Nikon S3600 vs Samsung WB150F

The following is a complete comparison of the Nikon S3600 versus Samsung WB150F, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals Nikon and Samsung. There exists a considerable gap between the image resolutions of the S3600 (20MP) and WB150F (14MP) but they come with the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The S3600 was announced 2 years after the WB150F which is quite a large difference as far as technology is concerned. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving in to a more detailed comparison, below is a quick introduction of how the S3600 grades versus the WB150F with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix S3600 & Samsung WB150F. The whole galleries are viewable at Nikon S3600 Gallery & Samsung WB150F Gallery.

When you are aiming to travel with your camera regularly, you are going to need to consider its weight and measurements. The Nikon S3600 enjoys outside dimensions of 97mm x 58mm x 20mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 125 grams (0.28 lbs) whilst the Samsung WB150F has proportions of 107mm x 61mm x 23mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 0.9") with a weight of 188 grams (0.41 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you have at that moment. Here is the front view size comparison of the S3600 and the WB150F.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the S3600 and WB150F is 96 and 93 respectively.

Sometimes, it can be difficult to visualize the gap between sensor dimensions merely by reading technical specs. The image underneath might give you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the S3600 and WB150F.

As you have seen, the 2 cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit different resolution. You can count on the Nikon S3600 to offer greater detail with its extra 6 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop shots a little more aggressively. The more modern S3600 should have a benefit when it comes to sensor tech.