Nikon AW100 vs Samsung ST150F
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Nikon AW100 vs Samsung ST150F Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 125 - 3200
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-140mm (F3.9-4.8) lens
- 178g - 110 x 65 x 23mm
- Released August 2011
- Later Model is Nikon AW110
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-125mm (F2.5-6.3) lens
- 114g - 94 x 58 x 18mm
- Announced January 2013
Nikon AW100 vs Samsung ST150F Overview
Here, we will be matching up the Nikon AW100 vs Samsung ST150F, one being a Waterproof and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Nikon and Samsung. The resolution of the AW100 (16MP) and the ST150F (16MP) is pretty close and both cameras offer the identical sensor size (1/2.3").
Peek Behind the Lens of 'Photographer' and Their Go-To CamerasThe AW100 was announced 16 months earlier than the ST150F which makes them a generation apart from each other. Both cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before going into a comprehensive comparison, here is a brief highlight of how the AW100 grades vs the ST150F in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Nikon AW100 vs Samsung ST150F Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix AW100 and Samsung ST150F. The whole galleries are viewable at Nikon AW100 Gallery and Samsung ST150F Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon AW100 over the Samsung ST150F
AW100 | ST150F | |||
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Screen resolution | 460k | 230k | Crisper screen (+230k dot) |
Reasons to pick Samsung ST150F over the Nikon AW100
ST150F | AW100 | |||
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Announced | January 2013 | August 2011 | Fresher by 16 months |
Common features in the Nikon AW100 and Samsung ST150F
AW100 | ST150F | |||
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Focus manually | Lack of manual focusing | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen size | 3" | 3" | Same screen size | |
Selfie screen | Neither has selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly screen | Neither has Touch friendly screen |
Nikon AW100 vs Samsung ST150F Physical Comparison
For those who are planning to carry your camera regularly, you're going to have to consider its weight and volume. The Nikon AW100 has exterior measurements of 110mm x 65mm x 23mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 0.9") having a weight of 178 grams (0.39 lbs) whilst the Samsung ST150F has sizing of 94mm x 58mm x 18mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.7") having a weight of 114 grams (0.25 lbs).
Analyze the Nikon AW100 vs Samsung ST150F in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are employing at that moment. Following is a front view measurements comparison of the AW100 versus the ST150F.
Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the AW100 and ST150F is 93 and 96 respectively.
Nikon AW100 vs Samsung ST150F Sensor Comparison
Usually, it's difficult to picture the contrast in sensor sizing purely by looking through a spec sheet. The visual underneath may provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the AW100 and ST150F.
As you can see, each of the cameras feature the identical sensor size and the same exact resolution and you should expect comparable quality of pictures but you have to factor the production date of the cameras into account. The older AW100 will be behind with regard to sensor tech.
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Nikon AW100 vs Samsung ST150F Specifications
Nikon Coolpix AW100 | Samsung ST150F | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Nikon | Samsung |
Model | Nikon Coolpix AW100 | Samsung ST150F |
Class | Waterproof | Small Sensor Compact |
Released | 2011-08-24 | 2013-01-07 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16MP | 16MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Peak resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 125 | 100 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 25-125mm (5.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.9-4.8 | f/2.5-6.3 |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3" | 3" |
Display resolution | 460 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Display technology | TFT LCD | QVGA TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 4 secs | 1 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | 3.0 frames/s | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080, 1280 x 720 (60 fps),640 x 480 (120 fps), 320 x 240 (240 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
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 | 178 gr (0.39 lbs) | 114 gr (0.25 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 110 x 65 x 23mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 0.9") | 94 x 58 x 18mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.7") |
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 model | EN-EL12 | - |
Self timer | - | Yes |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD / SDHC/SDXC | microSD/microSDHC/microSDXC |
Storage slots | One | One |
Retail pricing | $299 | $300 |