Nikon S9500 vs Samsung TL100
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Nikon S9500 vs Samsung TL100 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 18MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 125 - 1600
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-550mm (F) lens
- 205g - 110 x 60 x 31mm
- Revealed January 2013
- Succeeded the Nikon S9300
- Newer Model is Nikon S9700
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Digital Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 35-105mm (F3.0-5.6) lens
- 219g - 105 x 61 x 37mm
- Revealed January 2009
- Other Name is ST50

Nikon S9500 vs Samsung TL100 Overview
On this page, we are reviewing the Nikon S9500 versus Samsung TL100, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Nikon and Samsung. There is a huge difference among the resolutions of the S9500 (18MP) and TL100 (12MP) but both cameras offer the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

The S9500 was brought out 4 years after the TL100 which is a fairly significant gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before we go straight to a in depth comparison, here is a brief view of how the S9500 scores versus the TL100 for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Nikon S9500 vs Samsung TL100 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix S9500 and Samsung TL100. The entire galleries are viewable at Nikon S9500 Gallery and Samsung TL100 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S9500 over the Samsung TL100
S9500 | TL100 | |||
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Revealed | January 2013 | ![]() | January 2009 | Newer by 50 months |
Display dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Display resolution | 614k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer display (+384k dot) |
Reasons to pick Samsung TL100 over the Nikon S9500
TL100 | S9500 |
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Common features in the Nikon S9500 and Samsung TL100
S9500 | TL100 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Lack of manual focus | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither contains selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Absent Touch friendly display |
Nikon S9500 vs Samsung TL100 Physical Comparison
In case you're going to travel with your camera frequently, you will want to factor in its weight and size. The Nikon S9500 has got exterior dimensions of 110mm x 60mm x 31mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.2") accompanied by a weight of 205 grams (0.45 lbs) while the Samsung TL100 has specifications of 105mm x 61mm x 37mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.5") accompanied by a weight of 219 grams (0.48 lbs).
Contrast the Nikon S9500 versus Samsung TL100 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are using at that moment. Underneath is a front view dimension comparison of the S9500 compared to the TL100.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the S9500 and TL100 is 92 and 91 respectively.

Nikon S9500 vs Samsung TL100 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it can be tough to imagine the gap in sensor dimensions merely by researching a spec sheet. The image here might give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the S9500 and TL100.
As you can see, the two cameras have the same sensor dimensions but different MP. You should expect to see the Nikon S9500 to result in more detail having its extra 6 Megapixels. Greater resolution will help you crop pics a bit more aggressively. The more modern S9500 should have an advantage with regard to sensor technology.

Nikon S9500 vs Samsung TL100 Screen and ViewFinder


Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison

Street Comparison

Sports Comparison

Travel Comparison

Landscape Comparison

Vlogging Comparison

Nikon S9500 vs Samsung TL100 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix S9500 | Samsung TL100 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Nikon | Samsung |
Model | Nikon Coolpix S9500 | Samsung TL100 |
Also called | - | ST50 |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
Revealed | 2013-01-29 | 2009-01-08 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.16 x 4.62mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 28.5mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 18 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 16:9, 4:3 and 3:2 |
Max resolution | 4896 x 3672 | 4000 x 3000 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 125 | 80 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Number of focus points | 99 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 25-550mm (22.0x) | 35-105mm (3.0x) |
Maximal aperture | - | f/3.0-5.6 |
Macro focus range | - | 10cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3 inches | 2.7 inches |
Display resolution | 614 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Display tech | OLED monitor | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 4 secs | 1 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/1500 secs | 1/1500 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | 7.5fps | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash options | - | Auto, Auto & Red-eye reduction, Fill-in flash, Slow sync, Flash off, Red eye fix |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 | 800 x 592 (20 fps) , 640 x 480 (30,15 fps) , 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 640x480 |
Video data format | - | Motion JPEG |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | BuiltIn | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 205 grams (0.45 lb) | 219 grams (0.48 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 110 x 60 x 31mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.2") | 105 x 61 x 37mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.5") |
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 | 230 photos | - |
Battery form | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | EN-EL12 | - |
Self timer | - | Yes (2, 10 or Custom) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/MMC/SDHC card |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Price at release | $230 | $22 |