Nikon S31 vs Samsung WB800F

Following is a detailed analysis of the Nikon S31 vs Samsung WB800F, one is a Waterproof and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by manufacturers Nikon and Samsung. There exists a big gap among the resolutions of the S31 (10MP) and WB800F (16MP) and the S31 (1/2.9") and WB800F (1/2.3") use different sensor sizing.

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The S31 was unveiled 6 months after the WB800F and they are of a similar generation. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving through a complete comparison, below is a short overview of how the S31 scores against the WB800F with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix S31 and Samsung WB800F. The full galleries are viewable at Nikon S31 Gallery and Samsung WB800F Gallery.

If you're going to carry around your camera frequently, you'll need to consider its weight and measurements. The Nikon S31 has external dimensions of 105mm x 65mm x 42mm (4.1" x 2.6" x 1.7") and a weight of 185 grams (0.41 lbs) and the Samsung WB800F has proportions of 111mm x 65mm x 22mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 218 grams (0.48 lbs).

Look at the Nikon S31 vs Samsung WB800F in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you choose during that time. The following is the front view size comparison of the S31 vs the WB800F.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the S31 and WB800F is 90 and 92 respectively.

Normally, it is very hard to visualize the difference in sensor sizes simply by seeing specifications. The image underneath will give you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the S31 and WB800F.

Plainly, both cameras enjoy different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The S31 using its smaller sensor is going to make achieving shallower DOF trickier and the Samsung WB800F will provide extra detail having an extra 6MP. Higher resolution can also help you crop photographs far more aggressively.