Nikon S100 vs Samsung WB850F

On this page, we will be contrasting the Nikon S100 versus Samsung WB850F, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by manufacturers Nikon and Samsung. The image resolution of the S100 (16MP) and the WB850F (16MP) is relatively close and both cameras provide the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The S100 was released 4 months prior to the WB850F and they are of a similar generation. Both cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before going right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a quick introduction of how the S100 matches up against the WB850F in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix S100 and Samsung WB850F. The complete galleries are available at Nikon S100 Gallery and Samsung WB850F Gallery.

If you are aiming to carry around your camera regularly, you have to consider its weight and proportions. The Nikon S100 comes with external dimensions of 99mm x 65mm x 18mm (3.9" x 2.6" x 0.7") and a weight of 175 grams (0.39 lbs) and the Samsung WB850F has measurements of 109mm x 62mm x 25mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.0") along with a weight of 250 grams (0.55 lbs).

Check the Nikon S100 versus Samsung WB850F in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are utilizing at the time. The following is a front view measurement comparison of the S100 versus the WB850F.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the S100 and WB850F is 94 and 91 respectively.

More often than not, it can be hard to visualise the difference in sensor sizes purely by viewing specifications. The image underneath should offer you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the S100 and WB850F.

Plainly, both cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the same MP and you should expect comparable quality of pictures though you should always take the production date of the cameras into account.