Nikon B500 vs Samsung WB210
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Nikon B500 vs Samsung WB210 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 23-900mm (F3.0-6.5) lens
- 541g - 114 x 78 x 95mm
- Revealed February 2016
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 1600 (Raise to 3200)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-288mm (F2.9-5.9) lens
- 174g - 101 x 59 x 22mm
- Launched July 2011
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Following is a thorough assessment of the Nikon B500 and Samsung WB210, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by manufacturers Nikon and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the B500 (16MP) and the WB210 (14MP) is relatively similar and both cameras boast the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").
Photography GlossaryThe B500 was introduced 4 years after the WB210 which is quite a large gap as far as tech is concerned. The two cameras feature different body design with the Nikon B500 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Samsung WB210 being a Compact camera.
Before getting into a in-depth comparison, here is a short introduction of how the B500 grades versus the WB210 for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
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This is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix B500 and Samsung WB210. The whole galleries are available at Nikon B500 Gallery and Samsung WB210 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon B500 over the Samsung WB210
| B500 | WB210 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Launched | February 2016 |  | July 2011 | More modern by 56 months |
| Screen type | Tilting |  | Fixed | Tilting screen |
| Screen resolution | 921k |  | 1k | Crisper screen (+920k dot) |
Reasons to pick Samsung WB210 over the Nikon B500
| WB210 | B500 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manual focus |  | Very accurate focus | ||
| Screen size | 3.5" |  | 3" | Bigger screen (+0.5") |
| Touch friendly screen |  | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Nikon B500 and Samsung WB210
| B500 | WB210 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Selfie screen |  | Lacking selfie screen |
Nikon B500 vs Samsung WB210 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is going to carry around your camera, you are going to need to factor its weight and measurements. The Nikon B500 provides exterior measurements of 114mm x 78mm x 95mm (4.5" x 3.1" x 3.7") with a weight of 541 grams (1.19 lbs) whilst the Samsung WB210 has proportions of 101mm x 59mm x 22mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.9") having a weight of 174 grams (0.38 lbs).
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Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you choose at the time. The following is a front view measurements comparison of the B500 versus the WB210.
Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the B500 and WB210 is 68 and 94 respectively.
Nikon B500 vs Samsung WB210 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it's tough to see the difference between sensor sizes simply by reading a spec sheet. The image here may provide you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the B500 and WB210.
Clearly, the two cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit not the same megapixels. You should count on the Nikon B500 to deliver greater detail using its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop shots way more aggressively. The younger B500 is going to have an edge in sensor tech.
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Nikon B500 vs Samsung WB210 Specifications
| Nikon Coolpix B500 | Samsung WB210 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Brand | Nikon | Samsung |
| Model type | Nikon Coolpix B500 | Samsung WB210 |
| Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
| Revealed | 2016-02-23 | 2011-07-19 |
| Physical type | SLR-like (bridge) | Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Sensor type | BSI-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 megapixel | 14 megapixel |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 4:3 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
| Highest Possible resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4320 x 3240 |
| Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 1600 |
| Maximum enhanced ISO | - | 3200 |
| Min native ISO | 80 | 80 |
| RAW data | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focusing | ||
| AF touch | ||
| AF continuous | ||
| Single AF | ||
| Tracking AF | ||
| Selective AF | ||
| Center weighted AF | ||
| Multi area AF | ||
| AF live view | ||
| Face detection AF | ||
| Contract detection AF | ||
| Phase detection AF | ||
| Cross type focus points | - | - |
| Lens | ||
| Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens zoom range | 23-900mm (39.1x) | 24-288mm (12.0x) |
| Largest aperture | f/3.0-6.5 | f/2.9-5.9 |
| Macro focusing distance | 1cm | 5cm |
| Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Type of screen | Tilting | Fixed Type |
| Screen size | 3 inches | 3.5 inches |
| Resolution of screen | 921 thousand dots | 1 thousand dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch function | ||
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder type | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Min shutter speed | 1s | 8s |
| Max shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/2000s |
| Continuous shutter rate | 7.4 frames/s | - |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manual mode | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
| Set WB | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Integrated flash | ||
| Flash distance | 6.90 m (at Auto ISO) | 3.50 m |
| Flash modes | - | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync |
| Hot shoe | ||
| AE bracketing | ||
| WB bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment metering | ||
| Average metering | ||
| Spot metering | ||
| Partial metering | ||
| AF area metering | ||
| Center weighted metering | ||
| Video features | ||
| Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60i, 50i, 30p, 25p), 1280 x 720 (60p, 50p, 30p, 25p), 640 x 480 (30p, 25p) | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (60, 30 fps) |
| Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
| Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | Motion JPEG |
| Mic support | ||
| Headphone support | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | Built-In | None |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| GPS | None | None |
| Physical | ||
| Environment sealing | ||
| Water proofing | ||
| Dust proofing | ||
| Shock proofing | ||
| Crush proofing | ||
| Freeze proofing | ||
| Weight | 541 gr (1.19 lb) | 174 gr (0.38 lb) |
| Physical dimensions | 114 x 78 x 95mm (4.5" x 3.1" x 3.7") | 101 x 59 x 22mm (4.0" x 2.3" 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 life | 600 pictures | - |
| Battery style | AA | - |
| Battery ID | 4 x AA | - |
| Self timer | Yes (2, 5, 10 secs) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Double) |
| Time lapse feature | ||
| Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | microSC/SDHC, Internal |
| Card slots | 1 | 1 |
| Cost at release | $300 | $279 |