Nikon S6100 vs Samsung TL220
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Nikon S6100 vs Samsung TL220 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
- Revealed February 2011
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 27-124mm (F3.5-5.9) lens
- 169g - 100 x 60 x 19mm
- Introduced August 2009
- Alternative Name is ST500
Nikon S6100 vs Samsung TL220 Overview
Its time to take a closer look at the Nikon S6100 versus Samsung TL220, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by manufacturers Nikon and Samsung. There is a significant difference between the image resolutions of the S6100 (16MP) and TL220 (12MP) but they feature the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").
Photography GlossaryThe S6100 was brought out 19 months after the TL220 making the cameras a generation away from each other. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before delving straight into a step-by-step comparison, below is a quick synopsis of how the S6100 grades vs the TL220 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Nikon S6100 vs Samsung TL220 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix S6100 and Samsung TL220. The entire galleries are provided at Nikon S6100 Gallery and Samsung TL220 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S6100 over the Samsung TL220
S6100 | TL220 | |||
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Introduced | February 2011 | August 2009 | Newer by 19 months | |
Manually focus | Dial accurate focusing | |||
Display resolution | 460k | 230k | Crisper display (+230k dot) |
Reasons to pick Samsung TL220 over the Nikon S6100
TL220 | S6100 |
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Common features in the Nikon S6100 and Samsung TL220
S6100 | TL220 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display sizing | 3" | 3" | Equivalent display dimensions | |
Selfie screen | Neither contains selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly display | Easily navigate |
Nikon S6100 vs Samsung TL220 Physical Comparison
When you are intending to travel with your camera frequently, you are going to need to take into account its weight and volume. The Nikon S6100 has got exterior dimensions of 98mm x 58mm x 27mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.1") with a weight of 175 grams (0.39 lbs) while the Samsung TL220 has sizing of 100mm x 60mm x 19mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 0.7") with a weight of 169 grams (0.37 lbs).
See the Nikon S6100 versus Samsung TL220 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you choose at that moment. The following is the front view dimension comparison of the S6100 against the TL220.
Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the S6100 and TL220 is 93 and 95 respectively.
Nikon S6100 vs Samsung TL220 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it is very tough to imagine the contrast between sensor dimensions only by reading through specs. The image below should give you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the S6100 and TL220.
All in all, the two cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but different MP. You should anticipate the Nikon S6100 to give you extra detail having its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will help you crop photos far more aggressively. The more recent S6100 provides a benefit in sensor tech.
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Nikon S6100 vs Samsung TL220 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix S6100 | Samsung TL220 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Nikon | Samsung |
Model | Nikon Coolpix S6100 | Samsung TL220 |
Also called | - | ST500 |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Revealed | 2011-02-09 | 2009-08-13 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | 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 area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16MP | 12MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4000 x 3000 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-196mm (7.0x) | 27-124mm (4.6x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.7-5.6 | f/3.5-5.9 |
Macro focus range | 3cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Display resolution | 460k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Display tech | TFT touchscreen LCD with Anti-reflection coating | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 4 seconds | 8 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shooting rate | 1.0 frames/s | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 4.50 m | 3.40 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, Slow sync, Manual |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720p (30fps), 640 x 480 (30fps) | 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 format | MPEG-4, Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Microphone 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 proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 175g (0.39 lbs) | 169g (0.37 lbs) |
Dimensions | 98 x 58 x 27mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.1") | 100 x 60 x 19mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 0.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 life | 210 shots | - |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | EN-EL12 | SLB-07A |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (10 sec, 2 sec, Double, Motion Timer) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | MicroSD/ MicroSDHC, internal |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail price | $195 | $90 |