Nikon S33 vs Samsung WB210
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Nikon S33 vs Samsung WB210 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 13MP - 1/3.1" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600
- Digital Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 30-90mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 221g - 110 x 66 x 27mm
- Introduced February 2015
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 1600 (Push to 3200)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-288mm (F2.9-5.9) lens
- 174g - 101 x 59 x 22mm
- Revealed July 2011

Nikon S33 vs Samsung WB210 Overview
Lets look a bit more closely at the Nikon S33 versus Samsung WB210, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by competitors Nikon and Samsung. The resolution of the S33 (13MP) and the WB210 (14MP) is relatively similar but the S33 (1/3.1") and WB210 (1/2.3") provide different sensor measurements.

The S33 was brought out 3 years after the WB210 which is quite a large gap as far as tech is concerned. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before delving right into a complete comparison, here is a quick highlight of how the S33 matches up against the WB210 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Nikon S33 vs Samsung WB210 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix S33 and Samsung WB210. The entire galleries are provided at Nikon S33 Gallery and Samsung WB210 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S33 over the Samsung WB210
S33 | WB210 | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
Revealed | February 2015 | ![]() | July 2011 | More modern by 44 months |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 1k | Sharper screen (+229k dot) |
Reasons to pick Samsung WB210 over the Nikon S33
WB210 | S33 | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
Manually focus | ![]() | Dial accurate focusing | ||
Screen size | 3.5" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.8") |
Touch screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Nikon S33 and Samsung WB210
S33 | WB210 | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither includes selfie screen |
Nikon S33 vs Samsung WB210 Physical Comparison
If you're aiming to carry around your camera regularly, you should consider its weight and proportions. The Nikon S33 features physical measurements of 110mm x 66mm x 27mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.1") having a weight of 221 grams (0.49 lbs) whilst the Samsung WB210 has measurements of 101mm x 59mm x 22mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.9") and a weight of 174 grams (0.38 lbs).
Look at the Nikon S33 versus Samsung WB210 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you have attached at the time. Underneath is a front view sizing comparison of the S33 compared to the WB210.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the S33 and WB210 is 91 and 94 respectively.

Nikon S33 vs Samsung WB210 Sensor Comparison
Often, it can be hard to imagine the gap between sensor sizes only by reading technical specs. The image underneath should offer you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the S33 and WB210.
As you have seen, each of the cameras feature different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The S33 because of its tinier sensor is going to make shooting bokeh tougher and the Samsung WB210 will offer you more detail having its extra 1MP. Higher resolution will enable you to crop photographs way more aggressively. The fresher S33 should have an edge with regard to sensor technology.

Nikon S33 vs Samsung WB210 Screen and ViewFinder


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Nikon S33 vs Samsung WB210 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix S33 | Samsung WB210 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Nikon | Samsung |
Model | Nikon Coolpix S33 | Samsung WB210 |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Introduced | 2015-02-10 | 2011-07-19 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/3.1" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 4.7 x 3.5mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 16.5mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 13 megapixels | 14 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4160 x 3120 | 4320 x 3240 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 1600 |
Highest enhanced ISO | - | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 30-90mm (3.0x) | 24-288mm (12.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.3-5.9 | f/2.9-5.9 |
Macro focus range | 5cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 7.7 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 2.7 inch | 3.5 inch |
Screen resolution | 230k dots | 1k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 4 secs | 8 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shutter rate | 4.7fps | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 3.10 m (at Auto ISO) | 3.50 m |
Flash modes | - | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30p, 25p), 640 x 480 (30p, 25p), 320 x 240 (30p, 25p) | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (60, 30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 221g (0.49 lb) | 174g (0.38 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 110 x 66 x 27mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.1") | 101 x 59 x 22mm (4.0" x 2.3" 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 | 220 shots | - |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | EN-EL19 | - |
Self timer | Yes (10 sec, smile timer) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Double) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | microSC/SDHC, Internal |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Cost at release | $150 | $279 |