Nikon S6900 vs Samsung ST100
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34 Overall
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Nikon S6900 vs Samsung ST100 Key Specs
Nikon S6900
(Full Review)
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Screen
- ISO 125 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-300mm (F3.3-6.3) lens
- 181g - 99 x 58 x 28mm
- Released February 2015
Samsung ST100
(Full Review)
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 35-175mm (F3.6-4.8) lens
- 155g - 100 x 60 x 20mm
- Introduced January 2010
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In this write-up, we are analyzing the Nikon S6900 vs Samsung ST100, both Ultracompact digital cameras by rivals Nikon and Samsung. The resolution of the S6900 (16MP) and the ST100 (14MP) is very similar and they enjoy the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").
Photography GlossaryThe S6900 was unveiled 5 years later than the ST100 and that is quite a sizable difference as far as tech is concerned. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (Ultracompact).
Before getting straight into a detailed comparison, below is a simple summary of how the S6900 grades versus the ST100 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
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Reasons to pick Nikon S6900 over the Samsung ST100
| S6900 | ST100 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Introduced | February 2015 |  | January 2010 | Fresher by 63 months |
| Display type | Fully Articulated |  | Fixed | Fully Articulating display |
| Selfie screen |  | Easy selfies |
Reasons to pick Samsung ST100 over the Nikon S6900
| ST100 | S6900 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Display sizing | 3.5" |  | 3" | Larger display (+0.5") |
| Display resolution | 1152k |  | 460k | Crisper display (+692k dot) |
| Touch display |  | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Nikon S6900 and Samsung ST100
| S6900 | ST100 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Focus manually |  | No manual focusing |
Nikon S6900 vs Samsung ST100 Physical Comparison
In case you're planning to carry your camera, you're going to have to think about its weight and proportions. The Nikon S6900 has outer dimensions of 99mm x 58mm x 28mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.1") having a weight of 181 grams (0.40 lbs) and the Samsung ST100 has measurements of 100mm x 60mm x 20mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 0.8") and a weight of 155 grams (0.34 lbs).
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Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you select at the time. The following is the front view physical size comparison of the S6900 and the ST100.
Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the S6900 and ST100 is 93 and 95 respectively.
Nikon S6900 vs Samsung ST100 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it is very hard to picture the difference between sensor sizing just by going over technical specs. The photograph underneath will help give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the S6900 and ST100.
As you have seen, both cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but different MP. You can expect to see the Nikon S6900 to deliver greater detail having an extra 2MP. Greater resolution will allow you to crop photos far more aggressively. The more modern S6900 should have an advantage in sensor technology.
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Portrait Comparison
Nikon S6900 Portrait photography features
Samsung ST100 Portrait photography features
good MP (16MP)
has face detect focusing
focusing manually not possible
manual exposure not available
external flash not possible
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
has no RAW files
decent sensor resolution (14MP)
comes with face detect focusing
no manual focus
manual mode not possible
cannot use external flash
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
no RAW files
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Nikon S6900 as a Street photography camera
Samsung ST100 as a Street photography camera
screen articulates
built in image stabilization (Optical)
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
has no RAW files
heavier than competitors in class (181g)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
includes touch to focus
fixed screen
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
no RAW files
heavier than competitors (155 grams)
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Samsung ST100 Sports photography information
built in image stabilization (Optical)
good MP (16MP)
has tracking focus
lack of shutter priority mode
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
bad battery pack (180 shots)
has no phase detect AF
built in image stabilization (Optical)
decent sensor resolution (14MP)
low maximum shutter speed (1/1,000s)
no shutter priority mode
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
no phase detect AF
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Nikon S6900 Travel photography highlights
Samsung ST100 Travel photography highlights
good MP (16MP)
has built in flash
selfie friendly screen
quite wide (25mm)
very long zoom (300mm)
no Time Lapse recording
bad battery pack (180 shots)
heavier than competitors in class (181 grams)
