Nikon S6900 vs Samsung TL240
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Nikon S6900 vs Samsung TL240 Key Specs
(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
- Announced February 2015
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3.5" Fixed Screen
- 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
- Other Name is ST5000

Nikon S6900 vs Samsung TL240 Overview
In this write-up, we will be reviewing the Nikon S6900 and Samsung TL240, both Ultracompact digital cameras by companies Nikon and Samsung. The image resolution of the S6900 (16MP) and the TL240 (14MP) is pretty well matched and they possess the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

The S6900 was introduced 5 years later than the TL240 and that is quite a sizable gap as far as tech is concerned. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (Ultracompact).
Before diving through a in depth comparison, below is a concise introduction of how the S6900 matches up versus the TL240 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Nikon S6900 vs Samsung TL240 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix S6900 and Samsung TL240. The whole galleries are viewable at Nikon S6900 Gallery and Samsung TL240 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S6900 over the Samsung TL240
S6900 | TL240 | |||
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Announced | February 2015 | ![]() | January 2010 | Fresher by 63 months |
Screen type | Fully Articulated | ![]() | Fixed | Fully Articulating screen |
Screen resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer screen (+230k dot) |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Easy selfies |
Reasons to pick Samsung TL240 over the Nikon S6900
TL240 | S6900 | |||
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Screen sizing | 3.5" | ![]() | 3" | Bigger screen (+0.5") |
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Nikon S6900 and Samsung TL240
S6900 | TL240 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | No manual focusing |
Nikon S6900 vs Samsung TL240 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is planning to carry your camera often, you need to factor in its weight and volume. The Nikon S6900 enjoys outer dimensions of 99mm x 58mm x 28mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.1") along with a weight of 181 grams (0.40 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).
Contrast the Nikon S6900 and Samsung TL240 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you select during that time. Following is the front view physical size comparison of the S6900 and the TL240.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the S6900 and TL240 is 93 and 95 respectively.

Nikon S6900 vs Samsung TL240 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it can be tough to visualise the difference between sensor sizing purely by looking at a spec sheet. The photograph below might offer you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the S6900 and TL240.
As you can see, both the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same resolution. You should expect the Nikon S6900 to give you greater detail using its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will help you crop photographs a little more aggressively. The younger S6900 will have an edge with regard to sensor tech.

Nikon S6900 vs Samsung TL240 Screen and ViewFinder


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Nikon S6900 vs Samsung TL240 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix S6900 | Samsung TL240 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Nikon | Samsung |
Model | Nikon Coolpix S6900 | Samsung TL240 |
Also Known as | - | ST5000 |
Type | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Announced | 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 megapixels | 14 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4334 x 3256 |
Highest native ISO | 6400 | 4800 |
Highest enhanced ISO | - | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 125 | 80 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 25-300mm (12.0x) | 31-217mm (7.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.3-6.3 | f/3.3-5.5 |
Macro focus distance | 2cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fully Articulated | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3 inch | 3.5 inch |
Screen resolution | 460 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 4 secs | 8 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/1500 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | 9.0 frames per sec | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 2.80 m (at Auto ISO) | 5.00 m |
Flash options | - | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
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 (60, 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 | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 181 gr (0.40 pounds) | 160 gr (0.35 pounds) |
Dimensions | 99 x 58 x 28mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.1") | 104 x 58 x 20mm (4.1" x 2.3" 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 images | - |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | EN-EL19 | SLB-11A |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Double, Motion) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | MicroSD/ MicroSDHC, Internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Launch pricing | $190 | $171 |