Nikon W300 vs Samsung TL100
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Nikon W300 vs Samsung TL100 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 125 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 3840 x 2160 video
- 24-120mm (F2.8-4.9) lens
- 231g - 112 x 66 x 29mm
- Revealed May 2017
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Digital Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 35-105mm (F3.0-5.6) lens
- 219g - 105 x 61 x 37mm
- Released January 2009
- Additionally referred to as ST50

Nikon W300 vs Samsung TL100 Overview
In this write-up, we will be matching up the Nikon W300 and Samsung TL100, former is a Waterproof while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors Nikon and Samsung. There is a large difference between the image resolutions of the W300 (16MP) and TL100 (12MP) but they come with the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

The W300 was brought out 8 years after the TL100 which is quite a serious difference as far as tech is concerned. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before diving through a complete comparison, below is a simple highlight of how the W300 grades versus the TL100 for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Nikon W300 vs Samsung TL100 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix W300 & Samsung TL100. The entire galleries are available at Nikon W300 Gallery & Samsung TL100 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon W300 over the Samsung TL100
W300 | TL100 | |||
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Released | May 2017 | ![]() | January 2009 | More modern by 103 months |
Screen sizing | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Screen resolution | 921k | ![]() | 230k | Sharper screen (+691k dot) |
Reasons to pick Samsung TL100 over the Nikon W300
TL100 | W300 |
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Common features in the Nikon W300 and Samsung TL100
W300 | TL100 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | No manual focus | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | No selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Neither features Touch screen |
Nikon W300 vs Samsung TL100 Physical Comparison
When you are planning to carry around your camera, you will have to take into account its weight and volume. The Nikon W300 enjoys outer dimensions of 112mm x 66mm x 29mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.1") and a weight of 231 grams (0.51 lbs) while the Samsung TL100 has sizing of 105mm x 61mm x 37mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.5") along with a weight of 219 grams (0.48 lbs).
Take a look at the Nikon W300 and Samsung TL100 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are employing at that moment. The following is the front view over all size comparison of the W300 and the TL100.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the W300 and TL100 is 91 and 91 respectively.

Nikon W300 vs Samsung TL100 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it is difficult to picture the gap between sensor sizes purely by going over specifications. The pic below will help give you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the W300 and TL100.
Plainly, each of these cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit different megapixels. You can count on the Nikon W300 to deliver extra detail having its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will also help you crop pictures far more aggressively. The newer W300 provides an edge in sensor innovation.

Nikon W300 vs Samsung TL100 Screen and ViewFinder


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Nikon W300 vs Samsung TL100 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix W300 | Samsung TL100 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Nikon | Samsung |
Model type | Nikon Coolpix W300 | Samsung TL100 |
Also called | - | ST50 |
Type | Waterproof | Small Sensor Compact |
Revealed | 2017-05-31 | 2009-01-08 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | - | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 | 16:9, 4:3 and 3:2 |
Peak resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4000 x 3000 |
Highest native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 125 | 80 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 24-120mm (5.0x) | 35-105mm (3.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/2.8-4.9 | f/3.0-5.6 |
Macro focusing distance | 1cm | 10cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3" | 2.7" |
Resolution of display | 921k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 1 secs | 1 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/1500 secs |
Continuous shutter rate | 7.0 frames per sec | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 5.20 m (at Auto ISO) | - |
Flash modes | - | Auto, Auto & Red-eye reduction, Fill-in flash, Slow sync, Flash off, Red eye fix |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 3840 x 2160 @ 30p, MP4, H.264, AAC | 800 x 592 (20 fps) , 640 x 480 (30,15 fps) , 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 3840x2160 | 640x480 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | Built-in | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 231 grams (0.51 pounds) | 219 grams (0.48 pounds) |
Dimensions | 112 x 66 x 29mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.1") | 105 x 61 x 37mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.5") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 280 pictures | - |
Style of battery | Built-in | - |
Battery ID | EN-EL12 | - |
Self timer | Yes (2, 5 and 10 secs) | Yes (2, 10 or Custom) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | Onboard + SD/SDHC/SDXC card | SD/MMC/SDHC card |
Card slots | One | One |
Pricing at release | $387 | $22 |