Nikon S8200 vs Samsung SL102
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Nikon S8200 vs Samsung SL102 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-350mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 213g - 104 x 59 x 33mm
- Released August 2011
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 1600
- 640 x 480 video
- 35-105mm (F) lens
- 116g - 90 x 59 x 22mm
- Announced January 2009
- Also Known as ES55
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On this page, we are looking at the Nikon S8200 and Samsung SL102, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Nikon and Samsung. There is a significant difference among the image resolutions of the S8200 (16MP) and SL102 (10MP) but both cameras offer the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").
Photography GlossaryThe S8200 was unveiled 2 years later than the SL102 and that is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before delving into a comprehensive comparison, here is a brief highlight of how the S8200 scores versus the SL102 for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
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The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix S8200 and Samsung SL102. The full galleries are available at Nikon S8200 Gallery and Samsung SL102 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S8200 over the Samsung SL102
| S8200 | SL102 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Announced | August 2011 | January 2009 | More recent by 32 months | |
| Focus manually | Dial accurate focus | |||
| Display dimensions | 3" | 2.5" | Larger display (+0.5") | |
| Display resolution | 961k | 230k | Clearer display (+731k dot) |
Reasons to pick Samsung SL102 over the Nikon S8200
| SL102 | S8200 |
|---|
Common features in the Nikon S8200 and Samsung SL102
| S8200 | SL102 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
| Selfie screen | Lack of selfie screen | |||
| Touch friendly display | Lack of Touch friendly display |
Nikon S8200 vs Samsung SL102 Physical Comparison
In case you're going to lug around your camera frequently, you'll need to factor in its weight and proportions. The Nikon S8200 has outer measurements of 104mm x 59mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 213 grams (0.47 lbs) while the Samsung SL102 has measurements of 90mm x 59mm x 22mm (3.5" x 2.3" x 0.9") with a weight of 116 grams (0.26 lbs).
See the Nikon S8200 and Samsung SL102 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you use at that moment. The following is a front view physical size comparison of the S8200 against the SL102.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the S8200 and SL102 is 91 and 96 respectively.
Nikon S8200 vs Samsung SL102 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it is very hard to envision the gap in sensor measurements purely by looking through specs. The visual below will provide you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the S8200 and SL102.
As you can plainly see, each of these cameras have the same sensor dimensions but not the same megapixels. You should anticipate the Nikon S8200 to result in extra detail having an extra 6 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also let you crop images a bit more aggressively. The more recent S8200 is going to have a benefit in sensor technology.
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Nikon S8200 vs Samsung SL102 Specifications
| Nikon Coolpix S8200 | Samsung SL102 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Brand Name | Nikon | Samsung |
| Model | Nikon Coolpix S8200 | Samsung SL102 |
| Also called as | - | ES55 |
| Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
| Released | 2011-08-24 | 2009-01-08 |
| Physical type | Compact | Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Processor | Expeed C2 | - |
| Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
| Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
| Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
| Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 10 megapixel |
| Anti aliasing filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
| Peak resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 3648 x 2736 |
| Highest native ISO | 3200 | 1600 |
| Lowest native ISO | 100 | 80 |
| RAW format | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focus | ||
| Touch focus | ||
| AF continuous | ||
| Single AF | ||
| Tracking AF | ||
| Selective AF | ||
| Center weighted AF | ||
| Multi area AF | ||
| AF live view | ||
| Face detect focusing | ||
| Contract detect focusing | ||
| Phase detect focusing | ||
| Cross focus points | - | - |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens focal range | 25-350mm (14.0x) | 35-105mm (3.0x) |
| Maximal aperture | f/3.3-5.9 | - |
| Macro focus range | 1cm | 10cm |
| Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
| Screen | ||
| Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Display size | 3 inch | 2.5 inch |
| Display resolution | 961k dots | 230k dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch screen | ||
| Display tech | TFT LCD with Anti-reflection coating | - |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Minimum shutter speed | 8 secs | 8 secs |
| Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/1500 secs |
| Continuous shutter rate | 6.0 frames/s | - |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manual mode | ||
| Change WB | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Inbuilt flash | ||
| Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill, Slow Sync | Auto, Auto & Red-eye reduction, Fill-in flash, Slow sync, Flash off, Red Eye Fix |
| External flash | ||
| AE bracketing | ||
| WB bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment exposure | ||
| Average exposure | ||
| Spot exposure | ||
| Partial exposure | ||
| AF area exposure | ||
| Center weighted exposure | ||
| Video features | ||
| Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720p (30fps), 640 x 480 (30fps) | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
| Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 640x480 |
| Video data format | MPEG-4, Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
| Microphone support | ||
| Headphone support | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | None | None |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| GPS | None | None |
| Physical | ||
| Environment sealing | ||
| Water proof | ||
| Dust proof | ||
| Shock proof | ||
| Crush proof | ||
| Freeze proof | ||
| Weight | 213 grams (0.47 lbs) | 116 grams (0.26 lbs) |
| Physical dimensions | 104 x 59 x 33mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") | 90 x 59 x 22mm (3.5" x 2.3" x 0.9") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
| Other | ||
| Battery life | 250 images | - |
| Battery style | Battery Pack | - |
| Battery model | EN-EL12 | - |
| Self timer | Yes | Yes (10sec, 2sec, Double, Motion Timer) |
| Time lapse shooting | ||
| Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SC/SDHC/MMC/MMCplus, internal |
| Card slots | 1 | 1 |
| Retail pricing | $329 | $130 |