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Nikon S640 vs Samsung TL100

Portability
96
Imaging
35
Features
24
Overall
30
Nikon Coolpix S640 front
 
Samsung TL100 front
Portability
91
Imaging
34
Features
20
Overall
28

Nikon S640 vs Samsung TL100 Key Specs

Nikon S640
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 100 - 6400
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 28-140mm (F2.7-6.6) lens
  • 130g - 91 x 55 x 21mm
  • Announced August 2009
Samsung TL100
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Screen
  • 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
  • Alternative Name is ST50
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Nikon S640 vs Samsung TL100 Overview

Let's look a bit more in depth at the Nikon S640 vs Samsung TL100, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by manufacturers Nikon and Samsung. The image resolution of the S640 (12MP) and the TL100 (12MP) is pretty close and they come with the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The S640 was unveiled 7 months later than the TL100 which means that they are both of a similar age. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before going in to a thorough comparison, below is a quick introduction of how the S640 matches up versus the TL100 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

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Reasons to pick Nikon S640 over the Samsung TL100

 S640 TL100 
ReleasedAugust 2009January 2009Fresher by 7 months

Reasons to pick Samsung TL100 over the Nikon S640

 TL100 S640 

Common features in the Nikon S640 and Samsung TL100

 S640 TL100 
Manually focus No manual focusing
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Screen sizing2.7"2.7"Equivalent screen measurements
Screen resolution230k230kThe same screen resolution
Selfie screen Absent selfie screen
Touch friendly screen Absent Touch friendly screen

Nikon S640 vs Samsung TL100 Physical Comparison

If you're aiming to carry your camera often, you'll have to factor its weight and size. The Nikon S640 features outer measurements of 91mm x 55mm x 21mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.8") with a weight of 130 grams (0.29 lbs) and the Samsung TL100 has specifications of 105mm x 61mm x 37mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.5") and a weight of 219 grams (0.48 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are working with during that time. The following is the front view dimension comparison of the S640 compared to the TL100.

Nikon S640 vs Samsung TL100 size comparison

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the S640 and TL100 is 96 and 91 respectively.

Nikon S640 vs Samsung TL100 top view buttons comparison

Nikon S640 vs Samsung TL100 Sensor Comparison

Sometimes, it is very difficult to see the difference in sensor sizing just by looking through a spec sheet. The graphic underneath may give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the S640 and TL100.

Clearly, each of these cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the same resolution therefore you can expect comparable quality of photos although you need to consider the age of the cameras into account. The fresher S640 will have an advantage when it comes to sensor tech.

Nikon S640 vs Samsung TL100 sensor size comparison

Nikon S640 vs Samsung TL100 Screen and ViewFinder

Nikon S640 vs Samsung TL100 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Portrait photography with Nikon S640
Portrait photography with Samsung TL100
21
focusing manually not possible
no manual control
external flash not possible
low MP (12MP)
small sensor size (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW format
26
has face detect autofocus
manual focus not available
no manual mode
no external flash support
sensor resolution not great (12MP)
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW support
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Street Comparison

Nikon S640 Street photography information
Samsung TL100 Street photography information
63
built in image stabilization (Optical)
lighter than others (130 grams)
screen is fixed
small sensor size (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW format
53
has image stabilization (Digital)
no articulating screen
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW support
heavier than others in class (219 grams)
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Sports Comparison

Nikon S640 as a Sports photography camera
Samsung TL100 as a Sports photography camera
34
max shutter speed is good (1/8,000s)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
no shutter priority mode
low MP (12MP)
small sensor size (1/2.3")
doesn't have phase detect autofocus
33
has image stabilization (Digital)
has tracking focus
no shutter priority
sensor resolution not great (12MP)
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
does not have phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

Nikon S640 Travel photography information
Samsung TL100 Travel photography information
62
lighter than others (130 grams)
built-in flash
relatively wide (28mm)
no Time Lapse function
low MP (12 megapixels)
display is not selfie friendly
somewhat slow max aperture (f2.7)
48
has built in flash
no Time Lapse recording
heavier than others in class (219 grams)
sensor resolution not great (12MP)
does not contain selfie friendly screen
wide angle not fantastic (35mm)
slow maximum aperture (f3.0)
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Landscape Comparison

Nikon S640 as a Landscape photography camera
Samsung TL100 as a Landscape photography camera
32
relatively wide (28mm)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
focusing manually not possible
can't change lens (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow max aperture (f2.7)
tiny screen (2.7")
no manual control
low MP (12 megapixels)
small sensor size (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW format
no Time Lapse function
27
has image stabilization (Digital)
manual focus not available
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not fantastic (35mm)
slow maximum aperture (f3.0)
small screen (2.7 inch)
no manual mode
sensor resolution not great (12 megapixels)
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW support
no Time Lapse recording
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Vlogging Comparison

Nikon S640 Vlogging features
Samsung TL100 Vlogging features
31
relatively wide (28mm)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
lighter than others (130g)
somewhat slow max aperture (f2.7)
display is not selfie friendly
low res video (1280 x 720 pixels)
no mic port
26
has image stabilization (Digital)
has face detect autofocus
wide angle not fantastic (35mm)
slow maximum aperture (f3.0)
does not contain selfie friendly screen
video quality not great (640 x 480 pxls)
no mic jack
heavier than others in class (219g)
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Nikon S640 vs Samsung TL100 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Nikon S640 and Samsung TL100
 Nikon Coolpix S640Samsung TL100
General Information
Brand Nikon Samsung
Model type Nikon Coolpix S640 Samsung TL100
Also called as - ST50
Category Small Sensor Compact Small Sensor Compact
Announced 2009-08-04 2009-01-08
Body design Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Processor Expeed -
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 megapixels 12 megapixels
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
Min native ISO 100 80
RAW pictures
Autofocusing
Manual focusing
Autofocus touch
Autofocus continuous
Single autofocus
Autofocus tracking
Selective autofocus
Center weighted autofocus
Multi area autofocus
Autofocus live view
Face detection autofocus
Contract detection autofocus
Phase detection autofocus
Lens
Lens mount type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 28-140mm (5.0x) 35-105mm (3.0x)
Max aperture f/2.7-6.6 f/3.0-5.6
Macro focusing range 2cm 10cm
Focal length multiplier 5.9 5.9
Screen
Range of screen Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen size 2.7" 2.7"
Screen resolution 230 thousand dot 230 thousand dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch function
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None None
Features
Min shutter speed 30 seconds 1 seconds
Max shutter speed 1/8000 seconds 1/1500 seconds
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Set white balance
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash options - Auto, Auto & Red-eye reduction, Fill-in flash, Slow sync, Flash off, Red eye fix
Hot shoe
Auto exposure bracketing
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment metering
Average metering
Spot metering
Partial metering
AF area metering
Center weighted metering
Video features
Supported video resolutions 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 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 1280x720 640x480
Video file 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 130 grams (0.29 lbs) 219 grams (0.48 lbs)
Dimensions 91 x 55 x 21mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.8") 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 Yes (2, 10 or Custom)
Time lapse recording
Storage media SD/SDHC, Internal SD/MMC/SDHC card
Storage slots Single Single
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