Nikon S70 vs Samsung TL205
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Nikon S70 vs Samsung TL205 Key Specs
(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
- Revealed August 2009
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- 1280 x 720 video
- 35-105mm (F3.0-5.6) lens
- 177g - 99 x 59 x 20mm
- Revealed January 2010
- Other Name is PL100
Nikon S70 vs Samsung TL205 Overview
Following is a complete assessment of the Nikon S70 and Samsung TL205, both Ultracompact cameras by rivals Nikon and Samsung. The resolution of the S70 (12MP) and the TL205 (12MP) is fairly close and both cameras have the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").
Body cameras now worn by bakery staff to deter stealingThe S70 was brought out 5 months prior to the TL205 so they are of a similar generation. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Ultracompact).
Before delving right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a short summation of how the S70 grades vs the TL205 for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Nikon S70 vs Samsung TL205 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix S70 and Samsung TL205. The entire galleries are viewable at Nikon S70 Gallery and Samsung TL205 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S70 over the Samsung TL205
S70 | TL205 | |||
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Display dimensions | 3.5" | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.8") | |
Display resolution | 288k | 230k | Sharper display (+58k dot) | |
Touch friendly display | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Samsung TL205 over the Nikon S70
TL205 | S70 |
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Common features in the Nikon S70 and Samsung TL205
S70 | TL205 | |||
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Revealed | August 2009 | January 2010 | Same generation | |
Focus manually | No manual focus | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Selfie screen | Lack of selfie screen |
Nikon S70 vs Samsung TL205 Physical Comparison
In case you're going to carry around your camera regularly, you should factor its weight and size. The Nikon S70 has physical measurements of 97mm x 61mm x 20mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 0.8") with a weight of 160 grams (0.35 lbs) while the Samsung TL205 has specifications of 99mm x 59mm x 20mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") and a weight of 177 grams (0.39 lbs).
Analyze the Nikon S70 and Samsung TL205 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are working with at that moment. The following is a front view physical size comparison of the S70 compared to the TL205.
Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the S70 and TL205 is 95 and 94 respectively.
Nikon S70 vs Samsung TL205 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it's hard to picture the gap in sensor sizes just by looking through a spec sheet. The pic underneath may provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the S70 and TL205.
As you can see, both of these cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the same MP so you should expect comparable quality of photos however you should take the release date of the cameras into account.
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Nikon S70 vs Samsung TL205 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix S70 | Samsung TL205 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Nikon | Samsung |
Model | Nikon Coolpix S70 | Samsung TL205 |
Also Known as | - | PL100 |
Category | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Revealed | 2009-08-04 | 2010-01-06 |
Physical type | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | Expeed | - |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12MP | 12MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4000 x 3000 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Max boosted ISO | 6400 | - |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 35-105mm (3.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.9-5.8 | f/3.0-5.6 |
Macro focus range | 3cm | 10cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3.5" | 2.7" |
Screen resolution | 288k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 30s | 8s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/8000s | 1/1500s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | - | 3.40 m |
Flash modes | - | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (60, 30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 160g (0.35 pounds) | 177g (0.39 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 97 x 61 x 20mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 0.8") | 99 x 59 x 20mm (3.9" 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 model | EN-EL12 | - |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Double, Motion) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC, Internal | MicroSD/ MicroSDHC, SD/SDHC Internal |
Card slots | One | One |
Cost at launch | $290 | $180 |