Nikon S100 vs Samsung WB210
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Nikon S100 vs Samsung WB210 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 125 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-140mm (F3.9-4.8) lens
- 175g - 99 x 65 x 18mm
- Revealed August 2011
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 1600 (Expand to 3200)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-288mm (F2.9-5.9) lens
- 174g - 101 x 59 x 22mm
- Released July 2011

Nikon S100 vs Samsung WB210 Overview
Its time to take a more detailed look at the Nikon S100 vs Samsung WB210, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals Nikon and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the S100 (16MP) and the WB210 (14MP) is pretty close and they use the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

The S100 was released 2 months later than the WB210 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before going in to a in depth comparison, below is a concise summation of how the S100 matches up against the WB210 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Nikon S100 vs Samsung WB210 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix S100 and Samsung WB210. The complete galleries are viewable at Nikon S100 Gallery and Samsung WB210 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S100 over the Samsung WB210
S100 | WB210 | |||
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Screen resolution | 820k | ![]() | 1k | Crisper screen (+819k dot) |
Reasons to pick Samsung WB210 over the Nikon S100
WB210 | S100 |
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Common features in the Nikon S100 and Samsung WB210
S100 | WB210 | |||
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Released | August 2011 | ![]() | July 2011 | Same generation |
Focus manually | ![]() | Very accurate focusing | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen sizing | 3.5" | ![]() | 3.5" | Equivalent screen measurements |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither includes selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Nikon S100 vs Samsung WB210 Physical Comparison
When you are looking to lug around your camera often, you need to think about its weight and volume. The Nikon S100 features physical dimensions of 99mm x 65mm x 18mm (3.9" x 2.6" x 0.7") along with a weight of 175 grams (0.39 lbs) while the Samsung WB210 has sizing of 101mm x 59mm x 22mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.9") with a weight of 174 grams (0.38 lbs).
Check out the Nikon S100 vs Samsung WB210 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are utilising during that time. Below is the front view size comparison of the S100 against the WB210.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the S100 and WB210 is 94 and 94 respectively.

Nikon S100 vs Samsung WB210 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it's tough to visualise the difference in sensor measurements simply by viewing technical specs. The photograph here will help offer you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the S100 and WB210.
As you have seen, each of the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same megapixels. You should expect the Nikon S100 to provide you with extra detail as a result of its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also help you crop photographs far more aggressively.

Nikon S100 vs Samsung WB210 Screen and ViewFinder


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Nikon S100 vs Samsung WB210 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix S100 | Samsung WB210 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Nikon | Samsung |
Model | Nikon Coolpix S100 | Samsung WB210 |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Revealed | 2011-08-24 | 2011-07-19 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | Expeed C2 | - |
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 14 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4320 x 3240 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 1600 |
Max boosted ISO | - | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 125 | 80 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 24-288mm (12.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.9-4.8 | f/2.9-5.9 |
Macro focus range | 1cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3.5 inch | 3.5 inch |
Display resolution | 820k dot | 1k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Display technology | Organic LED monitor | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 4 secs | 8 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | 6.0 frames per sec | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | - | 3.50 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080, 1280 x 720p (30fps), 640 x 480 (30fps) | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (60, 30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video format | MPEG-4, Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 175 grams (0.39 lb) | 174 grams (0.38 lb) |
Dimensions | 99 x 65 x 18mm (3.9" x 2.6" x 0.7") | 101 x 59 x 22mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.9") |
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 | 150 photographs | - |
Battery form | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | EN-EL12 | - |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Double) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | microSC/SDHC, Internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Price at launch | $240 | $279 |