Nikon P100 vs Samsung HZ50W

Let's examine more in depth at the Nikon P100 and Samsung HZ50W, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by competitors Nikon and Samsung. There is a sizable difference among the resolutions of the P100 (10MP) and HZ50W (14MP) but they enjoy the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The P100 was launched 3 months after the HZ50W and they are of a similar age. Both of these cameras come with the identical body type (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before we go straight into a more detailed comparison, below is a brief summary of how the P100 matches up versus the HZ50W in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix P100 & Samsung HZ50W. The complete galleries are viewable at Nikon P100 Gallery & Samsung HZ50W Gallery.

For those who are intending to carry around your camera regularly, you'll need to think about its weight and volume. The Nikon P100 comes with outer dimensions of 114mm x 83mm x 99mm (4.5" x 3.3" x 3.9") with a weight of 481 grams (1.06 lbs) while the Samsung HZ50W has sizing of 116mm x 83mm x 91mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 3.6") with a weight of 426 grams (0.94 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you have at the time. Underneath is the front view physical size comparison of the P100 against the HZ50W.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the P100 and HZ50W is 68 and 70 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is tough to envision the contrast in sensor sizes simply by researching a spec sheet. The image below will help give you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the P100 and HZ50W.

Clearly, both of those cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements but not the same megapixels. You can anticipate the Samsung HZ50W to provide you with extra detail utilizing its extra 4MP. Greater resolution can also help you crop images somewhat more aggressively.