Nikon S3500 vs Samsung WB150F
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Nikon S3500 vs Samsung WB150F Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-182mm (F3.4-6.4) lens
- 129g - 97 x 58 x 21mm
- Introduced February 2013
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-432mm (F3.2-5.8) lens
- 188g - 107 x 61 x 23mm
- Revealed January 2012

Nikon S3500 vs Samsung WB150F Overview
The following is a thorough overview of the Nikon S3500 vs Samsung WB150F, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands Nikon and Samsung. There is a significant difference between the image resolutions of the S3500 (20MP) and WB150F (14MP) but both cameras posses the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

The S3500 was introduced 14 months after the WB150F which makes them a generation away from each other. Both cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before going right into a more detailed comparison, here is a simple summation of how the S3500 grades vs the WB150F when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Nikon S3500 vs Samsung WB150F Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix S3500 and Samsung WB150F. The whole galleries are viewable at Nikon S3500 Gallery and Samsung WB150F Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S3500 over the Samsung WB150F
S3500 | WB150F | |||
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Revealed | February 2013 | ![]() | January 2012 | Newer by 14 months |
Reasons to pick Samsung WB150F over the Nikon S3500
WB150F | S3500 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Very accurate focus | ||
Screen dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Screen resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer screen (+230k dot) |
Common features in the Nikon S3500 and Samsung WB150F
S3500 | WB150F | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither provides selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Neither provides Touch screen |
Nikon S3500 vs Samsung WB150F Physical Comparison
For anyone who is looking to travel with your camera often, you're going to have to factor in its weight and proportions. The Nikon S3500 provides exterior dimensions of 97mm x 58mm x 21mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.8") having a weight of 129 grams (0.28 lbs) while the Samsung WB150F has measurements of 107mm x 61mm x 23mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 188 grams (0.41 lbs).
Analyze the Nikon S3500 vs Samsung WB150F in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you choose at the time. Below is a front view physical size comparison of the S3500 vs the WB150F.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the S3500 and WB150F is 95 and 93 respectively.

Nikon S3500 vs Samsung WB150F Sensor Comparison
Usually, its tough to visualise the difference between sensor dimensions purely by looking at technical specs. The picture underneath should provide you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the S3500 and WB150F.
As you can tell, both of these cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same megapixels. You should count on the Nikon S3500 to resolve greater detail using its extra 6MP. Higher resolution will also help you crop shots a bit more aggressively. The more recent S3500 is going to have an advantage when it comes to sensor innovation.

Nikon S3500 vs Samsung WB150F Screen and ViewFinder


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Nikon S3500 vs Samsung WB150F Specifications
Nikon Coolpix S3500 | Samsung WB150F | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Nikon | Samsung |
Model type | Nikon Coolpix S3500 | Samsung WB150F |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Introduced | 2013-02-21 | 2012-01-09 |
Physical type | 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 | 20MP | 14MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 5152 x 3864 | 4608 x 3456 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 26-182mm (7.0x) | 24-432mm (18.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.4-6.4 | f/3.2-5.8 |
Macro focusing range | - | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 2.7 inches | 3 inches |
Screen resolution | 230 thousand dots | 460 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Screen tech | TFT-LCD | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 4s | 16s |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shutter rate | - | 10.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 3.50 m |
Flash options | - | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
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) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video format | - | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
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 | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 129 grams (0.28 lb) | 188 grams (0.41 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 97 x 58 x 21mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.8") | 107 x 61 x 23mm (4.2" x 2.4" 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 ID | - | SLB-10A |
Self timer | - | Yes |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | - | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Launch price | $85 | $230 |