Nikon S5100 vs Samsung ST150F
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Nikon S5100 vs Samsung ST150F Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F2.7-6.6) lens
- 132g - 97 x 57 x 22mm
- Released August 2010
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-125mm (F2.5-6.3) lens
- 114g - 94 x 58 x 18mm
- Launched January 2013

Nikon S5100 vs Samsung ST150F Overview
Its time to look more closely at the Nikon S5100 and Samsung ST150F, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by competitors Nikon and Samsung. There exists a sizeable gap among the image resolutions of the S5100 (12MP) and ST150F (16MP) but they come with the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").

The S5100 was unveiled 3 years earlier than the ST150F which is a fairly large gap as far as camera technology is concerned. The two cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before diving straight into a thorough comparison, below is a brief synopsis of how the S5100 matches up against the ST150F when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Nikon S5100 vs Samsung ST150F Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix S5100 and Samsung ST150F. The full galleries are provided at Nikon S5100 Gallery and Samsung ST150F Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S5100 over the Samsung ST150F
S5100 | ST150F |
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Reasons to pick Samsung ST150F over the Nikon S5100
ST150F | S5100 | |||
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Launched | January 2013 | ![]() | August 2010 | More modern by 29 months |
Display dimension | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Common features in the Nikon S5100 and Samsung ST150F
S5100 | ST150F | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | No manual focus | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | The same display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Absent selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Neither contains Touch friendly display |
Nikon S5100 vs Samsung ST150F Physical Comparison
For those who are going to carry around your camera frequently, you are going to need to think about its weight and dimensions. The Nikon S5100 has got external dimensions of 97mm x 57mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.9") with a weight of 132 grams (0.29 lbs) whilst the Samsung ST150F has dimensions of 94mm x 58mm x 18mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.7") and a weight of 114 grams (0.25 lbs).
Analyze the Nikon S5100 and Samsung ST150F in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are utilising at that moment. Here is the front view dimension comparison of the S5100 versus the ST150F.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the S5100 and ST150F is 95 and 96 respectively.

Nikon S5100 vs Samsung ST150F Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, its difficult to imagine the gap in sensor sizes simply by checking out a spec sheet. The image here may provide you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the S5100 and ST150F.
Clearly, the 2 cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements but different megapixels. You should anticipate the Samsung ST150F to provide more detail having an extra 4MP. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop photos somewhat more aggressively. The more aged S5100 will be disadvantaged in sensor technology.

Nikon S5100 vs Samsung ST150F Screen and ViewFinder


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Nikon S5100 vs Samsung ST150F Specifications
Nikon Coolpix S5100 | Samsung ST150F | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Nikon | Samsung |
Model | Nikon Coolpix S5100 | Samsung ST150F |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Released | 2010-08-17 | 2013-01-07 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | Expeed C2 | - |
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 | 12 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | - |
Max resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4608 x 3456 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 25-125mm (5.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/2.7-6.6 | f/2.5-6.3 |
Macro focus range | 2cm | - |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 2.7" | 3" |
Screen resolution | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Screen tech | - | QVGA TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 4 secs | 1 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/1500 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, Slow Syncro | - |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
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 | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 132g (0.29 lb) | 114g (0.25 lb) |
Dimensions | 97 x 57 x 22mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.9") | 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 | ||
Battery model | EN-EL10 | - |
Self timer | Yes | Yes |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC, Internal | microSD/microSDHC/microSDXC |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch price | $200 | $300 |