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Nikon S70 vs Samsung TL225

Portability
95
Imaging
35
Features
26
Overall
31
Nikon Coolpix S70 front
 
Samsung TL225 front
Portability
94
Imaging
35
Features
33
Overall
34

Nikon S70 vs Samsung TL225 Key Specs

Nikon S70
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3.5" Fixed Display
  • ISO 80 - 1600 (Boost to 6400)
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1/8000s Max Shutter
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 28-140mm (F3.9-5.8) lens
  • 160g - 97 x 61 x 20mm
  • Released August 2009
Samsung TL225
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3.5" Fixed Display
  • ISO 80 - 3200
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 27-124mm (F3.5-5.9) lens
  • 187g - 100 x 60 x 19mm
  • Launched August 2009
  • Alternate Name is ST550
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Nikon S70 vs Samsung TL225 Overview

Following is a comprehensive overview of the Nikon S70 vs Samsung TL225, both Ultracompact cameras by competitors Nikon and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the S70 (12MP) and the TL225 (12MP) is fairly comparable and both cameras boast the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

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The S70 was announced about the same time to the TL225 which means that they are of a similar generation. The two cameras feature the same body design (Ultracompact).

Before diving into a detailed comparison, here is a brief synopsis of how the S70 matches up vs the TL225 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

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Reasons to pick Nikon S70 over the Samsung TL225

 S70 TL225 

Reasons to pick Samsung TL225 over the Nikon S70

 TL225 S70 
Display resolution1152k288kSharper display (+864k dot)

Common features in the Nikon S70 and Samsung TL225

 S70 TL225 
LaunchedAugust 2009August 2009Same generation
Focus manually Lack of manual focus
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Display size3.5"3.5"Same display size
Selfie screen No selfie screen
Touch display Easily navigate

Nikon S70 vs Samsung TL225 Physical Comparison

If you're aiming to carry around your camera, you'll need to think about its weight and size. The Nikon S70 enjoys exterior dimensions of 97mm x 61mm x 20mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 0.8") with a weight of 160 grams (0.35 lbs) whilst the Samsung TL225 has specifications of 100mm x 60mm x 19mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 0.7") having a weight of 187 grams (0.41 lbs).

Examine the Nikon S70 vs Samsung TL225 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are working with during that time. Here is a front view measurement comparison of the S70 vs the TL225.

Nikon S70 vs Samsung TL225 size comparison

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the S70 and TL225 is 95 and 94 respectively.

Nikon S70 vs Samsung TL225 top view buttons comparison

Nikon S70 vs Samsung TL225 Sensor Comparison

Normally, it is very difficult to imagine the gap in sensor sizes just by checking out technical specs. The picture underneath will help give you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the S70 and TL225.

As you have seen, the 2 cameras come with the identical sensor size and the same MP therefore you should expect comparable quality of files but you really should take the production date of the cameras into account.

Nikon S70 vs Samsung TL225 sensor size comparison

Nikon S70 vs Samsung TL225 Screen and ViewFinder

Nikon S70 vs Samsung TL225 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Nikon S70 Portrait photography factors
Samsung TL225 Portrait photography factors
21
no manual focus
no manual control
no external flash support
MP count low (12MP)
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
has no RAW support
21
no manual focus
manual exposure not possible
no external flash support
MP count low (12 megapixels)
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
has no RAW format
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Street Comparison

Nikon S70 Street photography advice
Samsung TL225 Street photography advice
55
built in image stabilization (Optical)
fixed screen
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
has no RAW support
more heavy than competition in class (160g)
59
image stabilization (Optical)
boasts focus by touch
no articulating screen
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
has no RAW format
heavier than competition (187 grams)
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Sports Comparison

Nikon S70 Sports photography factors
Samsung TL225 Sports photography factors
34
great max shutter speed (1/8,000 seconds)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
no shutter priority
MP count low (12 megapixels)
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
has no phase detect auto focus
27
image stabilization (Optical)
no shutter priority
MP count low (12MP)
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
has no phase detect auto focus
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Travel Comparison

