconds | 8 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/1500 seconds |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | - | 4.50 m |
Flash modes | - | Auto, On, Off, Auto & Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync, Fill-in Flash, Flash Off, Red-Eye Fix |
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) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | - | Motion JPEG |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
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 | 140 gr (0.31 lbs) | 168 gr (0.37 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 92 x 57 x 22mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.9") | 95 x 59 x 23mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.9") |
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 model | EN-EL10 | SLB-10A |
Self timer | Yes | Yes |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC, Internal | SD/SDHC/MMC/MMCplus, Internal |
Card slots | One | One |
Pricing at release | $180 | $280 |