sluggish max aperture (f3.3)
includes touch to focus
decent sensor resolution (14MP)
has built in flash
lack of Time Lapse recording
heavier than competitors (155g)
does not feature selfie friendly screen
wide angle not good (35mm)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.6)
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Nikon S6900 Landscape photography info
Samsung ST100 Landscape photography info
quite wide (25mm)
screen size is good (3")
built in image stabilization (Optical)
good MP (16MP)
focusing manually not possible
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
sluggish max aperture (f3.3)
manual exposure not available
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
has no RAW files
bad battery pack (180 per charge)
no Time Lapse recording
very good size screen (3.5 inch)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
decent sensor resolution (14MP)
no manual focus
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not good (35mm)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.6)
manual mode not possible
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
no RAW files
lack of Time Lapse recording
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Nikon S6900 Vlogging highlights
Samsung ST100 Vlogging highlights
quite wide (25mm)
selfie friendly screen
built in image stabilization (Optical)
has face detect focusing
video res high (1920 x 1080 pxls)
sluggish max aperture (f3.3)
no mic jack
heavier than competitors in class (181 grams)
built-in touchscreen
built in image stabilization (Optical)
comes with face detect focusing
wide angle not good (35mm)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.6)
does not feature selfie friendly screen
video res low (1280 x 720 pxls)
lack of mic port
heavier than competitors (155g)
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Nikon S6900 vs Samsung ST100 Specifications
| Nikon Coolpix S6900 | Samsung ST100 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Make | Nikon | Samsung |
| Model | Nikon Coolpix S6900 | Samsung ST100 |
| Class | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
| Released | 2015-02-10 | 2010-01-06 |
| Body design | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
| Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
| Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
| Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 14 megapixel |
| Anti aliasing filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 4:3 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
| Peak resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4320 x 3240 |
| Highest native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
| Minimum native ISO | 125 | 80 |
| RAW data | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Focus manually | ||
| Autofocus touch | ||
| Autofocus continuous | ||
| Autofocus single | ||
| Autofocus tracking | ||
| Selective autofocus | ||
| Autofocus center weighted | ||
| Multi area autofocus | ||
| Autofocus live view | ||
| Face detection focus | ||
| Contract detection focus | ||
| Phase detection focus | ||
| Lens | ||
| Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens focal range | 25-300mm (12.0x) | 35-175mm (5.0x) |
| Highest aperture | f/3.3-6.3 | f/3.6-4.8 |
| Macro focus range | 2cm | 5cm |
| Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Range of screen | Fully Articulated | Fixed Type |
| Screen sizing | 3 inch | 3.5 inch |
| Screen resolution | 460k dot | 1,152k dot |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch display | ||
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Minimum shutter speed | 4s | 8s |
| Fastest shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/1000s |
| Continuous shutter speed | 9.0 frames/s | - |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manually set exposure | ||
| Custom white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Built-in flash | ||
| Flash range | 2.80 m (at Auto ISO) | 3.10 m |
| Flash settings | - | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync |
| External flash | ||
| Auto exposure bracketing | ||
| WB bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment exposure | ||
| Average exposure | ||
| Spot exposure | ||
| Partial exposure | ||
| AF area exposure | ||
| Center weighted exposure | ||
| Video features | ||
| Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60i, 50i, 30p, 25p), 1280 x 720 (30p, 25p), 640 x 480 (30p, 25p) | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) |
| Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
| Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | Motion JPEG |
| Mic jack | ||
| Headphone jack | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | Built-In | 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 | 181 grams (0.40 lbs) | 155 grams (0.34 lbs) |
| Dimensions | 99 x 58 x 28mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.1") | 100 x 60 x 20mm (3.9" 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 | 180 photos | - |
| Style of battery | Battery Pack | - |
| Battery model | EN-EL19 | - |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Double) |
| Time lapse recording | ||
| Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | MicroSD/ MicroSDHC, Internal |
| Storage slots | Single | Single |
| Launch pricing | $190 | $250 |