Nikon AW100 vs Samsung WB50F
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Nikon AW100 vs Samsung WB50F 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
- Successor is Nikon AW110
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-288mm (F3.1-6.3) lens
- 207g - 101 x 68 x 27mm
- Launched January 2014

Nikon AW100 vs Samsung WB50F Overview
Here, we are matching up the Nikon AW100 versus Samsung WB50F, former is a Waterproof while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands Nikon and Samsung. The resolution of the AW100 (16MP) and the WB50F (16MP) is fairly similar and both cameras offer the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

The AW100 was revealed 3 years before the WB50F which is quite a significant difference as far as technology is concerned. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before diving into a in-depth comparison, here is a short summation of how the AW100 matches up versus the WB50F in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Nikon AW100 vs Samsung WB50F Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix AW100 & Samsung WB50F. The full galleries are viewable at Nikon AW100 Gallery & Samsung WB50F Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon AW100 over the Samsung WB50F
AW100 | WB50F |
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Reasons to pick Samsung WB50F over the Nikon AW100
WB50F | AW100 | |||
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Launched | January 2014 | ![]() | August 2011 | Newer by 28 months |
Manual focus | ![]() | More precise focus |
Common features in the Nikon AW100 and Samsung WB50F
AW100 | WB50F | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display size | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Same display dimensions |
Display resolution | 460k | ![]() | 460k | Equal display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither includes selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Neither includes Touch display |
Nikon AW100 vs Samsung WB50F Physical Comparison
For those who are aiming to travel with your camera, you're going to have to factor in its weight and measurements. The Nikon AW100 features physical dimensions of 110mm x 65mm x 23mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 178 grams (0.39 lbs) whilst the Samsung WB50F has proportions of 101mm x 68mm x 27mm (4.0" x 2.7" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 207 grams (0.46 lbs).
Examine the Nikon AW100 versus Samsung WB50F in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember that, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are using during that time. Following is a front view scale comparison of the AW100 against the WB50F.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the AW100 and WB50F is 93 and 92 respectively.

Nikon AW100 vs Samsung WB50F Sensor Comparison
Typically, it is very tough to envision the difference between sensor dimensions purely by going over technical specs. The picture below will give you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the AW100 and WB50F.
As you can tell, both of those cameras come with the identical sensor size and the identical megapixels so you can expect similar quality of pictures although you might want to factor the launch date of the products into consideration. The more aged AW100 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor technology.

Nikon AW100 vs Samsung WB50F Screen and ViewFinder


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Nikon AW100 vs Samsung WB50F Specifications
Nikon Coolpix AW100 | Samsung WB50F | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Nikon | Samsung |
Model | Nikon Coolpix AW100 | Samsung WB50F |
Category | Waterproof | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Released | 2011-08-24 | 2014-01-07 |
Physical type | 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 | 16 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 125 | 80 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 24-288mm (12.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.9-4.8 | f/3.1-6.3 |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Screen resolution | 460 thousand dots | 460 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Screen technology | TFT LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 4s | - |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000s | - |
Continuous shooting rate | 3.0 frames per second | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080, 1280 x 720 (60 fps),640 x 480 (120 fps), 320 x 240 (240 fps) | 1280 x 720 |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | - |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | none |
GPS | BuiltIn | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 178 grams (0.39 pounds) | 207 grams (0.46 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 110 x 65 x 23mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 0.9") | 101 x 68 x 27mm (4.0" x 2.7" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 | BP70A |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | SD / SDHC/SDXC | MicroSD, MicroSDHC, MicroSDXC |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Pricing at launch | $299 | $180 |