Nikon S100 vs Samsung WB250F
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Nikon S100 vs Samsung WB250F Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 125 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-140mm (F3.9-4.8) lens
- 175g - 99 x 65 x 18mm
- Introduced August 2011
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-432mm (F3.2-5.8) lens
- 226g - 106 x 62 x 22mm
- Launched January 2013

Nikon S100 vs Samsung WB250F Overview
Let's take a more detailed look at the Nikon S100 and Samsung WB250F, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by competitors Nikon and Samsung. The resolution of the S100 (16MP) and the WB250F (14MP) is very similar and they possess the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

The S100 was revealed 16 months earlier than the WB250F making the cameras a generation away from each other. Both of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before diving in to a in depth comparison, below is a short synopsis of how the S100 grades against the WB250F with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Nikon S100 vs Samsung WB250F Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix S100 and Samsung WB250F. The full galleries are viewable at Nikon S100 Gallery and Samsung WB250F Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S100 over the Samsung WB250F
S100 | WB250F | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Dial exact focus | ||
Display dimension | 3.5" | ![]() | 3" | Larger display (+0.5") |
Display resolution | 820k | ![]() | 460k | Crisper display (+360k dot) |
Reasons to pick Samsung WB250F over the Nikon S100
WB250F | S100 | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
Launched | January 2013 | ![]() | August 2011 | Newer by 16 months |
Common features in the Nikon S100 and Samsung WB250F
S100 | WB250F | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither comes with selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Nikon S100 vs Samsung WB250F Physical Comparison
For anyone who is planning to travel with your camera, you'll have to consider its weight and proportions. The Nikon S100 comes with external measurements of 99mm x 65mm x 18mm (3.9" x 2.6" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 175 grams (0.39 lbs) and the Samsung WB250F has measurements of 106mm x 62mm x 22mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 0.9") with a weight of 226 grams (0.50 lbs).
Compare the Nikon S100 and Samsung WB250F in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you have at that time. Below is the front view dimension comparison of the S100 and the WB250F.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the S100 and WB250F is 94 and 93 respectively.

Nikon S100 vs Samsung WB250F Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it is very difficult to see the contrast between sensor dimensions only by reading specifications. The pic below might offer you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the S100 and WB250F.
Plainly, both the cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements but not the same resolution. You should expect to see the Nikon S100 to offer you more detail because of its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop photos somewhat more aggressively. The more aged S100 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor tech.

Nikon S100 vs Samsung WB250F Screen and ViewFinder


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Nikon S100 vs Samsung WB250F Specifications
Nikon Coolpix S100 | Samsung WB250F | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Nikon | Samsung |
Model | Nikon Coolpix S100 | Samsung WB250F |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Introduced | 2011-08-24 | 2013-01-07 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | Expeed C2 | - |
Sensor type | CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
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 | 16 megapixel | 14 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Highest Possible resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4320 x 3240 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 125 | 100 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 24-432mm (18.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.9-4.8 | f/3.2-5.8 |
Macro focus range | 1cm | - |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3.5" | 3" |
Screen resolution | 820k dots | 460k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Screen tech | Organic LED monitor | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 4s | 16s |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shutter rate | 6.0fps | 8.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye | - |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080, 1280 x 720p (30fps), 640 x 480 (30fps) | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 175 grams (0.39 pounds) | 226 grams (0.50 pounds) |
Dimensions | 99 x 65 x 18mm (3.9" x 2.6" x 0.7") | 106 x 62 x 22mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 pictures | - |
Battery style | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | EN-EL12 | - |
Self timer | Yes | Yes |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | One | One |
Pricing at release | $240 | $250 |