Nikon P310 vs Samsung WB50F
92 Imaging
39 Features
53 Overall
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92 Imaging
40 Features
36 Overall
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Nikon P310 vs Samsung WB50F Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-100mm (F1.8-4.9) lens
- 194g - 103 x 58 x 32mm
- Introduced June 2012
- Succeeded the Nikon P300
- Replacement is Nikon P330
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-288mm (F3.1-6.3) lens
- 207g - 101 x 68 x 27mm
- Released January 2014

Nikon P310 vs Samsung WB50F Overview
Following is a in depth review of the Nikon P310 versus Samsung WB50F, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by manufacturers Nikon and Samsung. The resolution of the P310 (16MP) and the WB50F (16MP) is relatively comparable and they use the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The P310 was manufactured 18 months before the WB50F which makes the cameras a generation away from each other. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before delving in to a comprehensive comparison, below is a quick view of how the P310 scores against the WB50F when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Nikon P310 vs Samsung WB50F Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix P310 & Samsung WB50F. The entire galleries are available at Nikon P310 Gallery & Samsung WB50F Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon P310 over the Samsung WB50F
P310 | WB50F | |||
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Screen resolution | 921k | ![]() | 460k | Sharper screen (+461k dot) |
Reasons to pick Samsung WB50F over the Nikon P310
WB50F | P310 | |||
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Released | January 2014 | ![]() | June 2012 | More modern by 18 months |
Common features in the Nikon P310 and Samsung WB50F
P310 | WB50F | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Very accurate focusing | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen sizing | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equivalent screen measurement |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither comes with selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Neither comes with Touch screen |
Nikon P310 vs Samsung WB50F Physical Comparison
When you are intending to carry around your camera often, you'll have to factor its weight and proportions. The Nikon P310 comes with physical dimensions of 103mm x 58mm x 32mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") and a weight of 194 grams (0.43 lbs) while the Samsung WB50F has measurements of 101mm x 68mm x 27mm (4.0" x 2.7" x 1.1") along with a weight of 207 grams (0.46 lbs).
Look at the Nikon P310 versus Samsung WB50F in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are using at that moment. Underneath is the front view dimension comparison of the P310 compared to the WB50F.

Using size and weight, the portability score of the P310 and WB50F is 92 and 92 respectively.

Nikon P310 vs Samsung WB50F Sensor Comparison
Often, it is tough to see the difference in sensor sizes just by seeing technical specs. The image underneath may provide you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the P310 and WB50F.
As you can tell, the two cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the same exact megapixels therefore you can expect comparable quality of photographs however you have to factor the age of the cameras into account. The more aged P310 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.

Nikon P310 vs Samsung WB50F Screen and ViewFinder


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Nikon P310 vs Samsung WB50F Specifications
Nikon Coolpix P310 | Samsung WB50F | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Nikon | Samsung |
Model | Nikon Coolpix P310 | Samsung WB50F |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Introduced | 2012-06-22 | 2014-01-07 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
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 surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16MP | 16MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Number of focus points | 99 | - |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 24-100mm (4.2x) | 24-288mm (12.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/1.8-4.9 | f/3.1-6.3 |
Macro focus distance | 2cm | - |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3" | 3" |
Resolution of display | 921 thousand dot | 460 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Display tech | TFT-LCD with Anti-reflection coating | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 30 secs | - |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/8000 secs | - |
Continuous shooting speed | 6.0 frames/s | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow-sync | - |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30fps), 1280 x 720p (30 fps), 640 x 480 (120, 30fps) | 1280 x 720 |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | - |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | none |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 194g (0.43 lbs) | 207g (0.46 lbs) |
Dimensions | 103 x 58 x 32mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") | 101 x 68 x 27mm (4.0" x 2.7" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 | 230 pictures | - |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | EN-EL12 | BP70A |
Self timer | Yes | - |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | MicroSD, MicroSDHC, MicroSDXC |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Pricing at launch | $700 | $180 |