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Nikon S630 vs Samsung TL220

Portability
95
Imaging
34
Features
17
Overall
27
Nikon Coolpix S630 front
 
Samsung TL220 front
Portability
95
Imaging
34
Features
27
Overall
31

Nikon S630 vs Samsung TL220 Key Specs

Nikon S630
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 64 - 6400
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 640 x 480 video
  • 37-260mm (F3.5-5.3) lens
  • 140g - 97 x 58 x 26mm
  • Released February 2009
Samsung TL220
(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
  • Revealed August 2009
  • Alternate Name is ST500
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Nikon S630 vs Samsung TL220 Overview

In this write-up, we are evaluating the Nikon S630 versus Samsung TL220, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by brands Nikon and Samsung. The image resolution of the S630 (12MP) and the TL220 (12MP) is fairly well matched and they use the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The S630 was manufactured 6 months prior to the TL220 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving in to a comprehensive comparison, below is a concise introduction of how the S630 matches up versus the TL220 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

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Reasons to pick Nikon S630 over the Samsung TL220

 S630 TL220 

Reasons to pick Samsung TL220 over the Nikon S630

 TL220 S630 
Display sizing3"2.7"Larger display (+0.3")
Touch friendly display Easily navigate

Common features in the Nikon S630 and Samsung TL220

 S630 TL220 
RevealedFebruary 2009August 2009Similar generation
Focus manually No manual focusing
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Display resolution230k230kIdentical display resolution
Selfie screen Neither offers selfie screen

Nikon S630 vs Samsung TL220 Physical Comparison

For those who are planning to carry your camera often, you'll need to consider its weight and proportions. The Nikon S630 offers exterior dimensions of 97mm x 58mm x 26mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 1.0") with a weight of 140 grams (0.31 lbs) while the Samsung TL220 has measurements of 100mm x 60mm x 19mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 0.7") with a weight of 169 grams (0.37 lbs).

Check out the Nikon S630 versus Samsung TL220 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are utilising at that moment. The following is the front view dimensions comparison of the S630 compared to the TL220.

Nikon S630 vs Samsung TL220 size comparison

Using size and weight, the portability score of the S630 and TL220 is 95 and 95 respectively.

Nikon S630 vs Samsung TL220 top view buttons comparison

Nikon S630 vs Samsung TL220 Sensor Comparison

In many cases, it is hard to visualize the gap between sensor sizing merely by reading through specs. The photograph below may give you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the S630 and TL220.

As you can plainly see, both of the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the exact same MP therefore you should expect similar quality of photos however you may want to factor the production date of the products into consideration.

Nikon S630 vs Samsung TL220 sensor size comparison

Nikon S630 vs Samsung TL220 Screen and ViewFinder

Nikon S630 vs Samsung TL220 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Nikon S630 Portrait photography features
Samsung TL220 Portrait photography features
20
no manual focus
lack of manual mode
no external flash support
low megapixels (12MP)
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
no RAW support
20
manual focus not available
manual exposure not available
external flash not possible
low resolution sensor (12 megapixels)
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
no RAW support
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Street Comparison

Nikon S630 Street photography information
Samsung TL220 Street photography information
56
has image stabilization (Optical)
screen does not articulate
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
no RAW support
62
has image stabilization (Optical)
comes with touch focus
screen does not articulate
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
no RAW support
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Sports Comparison

Nikon S630 Sports photography factors
Samsung TL220 Sports photography factors
27
has image stabilization (Optical)
lack of shutter priority mode
low megapixels (12 megapixels)
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
no phase detect autofocus
27
has image stabilization (Optical)
no shutter priority
low resolution sensor (12MP)
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
no phase detect auto focus
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Travel Comparison

Nikon S630 as a Travel photography camera
Samsung TL220 as a Travel photography camera
56
flash built-in
very long zoom (260mm)
no Time Lapse mode
low megapixels (12 megapixels)
does not feature selfie friendly display
wide angle not great (37mm)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.5)
61
comes with touch focus
has built in flash
reasonably wide (27mm)
missing Time Lapse function
low resolution sensor (12 megapixels)
does not contain selfie friendly screen
slow maximum aperture (f3.5)
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Landscape Comparison

Landscape photography with Nikon S630
Landscape photography with Samsung TL220
27
has image stabilization (Optical)
no manual focus
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not great (37mm)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.5)
screen is small (2.7")
lack of manual mode
low megapixels (12MP)
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
no RAW support
no Time Lapse mode
36
reasonably wide (27mm)
decent sized screen (3 inch)
has image stabilization (Optical)
manual focus not available
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
slow maximum aperture (f3.5)
manual exposure not available
low resolution sensor (12 megapixels)
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
no RAW support
missing Time Lapse function
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Vlogging Comparison

Nikon S630 Vlogging highlights
Samsung TL220 Vlogging highlights
25
has image stabilization (Optical)
wide angle not great (37mm)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.5)
does not feature selfie friendly display
video quality not great (640 x 480 pixels)
no mic port
30
reasonably wide (27mm)
touchscreen
has image stabilization (Optical)
slow maximum aperture (f3.5)
does not contain selfie friendly screen
video resolution low (1280 x 720 pixels)
missing external mic jack
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Nikon S630 vs Samsung TL220 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Nikon S630 and Samsung TL220
 Nikon Coolpix S630Samsung TL220
General Information
Brand Nikon Samsung
Model Nikon Coolpix S630 Samsung TL220
Otherwise known as - ST500
Category Small Sensor Compact Small Sensor Compact
Released 2009-02-03 2009-08-13
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 area 27.7mm² 27.7mm²
Sensor resolution 12MP 12MP
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9
Peak resolution 4000 x 3000 4000 x 3000
Highest native ISO 6400 3200
Min native ISO 64 80
RAW images
Autofocusing
Manual focus
Autofocus touch
Autofocus continuous
Autofocus single
Tracking autofocus
Selective autofocus
Autofocus center weighted
Multi area autofocus
Autofocus live view
Face detection focus
Contract detection focus
Phase detection focus
Lens
Lens mounting type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range 37-260mm (7.0x) 27-124mm (4.6x)
Largest aperture f/3.5-5.3 f/3.5-5.9
Macro focus distance - 5cm
Focal length multiplier 5.9 5.9
Screen
Range of screen Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen size 2.7" 3"
Screen resolution 230 thousand dot 230 thousand dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch capability
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Minimum shutter speed 8 secs 8 secs
Fastest shutter speed 1/2000 secs 1/2000 secs
Continuous shutter speed 11.0 frames per second -
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Set white balance
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash range - 3.40 m
Flash modes Auto, Red-Eye reduction, Off, On, Slow sync Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, Slow sync, Manual
Hot shoe
AE bracketing
White balance bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment metering
Average metering
Spot metering
Partial metering
AF area metering
Center weighted metering
Video features
Supported video resolutions 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 640x480 1280x720
Video 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 proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 140 grams (0.31 pounds) 169 grams (0.37 pounds)
Dimensions 97 x 58 x 26mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 1.0") 100 x 60 x 19mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 0.7")
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-L12 SLB-07A
Self timer Yes (3 or 10 sec) Yes (10 sec, 2 sec, Double, Motion Timer)
Time lapse recording
Storage media SD/SDHC, Internal MicroSD/ MicroSDHC, internal
Storage slots 1 1
Launch cost $240 $90