Nikon P100 vs Samsung WB210
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Nikon P100 vs Samsung WB210 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 26-678mm (F2.8-5.0) lens
- 481g - 114 x 83 x 99mm
- Introduced July 2010
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 1600 (Boost to 3200)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-288mm (F2.9-5.9) lens
- 174g - 101 x 59 x 22mm
- Introduced July 2011

Nikon P100 vs Samsung WB210 Overview
Below is a comprehensive comparison of the Nikon P100 and Samsung WB210, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by manufacturers Nikon and Samsung. There exists a sizable gap among the image resolutions of the P100 (10MP) and WB210 (14MP) but both cameras posses the same sensor size (1/2.3").

The P100 was launched 12 months earlier than the WB210 which means that they are both of a similar age. The two cameras have different body design with the Nikon P100 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Samsung WB210 being a Compact camera.
Before diving straight to a in depth comparison, here is a concise summary of how the P100 matches up against the WB210 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Nikon P100 vs Samsung WB210 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix P100 & Samsung WB210. The complete galleries are provided at Nikon P100 Gallery & Samsung WB210 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon P100 over the Samsung WB210
P100 | WB210 | |||
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Screen type | Tilting | ![]() | Fixed | Tilting screen |
Screen resolution | 460k | ![]() | 1k | Crisper screen (+459k dot) |
Reasons to pick Samsung WB210 over the Nikon P100
WB210 | P100 | |||
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Introduced | July 2011 | ![]() | July 2010 | More recent by 12 months |
Screen dimensions | 3.5" | ![]() | 3" | Bigger screen (+0.5") |
Touch screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Nikon P100 and Samsung WB210
P100 | WB210 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | More precise focusing | ||
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither offers selfie screen |
Nikon P100 vs Samsung WB210 Physical Comparison
If you are going to lug around your camera regularly, you'll have to consider its weight and measurements. The Nikon P100 offers exterior dimensions of 114mm x 83mm x 99mm (4.5" x 3.3" x 3.9") along with a weight of 481 grams (1.06 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).
Compare the Nikon P100 and Samsung WB210 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are working with at that time. Underneath is a front view measurement comparison of the P100 compared to the WB210.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the P100 and WB210 is 68 and 94 respectively.

Nikon P100 vs Samsung WB210 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it is tough to visualize the difference in sensor measurements only by going through technical specs. The visual here may provide you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the P100 and WB210.
As you can tell, each of the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit different megapixels. You can expect the Samsung WB210 to show more detail utilizing its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will allow you to crop shots more aggressively. The older P100 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.

Nikon P100 vs Samsung WB210 Screen and ViewFinder


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Nikon P100 vs Samsung WB210 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix P100 | Samsung WB210 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Nikon | Samsung |
Model type | Nikon Coolpix P100 | Samsung WB210 |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Introduced | 2010-07-06 | 2011-07-19 |
Physical type | SLR-like (bridge) | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | Expeed C2 | - |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
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 | 10 megapixels | 14 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 4320 x 3240 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 1600 |
Max enhanced ISO | - | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 26-678mm (26.1x) | 24-288mm (12.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/2.8-5.0 | f/2.9-5.9 |
Macro focusing range | 1cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Tilting | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3" | 3.5" |
Resolution of display | 460k dots | 1k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 4 seconds | 8 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shutter rate | 10.0 frames per second | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 3.50 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, Slow Syncro | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (60, 30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 481g (1.06 lb) | 174g (0.38 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 114 x 83 x 99mm (4.5" x 3.3" x 3.9") | 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 ID | EN-EL5 | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 to 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Double) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC, Internal | microSC/SDHC, Internal |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Retail pricing | $400 | $279 |