Nikon S6400 vs Samsung TL240
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Nikon S6400 vs Samsung TL240 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
- Launched August 2012
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 4800 (Expand to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 31-217mm (F3.3-5.5) lens
- 160g - 104 x 58 x 20mm
- Announced January 2010
- Additionally Known as ST5000

Nikon S6400 vs Samsung TL240 Overview
Below is a extended overview of the Nikon S6400 and Samsung TL240, both Ultracompact digital cameras by manufacturers Nikon and Samsung. The resolution of the S6400 (16MP) and the TL240 (14MP) is fairly similar and they come with the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

The S6400 was introduced 2 years later than the TL240 and that is quite a serious gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Ultracompact).
Before going straight into a step-by-step comparison, below is a quick synopsis of how the S6400 grades versus the TL240 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Nikon S6400 vs Samsung TL240 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix S6400 and Samsung TL240. The whole galleries are available at Nikon S6400 Gallery and Samsung TL240 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S6400 over the Samsung TL240
S6400 | TL240 | |||
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Announced | August 2012 | ![]() | January 2010 | More recent by 32 months |
Display resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper display (+230k dot) |
Reasons to pick Samsung TL240 over the Nikon S6400
TL240 | S6400 | |||
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Display sizing | 3.5" | ![]() | 3" | Larger display (+0.5") |
Common features in the Nikon S6400 and Samsung TL240
S6400 | TL240 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Lack of manual focusing | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither contains selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Nikon S6400 vs Samsung TL240 Physical Comparison
For those who are going to lug around your camera, you will want to take into account its weight and volume. The Nikon S6400 has got outside dimensions of 95mm x 58mm x 27mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 1.1") having a weight of 150 grams (0.33 lbs) whilst the Samsung TL240 has sizing of 104mm x 58mm x 20mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") having a weight of 160 grams (0.35 lbs).
Check out the Nikon S6400 and Samsung TL240 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are employing at that time. Below is the front view scale comparison of the S6400 against the TL240.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the S6400 and TL240 is 94 and 95 respectively.

Nikon S6400 vs Samsung TL240 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it's tough to see the contrast between sensor measurements purely by reading specifications. The photograph here will help offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the S6400 and TL240.
To sum up, both of those cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but not the same megapixels. You should anticipate the Nikon S6400 to offer you extra detail using its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will help you crop photos far more aggressively. The more modern S6400 will have an edge with regard to sensor innovation.

Nikon S6400 vs Samsung TL240 Screen and ViewFinder


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Nikon S6400 vs Samsung TL240 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix S6400 | Samsung TL240 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Nikon | Samsung |
Model | Nikon Coolpix S6400 | Samsung TL240 |
Also called | - | ST5000 |
Type | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Launched | 2012-08-22 | 2010-01-06 |
Physical type | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | Expeed C2 | - |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 14 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4334 x 3256 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 4800 |
Maximum boosted ISO | - | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 125 | 80 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 25-300mm (12.0x) | 31-217mm (7.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.1-6.5 | f/3.3-5.5 |
Macro focus range | 10cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3 inches | 3.5 inches |
Resolution of screen | 460k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Screen technology | TFT LCD monitor | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 4 seconds | 8 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/1500 seconds |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | - | 5.00 m |
Flash modes | - | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
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 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (60, 30, 15 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Mic 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 | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 150 grams (0.33 pounds) | 160 grams (0.35 pounds) |
Dimensions | 95 x 58 x 27mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 1.1") | 104 x 58 x 20mm (4.1" x 2.3" 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 photos | - |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | EN-EL19 | SLB-11A |
Self timer | Yes (10 or 2 seconds) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Double, Motion) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | MicroSD/ MicroSDHC, Internal |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Price at launch | $500 | $171 |