Nikon S6400 vs Samsung ST600
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Nikon S6400 vs Samsung ST600 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
- Introduced August 2012
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 4800 (Increase to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 27-135mm (F3.3-5.5) lens
- 150g - 104 x 60 x 20mm
- Revealed January 2010

Nikon S6400 vs Samsung ST600 Overview
Below is a comprehensive overview of the Nikon S6400 and Samsung ST600, both Ultracompact cameras by companies Nikon and Samsung. The resolution of the S6400 (16MP) and the ST600 (14MP) is fairly close and both cameras provide the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The S6400 was released 2 years later than the ST600 and that is a fairly big gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Ultracompact).
Before getting straight to a complete comparison, here is a short introduction of how the S6400 matches up against the ST600 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Nikon S6400 vs Samsung ST600 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix S6400 and Samsung ST600. The complete galleries are provided at Nikon S6400 Gallery and Samsung ST600 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S6400 over the Samsung ST600
S6400 | ST600 | |||
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Revealed | August 2012 | ![]() | January 2010 | More recent by 32 months |
Reasons to pick Samsung ST600 over the Nikon S6400
ST600 | S6400 | |||
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Display size | 3.5" | ![]() | 3" | Larger display (+0.5") |
Display resolution | 1152k | ![]() | 460k | Sharper display (+692k dot) |
Common features in the Nikon S6400 and Samsung ST600
S6400 | ST600 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Lack of manual focusing | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither contains selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Nikon S6400 vs Samsung ST600 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is going to lug around your camera often, you have to consider its weight and proportions. The Nikon S6400 has got outside measurements of 95mm x 58mm x 27mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 1.1") and a weight of 150 grams (0.33 lbs) and the Samsung ST600 has measurements of 104mm x 60mm x 20mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 0.8") along with a weight of 150 grams (0.33 lbs).
Compare the Nikon S6400 and Samsung ST600 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you use during that time. Below is a front view measurements comparison of the S6400 and the ST600.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the S6400 and ST600 is 94 and 95 respectively.

Nikon S6400 vs Samsung ST600 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it's tough to imagine the difference in sensor measurements simply by looking through a spec sheet. The visual below will offer you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the S6400 and ST600.
As you can see, each of these cameras come with the identical sensor size but different megapixels. You should anticipate the Nikon S6400 to provide you with more detail as a result of its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will enable you to crop pics a good deal more aggressively. The newer S6400 provides an edge in sensor innovation.

Nikon S6400 vs Samsung ST600 Screen and ViewFinder


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Nikon S6400 vs Samsung ST600 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix S6400 | Samsung ST600 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Nikon | Samsung |
Model | Nikon Coolpix S6400 | Samsung ST600 |
Class | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Introduced | 2012-08-22 | 2010-01-06 |
Physical type | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | Expeed C2 | - |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | 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 | 16 megapixels | 14 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4320 x 3240 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 4800 |
Max enhanced ISO | - | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 125 | 80 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 25-300mm (12.0x) | 27-135mm (5.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.1-6.5 | f/3.3-5.5 |
Macro focus distance | 10cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3 inches | 3.5 inches |
Display resolution | 460k dots | 1,152k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Display tech | TFT LCD monitor | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 4 secs | 8 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/1500 secs |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | - | 5.00 m |
Flash modes | - | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (60, 30, 15 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
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 | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 150g (0.33 lb) | 150g (0.33 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 95 x 58 x 27mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 1.1") | 104 x 60 x 20mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 0.8") |
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 life | 160 pictures | - |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | EN-EL19 | SLB07 |
Self timer | Yes (10 or 2 seconds) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Double, Motion) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | MicroSD/ MicroSDHC, Internal |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Retail pricing | $500 | $330 |