Nikon S7000 vs Samsung CL5

The following is a comprehensive assessment of the Nikon S7000 versus Samsung CL5, both Ultracompact cameras by manufacturers Nikon and Samsung. There is a crucial difference among the image resolutions of the S7000 (16MP) and CL5 (9MP) and the S7000 (1/2.3") and CL5 (1/2.5") feature different sensor dimensions.

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The S7000 was introduced 6 years after the CL5 which is a fairly serious gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of the cameras come with the identical body type (Ultracompact).

Before we go in to a complete comparison, below is a concise synopsis of how the S7000 grades versus the CL5 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix S7000 and Samsung CL5. The whole galleries are provided at Nikon S7000 Gallery and Samsung CL5 Gallery.

When you are intending to travel with your camera often, you are going to need to factor in its weight and size. The Nikon S7000 has outside dimensions of 99mm x 60mm x 27mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") along with a weight of 165 grams (0.36 lbs) while the Samsung CL5 has specifications of 93mm x 60mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 0.7") with a weight of 141 grams (0.31 lbs).

Take a look at the Nikon S7000 versus Samsung CL5 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you have chosen at that moment. The following is the front view measurements comparison of the S7000 and the CL5.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the S7000 and CL5 is 94 and 95 respectively.

In many cases, it can be difficult to imagine the contrast in sensor dimensions simply by looking through specifications. The image below will help provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the S7000 and CL5.

To sum up, both cameras have got different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The S7000 having a larger sensor is going to make achieving shallow depth of field easier and the Nikon S7000 will result in greater detail using its extra 7MP. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop pics much more aggressively. The fresher S7000 provides a benefit when it comes to sensor innovation.