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Nikon S70 vs Samsung SL720

Portability
95
Imaging
34
Features
26
Overall
30
Nikon Coolpix S70 front
 
Samsung SL720 front
Portability
94
Imaging
34
Features
14
Overall
26

Nikon S70 vs Samsung SL720 Key Specs

Nikon S70
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3.5" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 80 - 1600 (Bump to 6400)
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 28-140mm (F3.9-5.8) lens
  • 160g - 97 x 61 x 20mm
  • Introduced August 2009
Samsung SL720
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 80 - 1600
  • 640 x 480 video
  • 28-102mm (F2.8-5.7) lens
  • 168g - 92 x 61 x 23mm
  • Announced July 2009
  • Also referred to as PL70
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Nikon S70 vs Samsung SL720 Overview

Its time to look more in depth at the Nikon S70 versus Samsung SL720, both Ultracompact cameras by competitors Nikon and Samsung. The resolution of the S70 (12MP) and the SL720 (12MP) is pretty close and both cameras offer the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The S70 was manufactured very close to the SL720 which means that they are of a similar generation. Each of these cameras have the same body design (Ultracompact).

Before we go right into a thorough comparison, here is a short highlight of how the S70 matches up versus the SL720 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

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Reasons to pick Nikon S70 over the Samsung SL720

 S70 SL720 
Screen dimensions3.5"2.7"Bigger screen (+0.8")
Screen resolution288k230kSharper screen (+58k dot)
Touch screen Quickly navigate

Reasons to pick Samsung SL720 over the Nikon S70

 SL720 S70 

Common features in the Nikon S70 and Samsung SL720

 S70 SL720 
AnnouncedAugust 2009July 2009Same generation
Focus manually Lack of manual focus
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Selfie screen Neither has selfie screen

Nikon S70 vs Samsung SL720 Physical Comparison

For those who are looking to carry around your camera, you are going to need to factor its weight and size. The Nikon S70 has exterior dimensions of 97mm x 61mm x 20mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 0.8") and a weight of 160 grams (0.35 lbs) while the Samsung SL720 has specifications of 92mm x 61mm x 23mm (3.6" x 2.4" x 0.9") and a weight of 168 grams (0.37 lbs).

Compare the Nikon S70 versus Samsung SL720 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you select during that time. Underneath is a front view dimension comparison of the S70 and the SL720.

Nikon S70 vs Samsung SL720 size comparison

Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the S70 and SL720 is 95 and 94 respectively.

Nikon S70 vs Samsung SL720 top view buttons comparison

Nikon S70 vs Samsung SL720 Sensor Comparison

More often than not, it can be hard to see the contrast in sensor sizes just by looking through technical specs. The picture underneath may offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the S70 and SL720.

As you have seen, both of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the identical MP therefore you should expect comparable quality of photos however you will want to factor the production date of the cameras into account.

Nikon S70 vs Samsung SL720 sensor size comparison

Nikon S70 vs Samsung SL720 Screen and ViewFinder

Nikon S70 vs Samsung SL720 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Portrait photography with Nikon S70
Portrait photography with Samsung SL720
20
manual focus not available
manual exposure not possible
no external flash support
megapixel count low (12 megapixels)
very small sensor (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
20
no manual focus
no manual exposure
can't use external flash
low MP (12 megapixels)
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
lack of RAW support
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Street Comparison

Nikon S70 Street photography features
Samsung SL720 Street photography features
55
image stabilization (Optical)
no articulating screen
very small sensor (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
heavier than others in class (160g)
47
no moving screen
no image stabilization
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
lack of RAW support
heavier than average in class (168g)
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Sports Comparison

Nikon S70 Sports photography details
Samsung SL720 Sports photography details
33
max shutter speed is good (1/8,000s)
image stabilization (Optical)
no shutter priority mode
megapixel count low (12MP)
very small sensor (1/2.3")
does not have phase detect autofocus
17
lack of shutter priority mode
no image stabilization
low MP (12 megapixels)
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
lack of phase detect auto focus
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Travel Comparison

