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Nikon S620 vs Samsung TL100

Portability
96
Imaging
34
Features
20
Overall
28
Nikon Coolpix S620 front
 
Samsung TL100 front
Portability
91
Imaging
34
Features
20
Overall
28

Nikon S620 vs Samsung TL100 Key Specs

Nikon S620
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Display
  • ISO 100 - 6400
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 640 x 480 video
  • 28-112mm (F2.7-5.8) lens
  • 120g - 90 x 53 x 23mm
  • Introduced February 2009
Samsung TL100
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Display
  • ISO 80 - 3200
  • Digital Image Stabilization
  • 640 x 480 video
  • 35-105mm (F3.0-5.6) lens
  • 219g - 105 x 61 x 37mm
  • Released January 2009
  • Additionally referred to as ST50
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Nikon S620 vs Samsung TL100 Overview

Lets examine more in depth at the Nikon S620 versus Samsung TL100, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by companies Nikon and Samsung. The image resolution of the S620 (12MP) and the TL100 (12MP) is very close and they feature the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The S620 was unveiled at a similar time to the TL100 and they are of a similar age. Both cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before going in to a step-by-step comparison, below is a quick overview of how the S620 matches up vs the TL100 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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Reasons to pick Nikon S620 over the Samsung TL100

 S620 TL100 

Reasons to pick Samsung TL100 over the Nikon S620

 TL100 S620 

Common features in the Nikon S620 and Samsung TL100

 S620 TL100 
ReleasedFebruary 2009January 2009Same age
Manually focus Lack of manual focus
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Display dimension2.7"2.7"Identical display measurement
Display resolution230k230kThe same display resolution
Selfie screen Neither contains selfie screen
Touch friendly display No Touch friendly display

Nikon S620 vs Samsung TL100 Physical Comparison

In case you're going to travel with your camera regularly, you will want to think about its weight and size. The Nikon S620 has got external dimensions of 90mm x 53mm x 23mm (3.5" x 2.1" x 0.9") with a weight of 120 grams (0.26 lbs) while the Samsung TL100 has specifications of 105mm x 61mm x 37mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.5") along with a weight of 219 grams (0.48 lbs).

Take a look at the Nikon S620 versus Samsung TL100 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are working with at the time. Following is the front view proportions comparison of the S620 against the TL100.

Nikon S620 vs Samsung TL100 size comparison

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the S620 and TL100 is 96 and 91 respectively.

Nikon S620 vs Samsung TL100 top view buttons comparison

Nikon S620 vs Samsung TL100 Sensor Comparison

In many cases, it's difficult to envision the gap in sensor dimensions just by researching a spec sheet. The image here may offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the S620 and TL100.

Clearly, both the cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements and the same exact MP and you can expect comparable quality of photographs although you really should consider the age of the cameras into account.

Nikon S620 vs Samsung TL100 sensor size comparison

Nikon S620 vs Samsung TL100 Screen and ViewFinder

Nikon S620 vs Samsung TL100 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
Photography Glossary

Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Portrait photography with Nikon S620
Portrait photography with Samsung TL100
20
focusing manually not possible
lack of manual exposure
external flash not possible
low MP (12 megapixels)
small sensor size (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW support
26
comes with face detection focusing
focusing manually not possible
no manual control
cannot use external flash
low MP (12 megapixels)
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
lacks RAW format
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Street Comparison

Nikon S620 as a Street photography camera
Samsung TL100 as a Street photography camera
62
image stabilization (Optical)
lighter than others in class (120g)
screen does not articulate
small sensor size (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW support
53
built in image stabilization (Digital)
screen is fixed
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
lacks RAW format
heavier than others (219g)
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Sports Comparison

Nikon S620 Sports photography factors
Samsung TL100 Sports photography factors
25
image stabilization (Optical)
slow continuous shooting (1.0 frames/s)
lack of shutter priority mode
low MP (12MP)
small sensor size (1/2.3")
doesn't have phase detect auto focus
33
built in image stabilization (Digital)
comes with tracking autofocus
lack of shutter priority mode
low MP (12 megapixels)
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
lacks phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

Nikon S620 Travel photography info
Samsung TL100 Travel photography info
62
lighter than others in class (120g)
has built in flash
fairly wide (28mm)
missing Timelapse recording
low MP (12 megapixels)
display is not selfie friendly
slow max aperture (f2.7)
48
flash built-in
does not have Time Lapse function
heavier than others (219g)
low MP (12 megapixels)
display is not selfie friendly
wide angle not the best (35mm)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.0)
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Landscape Comparison

Nikon S620 Landscape photography highlights
Samsung TL100 Landscape photography highlights
32
fairly wide (28mm)
image stabilization (Optical)
focusing manually not possible
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
slow max aperture (f2.7)
small screen (2.7")
lack of manual exposure
low MP (12MP)
small sensor size (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW support
missing Timelapse recording
27
built in image stabilization (Digital)
focusing manually not possible
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not the best (35mm)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.0)
tiny screen (2.7 inch)
no manual control
low MP (12 megapixels)
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
lacks RAW format
does not have Time Lapse function
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Vlogging Comparison

Nikon S620 as a Vlogging camera
Samsung TL100 as a Vlogging camera
31
fairly wide (28mm)
image stabilization (Optical)
lighter than others in class (120 grams)
slow max aperture (f2.7)
display is not selfie friendly
video quality not great (640 x 480 pixels)
missing microphone jack
26
built in image stabilization (Digital)
comes with face detection focusing
wide angle not the best (35mm)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.0)
display is not selfie friendly
low video resolution (640 x 480 resolution)
does not have external mic jack
heavier than others (219 grams)
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Nikon S620 vs Samsung TL100 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Nikon S620 and Samsung TL100
 Nikon Coolpix S620Samsung TL100
General Information
Manufacturer Nikon Samsung
Model type Nikon Coolpix S620 Samsung TL100
Alternate name - ST50
Category Small Sensor Compact Small Sensor Compact
Introduced 2009-02-03 2009-01-08
Body design Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Sensor type CCD CCD
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor dimensions 6.08 x 4.56mm 6.08 x 4.56mm
Sensor surface area 27.7mm² 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 Possible resolution 4000 x 3000 4000 x 3000
Maximum native ISO 6400 3200
Lowest native ISO 100 80
RAW images
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Autofocus touch
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
Lens
Lens support fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 28-112mm (4.0x) 35-105mm (3.0x)
Max aperture f/2.7-5.8 f/3.0-5.6
Macro focusing range 2cm 10cm
Focal length multiplier 5.9 5.9
Screen
Range of display Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display sizing 2.7" 2.7"
Resolution of display 230k dot 230k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch capability
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Minimum shutter speed 8 secs 1 secs
Fastest shutter speed 1/2000 secs 1/1500 secs
Continuous shutter speed 1.0 frames per sec -
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Set white balance
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash modes Auto, Red-Eye reduction, Off, On, Slow sync Auto, Auto & Red-eye reduction, Fill-in flash, Slow sync, 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 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)
Maximum video resolution 640x480 640x480
Video data format 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 120 grams (0.26 lb) 219 grams (0.48 lb)
Dimensions 90 x 53 x 23mm (3.5" x 2.1" x 0.9") 105 x 61 x 37mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.5")
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 ID EN-EL12 -
Self timer Yes (3 or 10 sec) Yes (2, 10 or Custom)
Time lapse recording
Type of storage SD/SDHC, Internal SD/MMC/SDHC card
Storage slots One One
Pricing at release $37 $22