Nikon S8000 vs Samsung TL500
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Nikon S8000 vs Samsung TL500 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 30-300mm (F3.5-5.6) lens
- 183g - 103 x 57 x 27mm
- Revealed June 2010
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/1.7" Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 24-72mm (F1.8-2.4) lens
- 386g - 114 x 63 x 29mm
- Released July 2010
- Alternative Name is EX1

Nikon S8000 vs Samsung TL500 Overview
The following is a complete comparison of the Nikon S8000 versus Samsung TL500, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by rivals Nikon and Samsung. There exists a big gap between the image resolutions of the S8000 (14MP) and TL500 (10MP) and the S8000 (1/2.3") and TL500 (1/1.7") boast different sensor dimensions.

The S8000 was introduced at a similar time to the TL500 and they are of a similar generation. Both cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before going straight to a complete comparison, here is a simple summation of how the S8000 grades vs the TL500 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Nikon S8000 vs Samsung TL500 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix S8000 and Samsung TL500. The whole galleries are available at Nikon S8000 Gallery and Samsung TL500 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S8000 over the Samsung TL500
S8000 | TL500 | |||
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Screen resolution | 921k | ![]() | 614k | Crisper screen (+307k dot) |
Reasons to pick Samsung TL500 over the Nikon S8000
TL500 | S8000 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Very precise focus | ||
Screen type | Fully Articulated | ![]() | Fixed | Fully Articulating screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Take selfies |
Common features in the Nikon S8000 and Samsung TL500
S8000 | TL500 | |||
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Released | June 2010 | ![]() | July 2010 | Similar generation |
Screen size | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Same screen sizing |
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Neither contains Touch friendly screen |
Nikon S8000 vs Samsung TL500 Physical Comparison
If you are aiming to travel with your camera, you need to take into account its weight and measurements. The Nikon S8000 has got external measurements of 103mm x 57mm x 27mm (4.1" x 2.2" x 1.1") along with a weight of 183 grams (0.40 lbs) while the Samsung TL500 has proportions of 114mm x 63mm x 29mm (4.5" x 2.5" x 1.1") having a weight of 386 grams (0.85 lbs).
Examine the Nikon S8000 versus Samsung TL500 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are working with during that time. Below is a front view physical size comparison of the S8000 versus the TL500.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the S8000 and TL500 is 93 and 88 respectively.

Nikon S8000 vs Samsung TL500 Sensor Comparison
Quite often, its hard to visualize the difference between sensor dimensions just by reviewing specs. The image underneath will give you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the S8000 and TL500.
As you can plainly see, the two cameras come with different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The S8000 using its tinier sensor is going to make getting shallow DOF tougher and the Nikon S8000 will deliver extra detail using its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will help you crop pictures a good deal more aggressively.

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Nikon S8000 vs Samsung TL500 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix S8000 | Samsung TL500 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Nikon | Samsung |
Model | Nikon Coolpix S8000 | Samsung TL500 |
Other name | - | EX1 |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Revealed | 2010-06-16 | 2010-07-09 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | Expeed C2 | - |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/1.7" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 7.44 x 5.58mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 41.5mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14MP | 10MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 3648 x 2736 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 30-300mm (10.0x) | 24-72mm (3.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.5-5.6 | f/1.8-2.4 |
Macro focus distance | 2cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 4.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fully Articulated |
Display diagonal | 3" | 3" |
Display resolution | 921k dot | 614k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 8 secs | 8 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/1500 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | 3.0fps | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | - | 5.20 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, Slow Syncro | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, Slow syncro, Manual |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 640x480 |
Video data format | H.264 | H.264 |
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 | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 183 grams (0.40 lb) | 386 grams (0.85 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 103 x 57 x 27mm (4.1" x 2.2" x 1.1") | 114 x 63 x 29mm (4.5" x 2.5" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | 40 |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | 19.2 |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | 11.1 |
DXO Low light score | not tested | 129 |
Other | ||
Battery model | EN-EL12 | SLB-07A |
Self timer | Yes (3 sec or 10 sec) | Yes (10 sec, 2 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC, Internal | SD/SDHC, internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Pricing at launch | $300 | $527 |