Nikon S70 Travel photography information
Samsung SL720 Travel photography information
56
built-in flash
decently wide (28mm)
missing Time Lapse recording
heavier than others in class (160 grams)
megapixel count low (12MP)
doesn't posses selfie friendly display
slow maximum aperture (f3.9)
55
has built in flash
reasonably wide (28mm)
no Time Lapse recording
heavier than average in class (168g)
low MP (12 megapixels)
screen isn't selfie friendly
slow maximum aperture (f2.8)
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Landscape Comparison

Nikon S70 Landscape photography factors
Samsung SL720 Landscape photography factors
36
decently wide (28mm)
big screen (3.5 inches)
image stabilization (Optical)
manual focus not available
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
slow maximum aperture (f3.9)
manual exposure not possible
megapixel count low (12MP)
very small sensor (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
missing Time Lapse recording
27
reasonably wide (28mm)
no manual focus
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
slow maximum aperture (f2.8)
screen is somewhat small (2.7")
no manual exposure
no image stabilization
low MP (12 megapixels)
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
lack of RAW support
no Time Lapse recording
Photography Glossary

Vlogging Comparison

Vlogging with Nikon S70
Vlogging with Samsung SL720
29
decently wide (28mm)
screen is touchscreen
image stabilization (Optical)
slow maximum aperture (f3.9)
doesn't posses selfie friendly display
low res video (1280 x 720 resolution)
missing external mic support
heavier than others in class (160 grams)
25
reasonably wide (28mm)
slow maximum aperture (f2.8)
screen isn't selfie friendly
no image stabilization
low res video (640 x 480 resolution)
no external mic port
heavier than average in class (168g)
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Nikon S70 vs Samsung SL720 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Nikon S70 and Samsung SL720
 Nikon Coolpix S70Samsung SL720
General Information
Brand Nikon Samsung
Model Nikon Coolpix S70 Samsung SL720
Also Known as - PL70
Category Ultracompact Ultracompact
Introduced 2009-08-04 2009-07-14
Body design Ultracompact Ultracompact
Sensor Information
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Sensor type CCD CCD
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor dimensions 6.17 x 4.55mm 6.08 x 4.56mm
Sensor area 28.1mm² 27.7mm²
Sensor resolution 12MP 12MP
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 4:3 and 16:9 4:3 and 16:9
Max resolution 4000 x 3000 4000 x 3000
Max native ISO 1600 1600
Max enhanced ISO 6400 -
Min native ISO 80 80
RAW support
Autofocusing
Manual focus
Touch to focus
AF continuous
AF single
AF tracking
Selective AF
Center weighted AF
Multi area AF
AF live view
Face detection AF
Contract detection AF
Phase detection AF
Lens
Lens mounting type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range 28-140mm (5.0x) 28-102mm (3.6x)
Maximal aperture f/3.9-5.8 f/2.8-5.7
Macro focus distance 3cm 5cm
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.9
Screen
Range of screen Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen diagonal 3.5 inch 2.7 inch
Resolution of screen 288k dot 230k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch capability
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None None
Features
Min shutter speed 30 seconds 8 seconds
Max shutter speed 1/8000 seconds 1/1500 seconds
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual exposure
Set WB
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash range - 4.60 m
Flash options - 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 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) 800 x 592 (20 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (60, 30 fps)
Max video resolution 1280x720 640x480
Video format Motion JPEG Motion JPEG
Mic jack
Headphone jack
Connectivity
Wireless None 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 160 gr (0.35 lb) 168 gr (0.37 lb)
Physical dimensions 97 x 61 x 20mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 0.8") 92 x 61 x 23mm (3.6" x 2.4" x 0.9")
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 model EN-EL12 SLB-10A
Self timer Yes Yes
Time lapse shooting
Storage media SD/SDHC, Internal SD/MMC/SDHC card, Internal
Storage slots One One
Launch price $290 $119