Nikon S3500 vs Samsung ST150F
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Nikon S3500 vs Samsung ST150F Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-182mm (F3.4-6.4) lens
- 129g - 97 x 58 x 21mm
- Released February 2013
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-125mm (F2.5-6.3) lens
- 114g - 94 x 58 x 18mm
- Launched January 2013
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Its time to take a closer look at the Nikon S3500 versus Samsung ST150F, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by manufacturers Nikon and Samsung. There is a huge difference among the sensor resolutions of the S3500 (20MP) and ST150F (16MP) but both cameras offer the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").
Photobucket discusses licensing 13 billion images with AI firmsThe S3500 was released 2 months after the ST150F and they are of a similar generation. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before getting straight to a detailed comparison, here is a concise synopsis of how the S3500 scores versus the ST150F with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Photography Glossary Nikon S3500 vs Samsung ST150F Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix S3500 and Samsung ST150F. The complete galleries are viewable at Nikon S3500 Gallery and Samsung ST150F Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S3500 over the Samsung ST150F
| S3500 | ST150F |
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Reasons to pick Samsung ST150F over the Nikon S3500
| ST150F | S3500 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Screen dimensions | 3" | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Common features in the Nikon S3500 and Samsung ST150F
| S3500 | ST150F | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Launched | February 2013 | January 2013 | Same generation | |
| Manual focus | No manual focus | |||
| Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
| Screen resolution | 230k | 230k | Identical screen resolution | |
| Selfie screen | Neither features selfie screen | |||
| Touch screen | Neither features Touch screen |
Nikon S3500 vs Samsung ST150F Physical Comparison
For those who are intending to carry around your camera, you should take into account its weight and proportions. The Nikon S3500 enjoys outer dimensions of 97mm x 58mm x 21mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 129 grams (0.28 lbs) whilst the Samsung ST150F has measurements of 94mm x 58mm x 18mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.7") and a weight of 114 grams (0.25 lbs).
Check the Nikon S3500 versus Samsung ST150F in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are using at that moment. Here is a front view size comparison of the S3500 against the ST150F.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the S3500 and ST150F is 95 and 96 respectively.
Nikon S3500 vs Samsung ST150F Sensor Comparison
Often, it is very hard to imagine the gap in sensor sizes merely by viewing specifications. The picture below will offer you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the S3500 and ST150F.
Plainly, each of the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit different MP. You should count on the Nikon S3500 to render greater detail as a result of its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will allow you to crop shots more aggressively.
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Nikon S3500 vs Samsung ST150F Specifications
| Nikon Coolpix S3500 | Samsung ST150F | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Brand Name | Nikon | Samsung |
| Model | Nikon Coolpix S3500 | Samsung ST150F |
| Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
| Released | 2013-02-21 | 2013-01-07 |
| Body design | Compact | Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
| Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
| Sensor measurements | 6.16 x 4.62mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
| Sensor area | 28.5mm² | 28.1mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 20 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
| Anti aliasing filter | ||
| Highest Possible resolution | 5152 x 3864 | 4608 x 3456 |
| Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
| Minimum native ISO | 80 | 100 |
| RAW support | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focus | ||
| Touch focus | ||
| AF continuous | ||
| AF single | ||
| Tracking AF | ||
| Selective AF | ||
| Center weighted AF | ||
| Multi area AF | ||
| AF live view | ||
| Face detect focusing | ||
| Contract detect focusing | ||
| Phase detect focusing | ||
| Cross focus points | - | - |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens focal range | 26-182mm (7.0x) | 25-125mm (5.0x) |
| Largest aperture | f/3.4-6.4 | f/2.5-6.3 |
| Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Display sizing | 2.7" | 3" |
| Display resolution | 230 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch display | ||
| Display tech | TFT-LCD | QVGA TFT LCD |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Min shutter speed | 4 seconds | 1 seconds |
| Max shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manual exposure | ||
| Change WB | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Built-in flash | ||
| Hot shoe | ||
| Auto exposure bracketing | ||
| WB bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment metering | ||
| Average metering | ||
| Spot metering | ||
| Partial metering | ||
| AF area metering | ||
| Center weighted metering | ||
| Video features | ||
| Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15fps) |
| Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
| Video format | - | MPEG-4, H.264 |
| Microphone input | ||
| Headphone input | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | Built-In |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| GPS | None | None |
| Physical | ||
| Environment seal | ||
| Water proof | ||
| Dust proof | ||
| Shock proof | ||
| Crush proof | ||
| Freeze proof | ||
| Weight | 129 gr (0.28 lb) | 114 gr (0.25 lb) |
| Physical dimensions | 97 x 58 x 21mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.8") | 94 x 58 x 18mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.7") |
| 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 | ||
| Self timer | - | Yes |
| Time lapse recording | ||
| Storage media | - | microSD/microSDHC/microSDXC |
| Storage slots | Single | Single |
| Retail price | $85 | $300 |