Nikon S5100 vs Samsung WB250F

Here is a extensive assessment of the Nikon S5100 vs Samsung WB250F, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands Nikon and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the S5100 (12MP) and the WB250F (14MP) is relatively comparable and they use the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The S5100 was launched 3 years earlier than the WB250F and that is a fairly large gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before going through a in depth comparison, below is a simple summary of how the S5100 grades vs the WB250F with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix S5100 and Samsung WB250F. The complete galleries are viewable at Nikon S5100 Gallery and Samsung WB250F Gallery.

When you are intending to carry your camera regularly, you are going to need to take into account its weight and measurements. The Nikon S5100 has got external measurements of 97mm x 57mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 132 grams (0.29 lbs) whilst the Samsung WB250F has proportions of 106mm x 62mm x 22mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 0.9") along with a weight of 226 grams (0.50 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are using at the time. Following is the front view measurement comparison of the S5100 vs the WB250F.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the S5100 and WB250F is 95 and 93 respectively.

Normally, it is very hard to visualize the gap in sensor sizing only by checking out specs. The visual underneath will provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the S5100 and WB250F.

As you can plainly see, both of those cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit different megapixels. You should count on the Samsung WB250F to provide greater detail utilizing its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will help you crop pictures much more aggressively. The older S5100 will be behind with regard to sensor technology.