Nikon S7000 vs Samsung TL320

Below, we are analyzing the Nikon S7000 and Samsung TL320, both Ultracompact digital cameras by rivals Nikon and Samsung. There is a significant difference between the sensor resolutions of the S7000 (16MP) and TL320 (12MP) but they feature the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The S7000 was introduced 6 years later than the TL320 and that is quite a sizable gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of these cameras come with the identical body type (Ultracompact).

Before delving through a step-by-step comparison, below is a brief synopsis of how the S7000 grades against the TL320 for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix S7000 and Samsung TL320. The whole galleries are viewable at Nikon S7000 Gallery and Samsung TL320 Gallery.

For those who are going to lug around your camera often, you need to take into account its weight and size. The Nikon S7000 has external measurements of 99mm x 60mm x 27mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") and a weight of 165 grams (0.36 lbs) whilst the Samsung TL320 has specifications of 97mm x 61mm x 21mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).

Check out the Nikon S7000 and Samsung TL320 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you have chosen at the time. Here is the front view dimension comparison of the S7000 and the TL320.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the S7000 and TL320 is 94 and 98 respectively.

Usually, it's difficult to visualize the gap between sensor measurements just by reading through a spec sheet. The photograph underneath will provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the S7000 and TL320.

Clearly, both the cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements but different MP. You should expect to see the Nikon S7000 to give extra detail using its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will allow you to crop images somewhat more aggressively. The fresher S7000 provides a benefit when it comes to sensor innovation.