Nikon AW100 vs Samsung WB250F
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Nikon AW100 vs Samsung WB250F 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
- Released August 2011
- Replacement is Nikon AW110
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-432mm (F3.2-5.8) lens
- 226g - 106 x 62 x 22mm
- Released January 2013
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Here, we are evaluating the Nikon AW100 vs Samsung WB250F, one is a Waterproof and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by competitors Nikon and Samsung. The resolution of the AW100 (16MP) and the WB250F (14MP) is very close and both cameras posses the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").
Snapchat Adds Watermarks to AI-Created ImagesThe AW100 was brought out 16 months prior to the WB250F making them a generation away from each other. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before we go into a detailed comparison, here is a brief summation of how the AW100 scores versus the WB250F for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
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This is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix AW100 and Samsung WB250F. The entire galleries are provided at Nikon AW100 Gallery and Samsung WB250F Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon AW100 over the Samsung WB250F
| AW100 | WB250F |
|---|
Reasons to pick Samsung WB250F over the Nikon AW100
| WB250F | AW100 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Released | January 2013 | August 2011 | More modern by 16 months | |
| Touch friendly display | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Nikon AW100 and Samsung WB250F
| AW100 | WB250F | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Focus manually | No manual focus | |||
| Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
| Display size | 3" | 3" | Same display measurements | |
| Display resolution | 460k | 460k | Same display resolution | |
| Selfie screen | Neither comes with selfie screen |
Nikon AW100 vs Samsung WB250F Physical Comparison
When you are planning to carry around your camera frequently, you will have to consider its weight and measurements. The Nikon AW100 comes with external dimensions of 110mm x 65mm x 23mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 0.9") along with a weight of 178 grams (0.39 lbs) whilst the Samsung WB250F has proportions of 106mm x 62mm x 22mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 226 grams (0.50 lbs).
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Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you have attached at the time. Underneath is a front view overall size comparison of the AW100 compared to the WB250F.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the AW100 and WB250F is 93 and 93 respectively.
Nikon AW100 vs Samsung WB250F Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it's difficult to visualize the difference in sensor sizes simply by researching specs. The picture underneath will provide you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the AW100 and WB250F.
All in all, each of the cameras come with the identical sensor size but different megapixels. You should expect to see the Nikon AW100 to provide you with extra detail having its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also help you crop photos a good deal more aggressively. The more aged AW100 will be disadvantaged in sensor technology.
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Nikon AW100 vs Samsung WB250F Specifications
| Nikon Coolpix AW100 | Samsung WB250F | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Brand | Nikon | Samsung |
| Model type | Nikon Coolpix AW100 | Samsung WB250F |
| Type | Waterproof | Small Sensor Superzoom |
| Released | 2011-08-24 | 2013-01-07 |
| Body design | Compact | Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Sensor type | CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
| Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
| Sensor measurements | 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 | ||
| Max resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4320 x 3240 |
| Max native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
| Lowest native ISO | 125 | 100 |
| RAW pictures | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Focus manually | ||
| AF touch | ||
| Continuous AF | ||
| AF single | ||
| AF tracking | ||
| 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 mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens zoom range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 24-432mm (18.0x) |
| Maximal aperture | f/3.9-4.8 | f/3.2-5.8 |
| Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Screen sizing | 3 inch | 3 inch |
| Screen resolution | 460 thousand dot | 460 thousand dot |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch capability | ||
| Screen tech | TFT LCD | TFT LCD |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Minimum shutter speed | 4 seconds | 16 seconds |
| Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
| Continuous shutter speed | 3.0 frames per second | 8.0 frames per second |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manual exposure | ||
| Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
| Change WB | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Integrated flash | ||
| Hot shoe | ||
| 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) | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15fps) |
| Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
| Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
| Microphone 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 | ||
| Environmental seal | ||
| Water proofing | ||
| Dust proofing | ||
| Shock proofing | ||
| Crush proofing | ||
| Freeze proofing | ||
| Weight | 178g (0.39 pounds) | 226g (0.50 pounds) |
| Physical dimensions | 110 x 65 x 23mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 0.9") | 106 x 62 x 22mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 0.9") |
| 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 ID | EN-EL12 | - |
| Self timer | - | Yes |
| Time lapse shooting | ||
| Type of storage | SD / SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
| Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
| Price at release | $299 | $250 |