Nikon AW100 vs Samsung WB210
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Nikon AW100 vs Samsung WB210 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 125 - 3200
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-140mm (F3.9-4.8) lens
- 178g - 110 x 65 x 23mm
- Introduced August 2011
- Renewed by Nikon AW110
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 1600 (Bump to 3200)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-288mm (F2.9-5.9) lens
- 174g - 101 x 59 x 22mm
- Introduced July 2011

Nikon AW100 vs Samsung WB210 Overview
In this article, we will be contrasting the Nikon AW100 vs Samsung WB210, one is a Waterproof and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands Nikon and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the AW100 (16MP) and the WB210 (14MP) is relatively close and they possess the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

The AW100 was announced 2 months after the WB210 and they are of a similar generation. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before getting straight into a detailed comparison, below is a short view of how the AW100 matches up vs the WB210 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Nikon AW100 vs Samsung WB210 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix AW100 and Samsung WB210. The whole galleries are viewable at Nikon AW100 Gallery and Samsung WB210 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon AW100 over the Samsung WB210
AW100 | WB210 | |||
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Screen resolution | 460k | ![]() | 1k | Sharper screen (+459k dot) |
Reasons to pick Samsung WB210 over the Nikon AW100
WB210 | AW100 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | More precise focus | ||
Screen sizing | 3.5" | ![]() | 3" | Bigger screen (+0.5") |
Touch screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Nikon AW100 and Samsung WB210
AW100 | WB210 | |||
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Introduced | August 2011 | ![]() | July 2011 | Same generation |
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither features selfie screen |
Nikon AW100 vs Samsung WB210 Physical Comparison
In case you're looking to carry around your camera frequently, you will need to consider its weight and volume. The Nikon AW100 enjoys outside measurements of 110mm x 65mm x 23mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 0.9") and a weight of 178 grams (0.39 lbs) while the Samsung WB210 has sizing of 101mm x 59mm x 22mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.9") along with a weight of 174 grams (0.38 lbs).
Compare the Nikon AW100 vs Samsung WB210 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Following is the front view physical size comparison of the AW100 and the WB210.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the AW100 and WB210 is 93 and 94 respectively.

Nikon AW100 vs Samsung WB210 Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it is difficult to visualize the difference in sensor sizes simply by viewing specifications. The pic underneath might offer you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the AW100 and WB210.
Plainly, both of these cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit different MP. You should count on the Nikon AW100 to provide you with more detail with its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop shots a little more aggressively.

Nikon AW100 vs Samsung WB210 Screen and ViewFinder


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Nikon AW100 vs Samsung WB210 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix AW100 | Samsung WB210 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Nikon | Samsung |
Model type | Nikon Coolpix AW100 | Samsung WB210 |
Category | Waterproof | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Introduced | 2011-08-24 | 2011-07-19 |
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 area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 14 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4320 x 3240 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 1600 |
Maximum boosted ISO | - | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 125 | 80 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 24-288mm (12.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.9-4.8 | f/2.9-5.9 |
Macro focusing range | - | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3" | 3.5" |
Screen resolution | 460 thousand dot | 1 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Screen technology | TFT LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 4 secs | 8 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | 3.0 frames/s | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 3.50 m |
Flash options | - | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
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 (60, 30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | BuiltIn | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 178g (0.39 lb) | 174g (0.38 lb) |
Dimensions | 110 x 65 x 23mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 0.9") | 101 x 59 x 22mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 ID | EN-EL12 | - |
Self timer | - | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Double) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD / SDHC/SDXC | microSC/SDHC, Internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Launch price | $299 | $279 |