Nikon S8100 vs Samsung TL100

Below is a in-depth comparison of the Nikon S8100 and Samsung TL100, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by rivals Nikon and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the S8100 (12MP) and the TL100 (12MP) is pretty comparable and both cameras boast the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The S8100 was manufactured 21 months later than the TL100 which makes them a generation apart from each other. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before going straight to a in depth comparison, here is a simple overview of how the S8100 scores versus the TL100 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix S8100 and Samsung TL100. The entire galleries are available at Nikon S8100 Gallery and Samsung TL100 Gallery.

For those who are aiming to lug around your camera frequently, you should factor its weight and measurements. The Nikon S8100 offers outside dimensions of 104mm x 60mm x 30mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.2") accompanied by a weight of 180 grams (0.40 lbs) and the Samsung TL100 has proportions of 105mm x 61mm x 37mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.5") having a weight of 219 grams (0.48 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you have at that time. Underneath is a front view scale comparison of the S8100 compared to the TL100.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the S8100 and TL100 is 93 and 91 respectively.

Generally, it can be hard to visualise the difference in sensor measurements purely by checking out a spec sheet. The photograph underneath may give you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the S8100 and TL100.

As you can see, the 2 cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the exact same MP and you should expect comparable quality of pictures however you may want to factor the release date of the cameras into account. The more recent S8100 is going to have a benefit with regard to sensor innovation.