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Nikon AW130 vs Samsung WB800F

Portability
91
Imaging
40
Features
44
Overall
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Nikon Coolpix AW130 front
 
Samsung WB800F front
Portability
92
Imaging
39
Features
51
Overall
43

Nikon AW130 vs Samsung WB800F Key Specs

Nikon AW130
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 125 - 6400
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • 24-120mm (F2.8-4.9) lens
  • 221g - 110 x 66 x 27mm
  • Released February 2015
  • Earlier Model is Nikon AW120
Samsung WB800F
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Display
  • ISO 100 - 3200
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • 23-483mm (F2.8-5.9) lens
  • 218g - 111 x 65 x 22mm
  • Revealed January 2013
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Nikon AW130 vs Samsung WB800F Overview

Let's look a little more closely at the Nikon AW130 and Samsung WB800F, one being a Waterproof and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands Nikon and Samsung. The image resolution of the AW130 (16MP) and the WB800F (16MP) is very similar and they come with the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

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The AW130 was brought out 2 years later than the WB800F and that is quite a big gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving straight into a complete comparison, below is a brief overview of how the AW130 matches up against the WB800F in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

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Reasons to pick Nikon AW130 over the Samsung WB800F

 AW130 WB800F 
RevealedFebruary 2015January 2013Fresher by 26 months
Display resolution921k460kClearer display (+461k dot)

Reasons to pick Samsung WB800F over the Nikon AW130

 WB800F AW130 
Manually focus Very accurate focusing
Touch display Easily navigate

Common features in the Nikon AW130 and Samsung WB800F

 AW130 WB800F 
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Display sizing3"3"Equivalent display size
Selfie screen Neither offers selfie screen

Nikon AW130 vs Samsung WB800F Physical Comparison

For those who are aiming to carry your camera, you'll need to consider its weight and proportions. The Nikon AW130 offers exterior measurements of 110mm x 66mm x 27mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.1") having a weight of 221 grams (0.49 lbs) while the Samsung WB800F has measurements of 111mm x 65mm x 22mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 0.9") having a weight of 218 grams (0.48 lbs).

Analyze the Nikon AW130 and Samsung WB800F in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are utilising at the time. Following is the front view dimension comparison of the AW130 against the WB800F.

Nikon AW130 vs Samsung WB800F size comparison

Using size and weight, the portability score of the AW130 and WB800F is 91 and 92 respectively.

Nikon AW130 vs Samsung WB800F top view buttons comparison

Nikon AW130 vs Samsung WB800F Sensor Comparison

Oftentimes, it can be tough to imagine the contrast between sensor sizing simply by reviewing specifications. The graphic below might offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the AW130 and WB800F.

To sum up, the 2 cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the same exact resolution so you should expect similar quality of images however you will need to factor the production date of the products into consideration. The more recent AW130 provides an edge when it comes to sensor innovation.

Nikon AW130 vs Samsung WB800F sensor size comparison

Nikon AW130 vs Samsung WB800F Screen and ViewFinder

Nikon AW130 vs Samsung WB800F Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Nikon AW130 Portrait photography factors
Samsung WB800F Portrait photography factors
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decent megapixels (16MP)
comes with face detection focusing
focusing manually not possible
manual mode not possible
no external flash support
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW support
43
focusing manually
decent megapixels (16MP)
supports face detection autofocus
cannot use external flash
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
has no RAW files
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Street Comparison

Nikon AW130 Street photography advice
Samsung WB800F Street photography advice
61
built in image stabilization (Optical)
weather proofing
no moving screen
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW support
62
built in image stabilization (Optical)
lighter than others in class (218 grams)
no articulating screen
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
has no RAW files
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Sports Comparison

Nikon AW130 Sports photography information
Samsung WB800F Sports photography information
51
built in image stabilization (Optical)
decent megapixels (16MP)
comes with tracking autofocus
weather proofing
great battery (370 CIPA)
no shutter priority
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
does not have phase detect AF
52
incredible zoom range (23-483mm 21.0 x zoom)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
decent megapixels (16MP)
supports tracking autofocus
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
has no phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

