Nikon S6100 vs Samsung SL30
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Nikon S6100 vs Samsung SL30 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-196mm (F3.7-5.6) lens
- 175g - 98 x 58 x 27mm
- Introduced February 2011
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 1600
- 640 x 480 video
- 38-114mm (F2.8-5.7) lens
- 140g - 94 x 61 x 23mm
- Revealed February 2009
- Additionally referred to as ES15

Nikon S6100 vs Samsung SL30 Overview
In this article, we are looking at the Nikon S6100 versus Samsung SL30, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by manufacturers Nikon and Samsung. There is a noticeable difference among the image resolutions of the S6100 (16MP) and SL30 (10MP) but they possess the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

The S6100 was revealed 2 years after the SL30 which is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before delving through a detailed comparison, below is a concise highlight of how the S6100 grades versus the SL30 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Nikon S6100 vs Samsung SL30 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix S6100 & Samsung SL30. The full galleries are viewable at Nikon S6100 Gallery & Samsung SL30 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S6100 over the Samsung SL30
S6100 | SL30 | |||
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Revealed | February 2011 | ![]() | February 2009 | More modern by 25 months |
Manually focus | ![]() | More exact focus | ||
Display sizing | 3" | ![]() | 2.5" | Larger display (+0.5") |
Display resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer display (+230k dot) |
Touch display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Samsung SL30 over the Nikon S6100
SL30 | S6100 |
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Common features in the Nikon S6100 and Samsung SL30
S6100 | SL30 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lack of selfie screen |
Nikon S6100 vs Samsung SL30 Physical Comparison
For those who are looking to carry around your camera, you'll have to think about its weight and dimensions. The Nikon S6100 enjoys physical measurements of 98mm x 58mm x 27mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.1") and a weight of 175 grams (0.39 lbs) and the Samsung SL30 has dimensions of 94mm x 61mm x 23mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 0.9") along with a weight of 140 grams (0.31 lbs).
Take a look at the Nikon S6100 versus Samsung SL30 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you use during that time. Following is the front view sizing comparison of the S6100 against the SL30.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the S6100 and SL30 is 93 and 95 respectively.

Nikon S6100 vs Samsung SL30 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it's tough to visualize the difference in sensor sizes simply by going through specifications. The picture underneath might provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the S6100 and SL30.
To sum up, each of these cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but different resolution. You can expect to see the Nikon S6100 to produce greater detail because of its extra 6MP. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop photos a little more aggressively. The newer S6100 provides a benefit with regard to sensor tech.

Nikon S6100 vs Samsung SL30 Screen and ViewFinder


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Nikon S6100 vs Samsung SL30 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix S6100 | Samsung SL30 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Nikon | Samsung |
Model type | Nikon Coolpix S6100 | Samsung SL30 |
Also called as | - | ES15 |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Introduced | 2011-02-09 | 2009-02-17 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | Expeed C2 | - |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16MP | 10MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | - |
Highest Possible resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 3648 x 2736 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 1600 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Total focus points | 9 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-196mm (7.0x) | 38-114mm (3.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.7-5.6 | f/2.8-5.7 |
Macro focusing distance | 3cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3 inches | 2.5 inches |
Resolution of display | 460 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Display technology | TFT touchscreen LCD with Anti-reflection coating | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 4 seconds | 8 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/1500 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | 1.0fps | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 4.50 m | 4.60 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye | Auto, On, Off, Auto & Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync, Fill-in Flash, Flash Off, Red-Eye Fix |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720p (30fps), 640 x 480 (30fps) | 800 x 592 (20 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (60, 30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 640x480 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Mic 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 | 175 gr (0.39 lbs) | 140 gr (0.31 lbs) |
Dimensions | 98 x 58 x 27mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.1") | 94 x 61 x 23mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 life | 210 photos | - |
Battery format | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | EN-EL12 | - |
Self timer | Yes | Yes |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/MMC/SDHC card, Internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail price | $195 | $93 |