Nikon S100 vs Samsung WB30F
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Nikon S100 vs Samsung WB30F 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
- Announced August 2011
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-240mm (F3.1-6.3) lens
- 128g - 98 x 58 x 17mm
- Announced January 2013

Nikon S100 vs Samsung WB30F Overview
Its time to examine more in depth at the Nikon S100 versus Samsung WB30F, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by companies Nikon and Samsung. The image resolution of the S100 (16MP) and the WB30F (16MP) is fairly close and they feature the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

The S100 was launched 16 months earlier than the WB30F making the cameras a generation apart from one another. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before diving straight into a full comparison, below is a quick view of how the S100 grades against the WB30F with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Nikon S100 vs Samsung WB30F Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix S100 & Samsung WB30F. The complete galleries are provided at Nikon S100 Gallery & Samsung WB30F Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S100 over the Samsung WB30F
S100 | WB30F | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Very precise focusing | ||
Display sizing | 3.5" | ![]() | 3" | Larger display (+0.5") |
Display resolution | 820k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer display (+590k dot) |
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Samsung WB30F over the Nikon S100
WB30F | S100 | |||
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Announced | January 2013 | ![]() | August 2011 | Fresher by 16 months |
Common features in the Nikon S100 and Samsung WB30F
S100 | WB30F | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lacking selfie screen |
Nikon S100 vs Samsung WB30F Physical Comparison
For anybody who is looking to carry your camera frequently, you'll have to factor its weight and dimensions. The Nikon S100 has outer measurements of 99mm x 65mm x 18mm (3.9" x 2.6" x 0.7") having a weight of 175 grams (0.39 lbs) while the Samsung WB30F has dimensions of 98mm x 58mm x 17mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.7") along with a weight of 128 grams (0.28 lbs).
Check the Nikon S100 versus Samsung WB30F in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are using during that time. Following is the front view over all size comparison of the S100 and the WB30F.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the S100 and WB30F is 94 and 96 respectively.

Nikon S100 vs Samsung WB30F Sensor Comparison
Normally, its difficult to visualize the difference in sensor sizing just by researching a spec sheet. The visual below might provide you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the S100 and WB30F.
Clearly, both of the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the same resolution so you can expect comparable quality of images though you should always consider the age of the cameras into account. The older S100 will be behind with regard to sensor tech.

Nikon S100 vs Samsung WB30F Screen and ViewFinder


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Nikon S100 vs Samsung WB30F Specifications
Nikon Coolpix S100 | Samsung WB30F | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Nikon | Samsung |
Model type | Nikon Coolpix S100 | Samsung WB30F |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Announced | 2011-08-24 | 2013-01-07 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | Expeed C2 | - |
Sensor type | 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 | 16 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Maximum resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 125 | 80 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 24-240mm (10.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.9-4.8 | f/3.1-6.3 |
Macro focusing distance | 1cm | - |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3.5 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of display | 820 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Display tech | Organic LED monitor | QVGA TFT LCD |
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 rate | 6.0 frames/s | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye | - |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
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 (30, 15fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video file 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 proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 175 grams (0.39 lb) | 128 grams (0.28 lb) |
Dimensions | 99 x 65 x 18mm (3.9" x 2.6" x 0.7") | 98 x 58 x 17mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 150 pictures | - |
Battery style | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | EN-EL12 | - |
Self timer | Yes | Yes |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Retail cost | $240 | $180 |