Samsung NV20 spec and review

Samsung NV20 spec and review

Model : Samsung NV20
Megapixels : 12.1
Max resolution : 4000 X 3000
Sensor information : 1/1.72 CCD
Lens data : f2.8-f5.3, 34-102mm
Zoom : 3x optical, 5x digital
Focus/macro : 80cm/4-80cm
Shutter speed : 1/1500 sec
ISO sensitivity : A, 80, 100, 200, 400, 800, 1600, 3200 (at 3.2mp)
Exposure modes : A, P , M, ASR, effect and 15 scenes.
Metering option : M, S, CW, face recognition AE
Flash mode : A, A+RE, FI, Foff, SS. RE fix
Connectivity : USB, AB
Battery : Li-ion
Storage : SD, SDHC, MMC plus, 20mb int

Pros:

• Accurate auto contrast balance.
• Fast Advance Shake Reduction, boosting up ISO in low light condition.
• Using Scheneider-Kreuznach lens, offering maximum aperture of f2.8
• Face recognition AF and AE, ensure picture taken are sharp and correctly exposed.
• Fast AF even in low light.
• Manual modes provide greater flexibility in choosing aperture.
  

Cons

• Noise can be detected from ISO200 above.
• Closest focusing distance is limiting the macro shot.

Nikon Coolpix p5100 spec and review

Nikon Coolpix p5100 spec:
Megapixels : 12.1
Max resolution : 4000 X 3000
Sensor : 1/1.72 inch CCD
Lens : f2.7 - f5.3 (35-123mm)
Zoom : 3.5X optical, 4X digital
Focus/macro : 20cm, 4cm
Shutter speed : 15-1/2000 sec
ISO sensitivity : A, 64, 100, 200, 400, 800, 1600, 2000, 3200
Exposure mode : Auto, P, S, A, scene
Metering option : CW, S, MS
Flash mode : A, RE, slowsync, rear curtain.
Connectivity : USB, AV
Batteries : Li-ion
Storage : 50mb internal, SD
LCD : 2.5"
Viewfinder : optical


Verdict

• Features - absolutely everything the serious photographer needs, barring a large wide angle
  
• Build quality - Solid magnesium alloy body.
• Handling - Slow startup and processing speed.
• Picture quality - sharp focus, good VR lens help it. Some noise at low ISO levels, good built-in flash.
  
• Value for money - reasonable price, all things are considered.