Nikon S3300 vs Samsung WB30F
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96 Imaging
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Nikon S3300 vs Samsung WB30F Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-156mm (F3.5-6.5) lens
- 128g - 95 x 58 x 19mm
- Introduced February 2012
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-240mm (F3.1-6.3) lens
- 128g - 98 x 58 x 17mm
- Released January 2013

Nikon S3300 vs Samsung WB30F Overview
Below is a extended assessment of the Nikon S3300 versus Samsung WB30F, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by rivals Nikon and Samsung. The image resolution of the S3300 (16MP) and the WB30F (16MP) is relatively comparable and both cameras boast the same sensor size (1/2.3").

The S3300 was introduced 11 months earlier than the WB30F and they are both of a similar generation. Each of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before we go straight to a complete comparison, here is a brief summation of how the S3300 matches up vs the WB30F in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Nikon S3300 vs Samsung WB30F Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix S3300 and Samsung WB30F. The whole galleries are viewable at Nikon S3300 Gallery and Samsung WB30F Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S3300 over the Samsung WB30F
S3300 | WB30F | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Dial exact focus |
Reasons to pick Samsung WB30F over the Nikon S3300
WB30F | S3300 | |||
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Released | January 2013 | ![]() | February 2012 | More recent by 11 months |
Screen dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Common features in the Nikon S3300 and Samsung WB30F
S3300 | WB30F | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | The same screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither offers selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Lacking Touch screen |
Nikon S3300 vs Samsung WB30F Physical Comparison
When you are planning to lug around your camera regularly, you need to consider its weight and size. The Nikon S3300 offers outside dimensions of 95mm x 58mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.7") and a weight of 128 grams (0.28 lbs) while the Samsung WB30F has specifications of 98mm x 58mm x 17mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.7") having a weight of 128 grams (0.28 lbs).
Take a look at the Nikon S3300 versus Samsung WB30F in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are working with at that moment. Below is a front view over all size comparison of the S3300 compared to the WB30F.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the S3300 and WB30F is 96 and 96 respectively.

Nikon S3300 vs Samsung WB30F Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it can be tough to visualise the contrast in sensor measurements purely by checking out specifications. The visual underneath might give you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the S3300 and WB30F.
Plainly, each of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the same megapixels and you should expect comparable quality of photographs but you may want to consider the release date of the cameras into account. The older S3300 will be behind with regard to sensor technology.

Nikon S3300 vs Samsung WB30F Screen and ViewFinder


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Nikon S3300 vs Samsung WB30F Specifications
Nikon Coolpix S3300 | Samsung WB30F | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Nikon | Samsung |
Model type | Nikon Coolpix S3300 | Samsung WB30F |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Introduced | 2012-02-01 | 2013-01-07 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | - |
Highest resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 26-156mm (6.0x) | 24-240mm (10.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.5-6.5 | f/3.1-6.3 |
Macro focusing range | 1cm | - |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 2.7 inches | 3 inches |
Screen resolution | 230 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Screen tech | TFT-LCD with Anti-reflection coating | QVGA TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 4 secs | 8 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow-sync | - |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720p (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30fps) | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video format | MPEG-4 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
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 | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 128 grams (0.28 lb) | 128 grams (0.28 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 95 x 58 x 19mm (3.7" x 2.3" 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 | 180 photographs | - |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | EN-EL19 | - |
Self timer | Yes | Yes |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch price | $99 | $180 |