Nikon S70 as a Travel photography camera
Samsung TL225 as a Travel photography camera
56
has built in flash
really wide (28mm)
doesn't have Timelapse recording
more heavy than competition in class (160 grams)
MP count low (12 megapixels)
does not offer selfie friendly screen
slow maximum aperture (f3.9)
59
boasts focus by touch
has built in flash
decently wide (27mm)
doesn't have Time Lapse mode
heavier than competition (187g)
MP count low (12MP)
does not contain selfie friendly display
slow max aperture (f3.5)
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Landscape Comparison

Landscape photography with Nikon S70
Landscape photography with Samsung TL225
37
really wide (28mm)
very good size screen (3.5")
built in image stabilization (Optical)
no manual focus
can't swap lenses (fixed lens mount)
slow maximum aperture (f3.9)
no manual control
MP count low (12 megapixels)
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
has no RAW support
doesn't have Timelapse recording
37
decently wide (27mm)
lovely big screen (3.5")
image stabilization (Optical)
no manual focus
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
slow max aperture (f3.5)
manual exposure not possible
MP count low (12 megapixels)
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
has no RAW format
doesn't have Time Lapse mode
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Vlogging Comparison

Nikon S70 Vlogging details
Samsung TL225 Vlogging details
30
really wide (28mm)
built-in touchscreen
built in image stabilization (Optical)
slow maximum aperture (f3.9)
does not offer selfie friendly screen
low res video (1280 x 720 pxls)
doesn't have external microphone socket
more heavy than competition in class (160g)
29
decently wide (27mm)
built-in touchscreen
image stabilization (Optical)
slow max aperture (f3.5)
does not contain selfie friendly display
low quality video (1280 x 720 pxls)
doesn't have external mic port
heavier than competition (187g)
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Nikon S70 vs Samsung TL225 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Nikon S70 and Samsung TL225
 Nikon Coolpix S70Samsung TL225
General Information
Brand Name Nikon Samsung
Model type Nikon Coolpix S70 Samsung TL225
Also Known as - ST550
Type Ultracompact Ultracompact
Released 2009-08-04 2009-08-13
Body design Ultracompact Ultracompact
Sensor Information
Chip Expeed -
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 alias filter
Aspect ratio 4:3 and 16:9 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9
Highest Possible resolution 4000 x 3000 4000 x 3000
Maximum native ISO 1600 3200
Maximum enhanced ISO 6400 -
Min native ISO 80 80
RAW files
Autofocusing
Manual focusing
Touch focus
AF continuous
AF single
Tracking AF
Selective AF
Center weighted AF
Multi area AF
AF live view
Face detect AF
Contract detect AF
Phase detect AF
Lens
Lens mount type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 28-140mm (5.0x) 27-124mm (4.6x)
Maximal aperture f/3.9-5.8 f/3.5-5.9
Macro focusing distance 3cm 5cm
Crop factor 5.8 5.9
Screen
Display type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display size 3.5 inches 3.5 inches
Display resolution 288 thousand dot 1,152 thousand dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch screen
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Min shutter speed 30 seconds 8 seconds
Max shutter speed 1/8000 seconds 1/2000 seconds
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Custom WB
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash distance - 3.40 m
Flash modes - Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, Slow sync, Manual
External flash
AE bracketing
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment
Average
Spot
Partial
AF area
Center weighted
Video features
Supported 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, 15 fps)
Maximum video resolution 1280x720 1280x720
Video data 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
Environment seal
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 160 gr (0.35 lbs) 187 gr (0.41 lbs)
Physical dimensions 97 x 61 x 20mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 0.8") 100 x 60 x 19mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 0.7")
DXO scores
DXO Overall rating not tested not tested
DXO Color Depth rating not tested not tested
DXO Dynamic range rating not tested not tested
DXO Low light rating not tested not tested
Other
Battery ID EN-EL12 SLB-07A
Self timer Yes Yes (10 sec, 2 sec, Double, Motion Timer)
Time lapse shooting
Storage media SD/SDHC, Internal MicroSD/ MicroSDHC, Internal
Storage slots 1 1
Pricing at release $290 $488