Nikon AW130 Travel photography information
Samsung WB800F Travel photography information
72
great battery (370 CIPA)
weather proofing
decent megapixels (16 megapixels)
flash built-in
really wide (24mm)
doesn't contain selfie friendly screen
somewhat slow max aperture (f2.8)
69
lighter than others in class (218g)
decent megapixels (16 megapixels)
flash built-in
rather wide (23mm)
long reach (483mm)
does not have Timelapse mode
screen is not selfie friendly
sluggish maximum aperture (f2.8)
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Landscape Comparison

Nikon AW130 as a Landscape photography camera
Samsung WB800F as a Landscape photography camera
50
really wide (24mm)
decent sized screen (3")
built in image stabilization (Optical)
decent megapixels (16MP)
weather proofing
great battery (370 shots)
focusing manually not possible
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow max aperture (f2.8)
manual mode not possible
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW support
49
focusing manually
rather wide (23mm)
decent sized screen (3 inches)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
decent megapixels (16 megapixels)
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
sluggish maximum aperture (f2.8)
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
has no RAW files
does not have Timelapse mode
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Vlogging Comparison

Nikon AW130 Vlogging advice
Samsung WB800F Vlogging advice
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really wide (24mm)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
comes with face detection focusing
good video quality (1920 x 1080 resolution)
somewhat slow max aperture (f2.8)
doesn't contain selfie friendly screen
no external mic port
35
rather wide (23mm)
built-in touchscreen
built in image stabilization (Optical)
supports face detection autofocus
video resolution high (1920 x 1080 resolution)
lighter than others in class (218 grams)
sluggish maximum aperture (f2.8)
screen is not selfie friendly
does not have external microphone port
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Nikon AW130 vs Samsung WB800F Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Nikon AW130 and Samsung WB800F
 Nikon Coolpix AW130Samsung WB800F
General Information
Brand Name Nikon Samsung
Model type Nikon Coolpix AW130 Samsung WB800F
Category Waterproof Small Sensor Superzoom
Released 2015-02-10 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 16MP 16MP
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 -
Maximum resolution 4608 x 3456 4608 x 3456
Maximum native ISO 6400 3200
Lowest native ISO 125 100
RAW images
Autofocusing
Manual focusing
AF touch
Continuous AF
AF single
AF tracking
Selective AF
Center weighted AF
AF multi area
AF live view
Face detection AF
Contract detection AF
Phase detection AF
Cross type focus points - -
Lens
Lens mount type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 24-120mm (5.0x) 23-483mm (21.0x)
Maximal aperture f/2.8-4.9 f/2.8-5.9
Macro focusing range 1cm -
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.8
Screen
Range of screen Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen size 3 inch 3 inch
Screen resolution 921 thousand dot 460 thousand dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch display
Screen tech - TFT LCD
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None None
Features
Lowest shutter speed 4 seconds 16 seconds
Highest shutter speed 1/4000 seconds 1/2000 seconds
Continuous shooting speed 7.0fps -
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Exposure compensation - Yes
Change WB
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash distance 5.20 m (at Auto ISO) -
Hot shoe
Auto exposure bracketing
White balance bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment
Average
Spot
Partial
AF area
Center weighted
Video features
Supported video resolutions 1920 x 1080 (60i ,50i, 30p, 25p), 1280 x 720 (30p, 25p), 640 x 480 (30p, 25p) 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15fps)
Maximum video resolution 1920x1080 1920x1080
Video data format MPEG-4, H.264 MPEG-4, H.264
Microphone jack
Headphone jack
Connectivity
Wireless Built-In 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 221 grams (0.49 pounds) 218 grams (0.48 pounds)
Dimensions 110 x 66 x 27mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.1") 111 x 65 x 22mm (4.4" x 2.6" 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 life 370 images -
Battery form Battery Pack -
Battery ID EN-EL12 -
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 secs) Yes
Time lapse recording
Storage media SD/SDHC/SDXC SD/SDHC/SDXC
Storage slots One One
Launch cost $398 $300