Nikon AW100 vs Samsung WB850F

The following is a extensive assessment of the Nikon AW100 vs Samsung WB850F, one is a Waterproof and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by competitors Nikon and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the AW100 (16MP) and the WB850F (16MP) is relatively similar and they use the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The AW100 was announced 4 months before the WB850F so they are of a similar generation. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before going straight into a complete comparison, below is a simple introduction of how the AW100 matches up against the WB850F in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix AW100 and Samsung WB850F. The whole galleries are viewable at Nikon AW100 Gallery and Samsung WB850F Gallery.

If you're planning to travel with your camera often, you will have to factor in its weight and size. The Nikon AW100 comes with 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) and the Samsung WB850F has specifications of 109mm x 62mm x 25mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.0") with a weight of 250 grams (0.55 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you have at that time. Below is the front view over all size comparison of the AW100 vs the WB850F.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the AW100 and WB850F is 93 and 91 respectively.

Sometimes, its tough to visualize the contrast between sensor dimensions simply by going over specs. The picture below should offer you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the AW100 and WB850F.

All in all, both of those cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the same megapixels so you should expect similar quality of photographs but you will want to consider the production date of the products into consideration.