Nikon B500 vs Samsung WB350F
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Nikon B500 vs Samsung WB350F 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
- Announced February 2016
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 23-483mm (F2.8-5.9) lens
- 276g - 114 x 65 x 25mm
- Released January 2014
Nikon B500 vs Samsung WB350F Overview
Here is a in depth analysis of the Nikon B500 versus Samsung WB350F, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by brands Nikon and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the B500 (16MP) and the WB350F (16MP) is relatively similar and both cameras boast the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").
Pentax 17 Pre-Orders Outperform Expectations by a LandslideThe B500 was revealed 2 years later than the WB350F and that is quite a serious difference as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras feature different body design with the Nikon B500 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Samsung WB350F being a Compact camera.
Before getting straight to a complete comparison, here is a simple overview of how the B500 matches up versus the WB350F in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Nikon B500 vs Samsung WB350F Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix B500 & Samsung WB350F. The full galleries are viewable at Nikon B500 Gallery & Samsung WB350F Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon B500 over the Samsung WB350F
B500 | WB350F | |||
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Released | February 2016 | January 2014 | Fresher by 26 months | |
Screen type | Tilting | Fixed | Tilting screen | |
Screen resolution | 921k | 460k | Sharper screen (+461k dot) |
Reasons to pick Samsung WB350F over the Nikon B500
WB350F | B500 | |||
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Manual focus | More exact focus | |||
Touch screen | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Nikon B500 and Samsung WB350F
B500 | WB350F | |||
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Screen size | 3" | 3" | Same screen measurements | |
Selfie screen | Lacking selfie screen |
Nikon B500 vs Samsung WB350F Physical Comparison
For anybody who is looking to carry your camera regularly, you'll need to consider its weight and proportions. The Nikon B500 has got physical measurements of 114mm x 78mm x 95mm (4.5" x 3.1" x 3.7") and a weight of 541 grams (1.19 lbs) and the Samsung WB350F has measurements of 114mm x 65mm x 25mm (4.5" x 2.6" x 1.0") and a weight of 276 grams (0.61 lbs).
Take a look at the Nikon B500 versus Samsung WB350F in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are working with at that time. Here is a front view measurements comparison of the B500 vs the WB350F.
Considering size and weight, the portability score of the B500 and WB350F is 68 and 90 respectively.
Nikon B500 vs Samsung WB350F Sensor Comparison
Often, it is very hard to see the gap between sensor sizing purely by reviewing technical specs. The visual below might provide you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the B500 and WB350F.
As you have seen, the two cameras come with the identical sensor size and the exact same resolution so you can expect similar quality of pictures although you will want to consider the age of the products into consideration. The fresher B500 will have an edge when it comes to sensor technology.
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Nikon B500 vs Samsung WB350F Specifications
Nikon Coolpix B500 | Samsung WB350F | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Nikon | Samsung |
Model | Nikon Coolpix B500 | Samsung WB350F |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Announced | 2016-02-23 | 2014-01-07 |
Body design | SLR-like (bridge) | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 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 | 4:3 |
Peak resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
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 | 23-900mm (39.1x) | 23-483mm (21.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.0-6.5 | f/2.8-5.9 |
Macro focus distance | 1cm | - |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Tilting | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of screen | 921k dot | 460k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 1 seconds | 16 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | 7.4 frames per sec | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 6.90 m (at Auto ISO) | - |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60i, 50i, 30p, 25p), 1280 x 720 (60p, 50p, 30p, 25p), 640 x 480 (30p, 25p) | 1920 x 1080 |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | 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 | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 541 gr (1.19 lbs) | 276 gr (0.61 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 114 x 78 x 95mm (4.5" x 3.1" x 3.7") | 114 x 65 x 25mm (4.5" x 2.6" x 1.0") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 life | 600 pictures | - |
Type of battery | AA | - |
Battery model | 4 x AA | SLB-10A |
Self timer | Yes (2, 5, 10 secs) | - |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | MicroSD, MicroSDHC, MicroSDXC |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Pricing at release | $300 | $260 |