Nikon S6400 vs Samsung SL620
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Nikon S6400 vs Samsung SL620 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 125 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-300mm (F3.1-6.5) lens
- 150g - 95 x 58 x 27mm
- Launched August 2012
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 1600
- 640 x 480 video
- 35-175mm (F2.8-5.7) lens
- 168g - 92 x 61 x 23mm
- Released February 2009
- Alternate Name is PL65

Nikon S6400 vs Samsung SL620 Overview
In this write-up, we will be looking at the Nikon S6400 versus Samsung SL620, both Ultracompact digital cameras by manufacturers Nikon and Samsung. There exists a large gap between the resolutions of the S6400 (16MP) and SL620 (12MP) but they possess the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

The S6400 was introduced 3 years later than the SL620 and that is quite a serious difference as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras offer the identical body type (Ultracompact).
Before getting straight into a full comparison, below is a brief introduction of how the S6400 matches up against the SL620 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Nikon S6400 vs Samsung SL620 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix S6400 & Samsung SL620. The whole galleries are provided at Nikon S6400 Gallery & Samsung SL620 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S6400 over the Samsung SL620
S6400 | SL620 | |||
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Released | August 2012 | ![]() | February 2009 | More recent by 43 months |
Screen sizing | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Screen resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer screen (+230k dot) |
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Samsung SL620 over the Nikon S6400
SL620 | S6400 |
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Common features in the Nikon S6400 and Samsung SL620
S6400 | SL620 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | No manual focusing | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Missing selfie screen |
Nikon S6400 vs Samsung SL620 Physical Comparison
If you're planning to lug around your camera frequently, you have to take into account its weight and proportions. The Nikon S6400 provides outer measurements of 95mm x 58mm x 27mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 1.1") and a weight of 150 grams (0.33 lbs) while the Samsung SL620 has measurements of 92mm x 61mm x 23mm (3.6" x 2.4" x 0.9") having a weight of 168 grams (0.37 lbs).
Analyze the Nikon S6400 versus Samsung SL620 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you use at that time. Below is the front view sizing comparison of the S6400 versus the SL620.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the S6400 and SL620 is 94 and 94 respectively.

Nikon S6400 vs Samsung SL620 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it is tough to imagine the contrast between sensor measurements simply by looking at a spec sheet. The photograph below might offer you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the S6400 and SL620.
Clearly, the two cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit different MP. You can expect the Nikon S6400 to give you greater detail using its extra 4MP. Higher resolution can also let you crop pictures far more aggressively. The more modern S6400 provides an edge when it comes to sensor innovation.

Nikon S6400 vs Samsung SL620 Screen and ViewFinder


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Nikon S6400 vs Samsung SL620 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix S6400 | Samsung SL620 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Nikon | Samsung |
Model | Nikon Coolpix S6400 | Samsung SL620 |
Also Known as | - | PL65 |
Type | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Launched | 2012-08-22 | 2009-02-17 |
Body design | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | Expeed C2 | - |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16MP | 12MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | - |
Full resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4000 x 3000 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 1600 |
Min native ISO | 125 | 80 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 25-300mm (12.0x) | 35-175mm (5.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.1-6.5 | f/2.8-5.7 |
Macro focus distance | 10cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3 inch | 2.7 inch |
Resolution of display | 460 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Display technology | TFT LCD monitor | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 4s | 8s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/2000s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | - | 4.60 m |
Flash settings | - | Auto, On, Off, Auto & Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync, Fill-in Flash, Flash Off, Red-Eye Fix |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 800 x 592 (20 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (60, 30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 640x480 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | 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 | 150 gr (0.33 pounds) | 168 gr (0.37 pounds) |
Dimensions | 95 x 58 x 27mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 1.1") | 92 x 61 x 23mm (3.6" x 2.4" x 0.9") |
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 | 160 images | - |
Battery format | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | EN-EL19 | - |
Self timer | Yes (10 or 2 seconds) | Yes |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/MMC/SDHC card, Internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Retail pricing | $500 | $200 |