Nikon P500 vs Samsung WB35F

Here is a detailed analysis of the Nikon P500 and Samsung WB35F, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by rivals Nikon and Samsung. There exists a substantial gap among the image resolutions of the P500 (12MP) and WB35F (16MP) but both cameras posses the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The P500 was introduced 3 years earlier than the WB35F and that is a fairly big difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of these cameras have different body design with the Nikon P500 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Samsung WB35F being a Compact camera.

Before getting right into a in-depth comparison, here is a simple summary of how the P500 matches up vs the WB35F when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix P500 & Samsung WB35F. The whole galleries are available at Nikon P500 Gallery & Samsung WB35F Gallery.

In case you're looking to carry your camera regularly, you will want to consider its weight and size. The Nikon P500 has physical measurements of 116mm x 84mm x 103mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 4.1") along with a weight of 494 grams (1.09 lbs) while the Samsung WB35F has specifications of 101mm x 61mm x 28mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 1.1") along with a weight of 194 grams (0.43 lbs).

Contrast the Nikon P500 and Samsung WB35F in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are utilising at that moment. Below is a front view measurement comparison of the P500 vs the WB35F.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the P500 and WB35F is 67 and 93 respectively.

Quite often, it is very difficult to imagine the difference in sensor sizing simply by looking through technical specs. The photograph underneath might give you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the P500 and WB35F.

As you have seen, the two cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but different megapixels. You can anticipate the Samsung WB35F to result in greater detail using its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will enable you to crop images more aggressively. The older P500 will be disadvantaged in sensor technology.