Nikon S7000 vs Samsung TL240
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Nikon S7000 vs Samsung TL240 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-500mm (F3.4-6.5) lens
- 165g - 99 x 60 x 27mm
- Announced February 2015
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 4800 (Push 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
- Alternate Name is ST5000

Nikon S7000 vs Samsung TL240 Overview
In this write-up, we will be contrasting the Nikon S7000 versus Samsung TL240, both Ultracompact digital cameras by rivals Nikon and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the S7000 (16MP) and the TL240 (14MP) is relatively well matched and they enjoy the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The S7000 was announced 5 years after the TL240 which is quite a significant gap as far as tech is concerned. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (Ultracompact).
Before diving in to a complete comparison, below is a short view of how the S7000 scores vs the TL240 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Nikon S7000 vs Samsung TL240 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix S7000 and Samsung TL240. The whole galleries are available at Nikon S7000 Gallery and Samsung TL240 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S7000 over the Samsung TL240
S7000 | TL240 | |||
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Announced | February 2015 | ![]() | January 2010 | Newer by 63 months |
Screen resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer screen (+230k dot) |
Reasons to pick Samsung TL240 over the Nikon S7000
TL240 | S7000 | |||
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Screen sizing | 3.5" | ![]() | 3" | Bigger screen (+0.5") |
Touch screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Nikon S7000 and Samsung TL240
S7000 | TL240 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Lack of manual focus | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither offers selfie screen |
Nikon S7000 vs Samsung TL240 Physical Comparison
When you are intending to travel with your camera, you have to factor in its weight and volume. The Nikon S7000 offers outside dimensions of 99mm x 60mm x 27mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") having a weight of 165 grams (0.36 lbs) and the Samsung TL240 has sizing of 104mm x 58mm x 20mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 160 grams (0.35 lbs).
Compare the Nikon S7000 versus Samsung TL240 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you have attached at that moment. Here is the front view scale comparison of the S7000 against the TL240.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the S7000 and TL240 is 94 and 95 respectively.

Nikon S7000 vs Samsung TL240 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it's hard to picture the difference between sensor dimensions just by checking specifications. The picture underneath will help offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the S7000 and TL240.
To sum up, each of these cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit different resolution. You should count on the Nikon S7000 to resolve more detail with its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop shots far more aggressively. The younger S7000 provides an edge when it comes to sensor tech.

Nikon S7000 vs Samsung TL240 Screen and ViewFinder


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Nikon S7000 vs Samsung TL240 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix S7000 | Samsung TL240 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Nikon | Samsung |
Model type | Nikon Coolpix S7000 | Samsung TL240 |
Also called | - | ST5000 |
Class | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Announced | 2015-02-10 | 2010-01-06 |
Physical type | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16MP | 14MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4334 x 3256 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 4800 |
Max boosted ISO | - | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 25-500mm (20.0x) | 31-217mm (7.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.4-6.5 | f/3.3-5.5 |
Macro focusing distance | 1cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3 inch | 3.5 inch |
Resolution of screen | 460k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 4 seconds | 8 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/1500 seconds |
Continuous shooting rate | 9.2 frames/s | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 5.70 m (at Auto ISO) | 5.00 m |
Flash modes | - | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
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) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
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 | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 165 gr (0.36 lbs) | 160 gr (0.35 lbs) |
Dimensions | 99 x 60 x 27mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") | 104 x 58 x 20mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 life | 180 photos | - |
Battery style | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | EN-EL19 | SLB-11A |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Double, Motion) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | MicroSD/ MicroSDHC, Internal |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Launch cost | $280 | $171 |