Nikon S30 vs Samsung WB800F
90 Imaging
32 Features
18 Overall
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92 Imaging
39 Features
51 Overall
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Nikon S30 vs Samsung WB800F Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 1600
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 1280 x 720 video
- 29-87mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 214g - 102 x 65 x 40mm
- Introduced February 2012
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 23-483mm (F2.8-5.9) lens
- 218g - 111 x 65 x 22mm
- Launched January 2013

Nikon S30 vs Samsung WB800F Overview
Its time to examine more in depth at the Nikon S30 vs Samsung WB800F, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by competitors Nikon and Samsung. There is a big difference among the resolutions of the S30 (10MP) and WB800F (16MP) and the S30 (1/3") and WB800F (1/2.3") feature totally different sensor size.

The S30 was manufactured 11 months prior to the WB800F and they are both of a similar generation. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before we go in to a in-depth comparison, below is a quick summary of how the S30 matches up versus the WB800F with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Nikon S30 vs Samsung WB800F Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix S30 and Samsung WB800F. The entire galleries are viewable at Nikon S30 Gallery and Samsung WB800F Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S30 over the Samsung WB800F
S30 | WB800F |
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Reasons to pick Samsung WB800F over the Nikon S30
WB800F | S30 | |||
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Launched | January 2013 | ![]() | February 2012 | More recent by 11 months |
Manually focus | ![]() | More exact focusing | ||
Display sizing | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Display resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Sharper display (+230k dot) |
Touch display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Nikon S30 and Samsung WB800F
S30 | WB800F | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither features selfie screen |
Nikon S30 vs Samsung WB800F Physical Comparison
For anybody who is aiming to lug around your camera, you're going to have to factor in its weight and volume. The Nikon S30 enjoys external measurements of 102mm x 65mm x 40mm (4.0" x 2.6" x 1.6") and a weight of 214 grams (0.47 lbs) while the Samsung WB800F has sizing of 111mm x 65mm x 22mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 0.9") having a weight of 218 grams (0.48 lbs).
Look at the Nikon S30 vs Samsung WB800F in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are employing at that moment. Underneath is the front view measurements comparison of the S30 vs the WB800F.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the S30 and WB800F is 90 and 92 respectively.

Nikon S30 vs Samsung WB800F Sensor Comparison
Often, it's difficult to see the contrast in sensor measurements purely by going through specifications. The photograph underneath should give you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the S30 and WB800F.
Plainly, each of these cameras offer different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The S30 due to its smaller sensor will make achieving shallow DOF more difficult and the Samsung WB800F will provide greater detail due to its extra 6 Megapixels. Greater resolution will allow you to crop photos a little more aggressively. The older S30 will be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.

Nikon S30 vs Samsung WB800F Screen and ViewFinder


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Nikon S30 vs Samsung WB800F Specifications
Nikon Coolpix S30 | Samsung WB800F | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Nikon | Samsung |
Model type | Nikon Coolpix S30 | Samsung WB800F |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Introduced | 2012-02-01 | 2013-01-07 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 4.8 x 3.6mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 17.3mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10MP | 16MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | - |
Peak resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 4608 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 29-87mm (3.0x) | 23-483mm (21.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.3-5.9 | f/2.8-5.9 |
Macro focusing distance | 5cm | - |
Focal length multiplier | 7.5 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 2.7" | 3" |
Display resolution | 230k dot | 460k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Display tech | TFT-LCD | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 30 secs | 16 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/8000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | 1.5fps | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow-sync | - |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720p (30 fps), 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) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | MPEG-4 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
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 seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 214g (0.47 lb) | 218g (0.48 lb) |
Dimensions | 102 x 65 x 40mm (4.0" x 2.6" x 1.6") | 111 x 65 x 22mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 | 240 images | - |
Battery format | AA | - |
Battery ID | 2 x AA | - |
Self timer | Yes | Yes |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Cost at release | $119 | $300 |