Nikon P7100 vs Samsung WB30F

In this article, we are looking at the Nikon P7100 and Samsung WB30F, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by companies Nikon and Samsung. There is a considerable difference among the image resolutions of the P7100 (10MP) and WB30F (16MP) and the P7100 (1/1.7") and WB30F (1/2.3") use different sensor measurements.

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The P7100 was revealed 10 months before the WB30F which means that they are both of a similar age. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting straight into a complete comparison, below is a quick summation of how the P7100 grades vs the WB30F when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix P7100 & Samsung WB30F. The full galleries are available at Nikon P7100 Gallery & Samsung WB30F Gallery.

When you are aiming to carry your camera frequently, you are going to need to think about its weight and size. The Nikon P7100 has physical measurements of 116mm x 77mm x 48mm (4.6" x 3.0" x 1.9") accompanied by a weight of 395 grams (0.87 lbs) while the Samsung WB30F has specifications of 98mm x 58mm x 17mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.7") having a weight of 128 grams (0.28 lbs).

Take a look at the Nikon P7100 and Samsung WB30F in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are using at the time. Underneath is the front view dimensions comparison of the P7100 against the WB30F.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the P7100 and WB30F is 82 and 96 respectively.

Generally, its tough to picture the contrast in sensor sizing just by going through a spec sheet. The graphic below may give you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the P7100 and WB30F.

Clearly, each of the cameras enjoy different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The P7100 having a larger sensor is going to make shooting shallower depth of field less difficult and the Samsung WB30F will produce greater detail because of its extra 6MP. Greater resolution will also make it easier to crop images far more aggressively. The older P7100 will be behind when it comes to sensor technology.