Nikon S6400 vs Samsung ST700
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Nikon S6400 vs Samsung ST700 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 125 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-300mm (F3.1-6.5) lens
- 150g - 95 x 58 x 27mm
- Released August 2012
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 0 - 0
- 1280 x 720 video
- ()mm (F) lens
- n/ag - 99 x 55 x 20mm
- Introduced January 2011
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Below is a complete overview of the Nikon S6400 versus Samsung ST700, both Ultracompact cameras by competitors Nikon and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the S6400 (16MP) and the ST700 (16MP) is pretty comparable and both cameras boast the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").
President Biden pushes bill mandating TikTok sale or banThe S6400 was announced 20 months later than the ST700 which makes them a generation apart from one another. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Ultracompact).
Before we go straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a brief view of how the S6400 matches up vs the ST700 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
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Following is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix S6400 & Samsung ST700. The whole galleries are provided at Nikon S6400 Gallery & Samsung ST700 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S6400 over the Samsung ST700
| S6400 | ST700 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Introduced | August 2012 | January 2011 | More recent by 20 months | |
| Screen resolution | 460k | 230k | Sharper screen (+230k dot) |
Reasons to pick Samsung ST700 over the Nikon S6400
| ST700 | S6400 |
|---|
Common features in the Nikon S6400 and Samsung ST700
| S6400 | ST700 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manual focus | No manual focusing | |||
| Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
| Screen size | 3" | 3" | Same screen measurements | |
| Selfie screen | No selfie screen | |||
| Touch screen | Quickly navigate |
Nikon S6400 vs Samsung ST700 Physical Comparison
If you're planning to lug around your camera, you're going to have to factor its weight and dimensions. The Nikon S6400 enjoys external dimensions 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 ST700 has dimensions of 99mm x 55mm x 20mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") and a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).
Take a look at the Nikon S6400 versus Samsung ST700 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you have attached at that moment. Underneath is a front view measurements comparison of the S6400 versus the ST700.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the S6400 and ST700 is 94 and 99 respectively.
Nikon S6400 vs Samsung ST700 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it's difficult to imagine the difference in sensor measurements just by seeing technical specs. The visual here will help give you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the S6400 and ST700.
As you can tell, the two cameras feature the identical sensor size and the same megapixels so you can expect comparable quality of photographs but you might want to factor the launch date of the cameras into account. The more modern S6400 should have an advantage with regard to sensor innovation.
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Nikon S6400 vs Samsung ST700 Specifications
| Nikon Coolpix S6400 | Samsung ST700 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Brand Name | Nikon | Samsung |
| Model | Nikon Coolpix S6400 | Samsung ST700 |
| Category | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
| Released | 2012-08-22 | 2011-01-05 |
| 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 | 6.16 x 4.62mm |
| Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.5mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
| Anti aliasing filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | - |
| Full resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
| Max native ISO | 3200 | - |
| Min native ISO | 125 | - |
| RAW data | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focus | ||
| AF touch | ||
| Continuous AF | ||
| AF single | ||
| Tracking AF | ||
| Selective AF | ||
| AF center weighted | ||
| AF multi area | ||
| AF live view | ||
| Face detection AF | ||
| Contract detection AF | ||
| Phase detection AF | ||
| Cross focus points | - | - |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens focal range | 25-300mm (12.0x) | () |
| Highest aperture | f/3.1-6.5 | - |
| Macro focus range | 10cm | - |
| Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Screen size | 3" | 3" |
| Screen resolution | 460k dots | 230k dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch function | ||
| Screen tech | 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 mode | ||
| Set WB | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Built-in flash | ||
| Hot shoe | ||
| AEB | ||
| White balance bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment exposure | ||
| Average exposure | ||
| Spot exposure | ||
| Partial exposure | ||
| AF area exposure | ||
| Center weighted exposure | ||
| Video features | ||
| Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 |
| Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
| Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | - |
| Microphone support | ||
| Headphone support | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | None |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | none |
| GPS | None | None |
| Physical | ||
| Environment sealing | ||
| Water proof | ||
| Dust proof | ||
| Shock proof | ||
| Crush proof | ||
| Freeze proof | ||
| Weight | 150g (0.33 lb) | - |
| Physical dimensions | 95 x 58 x 27mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 1.1") | 99 x 55 x 20mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") |
| 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 pictures | - |
| Form of battery | Battery Pack | - |
| Battery model | EN-EL19 | - |
| Self timer | Yes (10 or 2 seconds) | - |
| Time lapse shooting | ||
| Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | - |
| Card slots | Single | Single |
| Launch price | $500 | $280 |