Nikon S5100 vs Samsung WB30F

Below, we will be reviewing the Nikon S5100 vs Samsung WB30F, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by competitors Nikon and Samsung. There is a big difference between the sensor resolutions of the S5100 (12MP) and WB30F (16MP) but they feature the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The S5100 was revealed 3 years earlier than the WB30F and that is quite a big gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving through a complete comparison, below is a concise synopsis of how the S5100 scores vs the WB30F when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix S5100 and Samsung WB30F. The full galleries are viewable at Nikon S5100 Gallery and Samsung WB30F Gallery.

If you are looking to carry your camera frequently, you will want to take into account its weight and proportions. The Nikon S5100 has physical 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 WB30F has measurements of 98mm x 58mm x 17mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.7") having a weight of 128 grams (0.28 lbs).

Contrast the Nikon S5100 vs Samsung WB30F in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you have at the time. Below is the front view sizing comparison of the S5100 vs the WB30F.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the S5100 and WB30F is 95 and 96 respectively.

Generally, it is very tough to visualise the gap between sensor sizing simply by looking at technical specs. The visual underneath will help give you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the S5100 and WB30F.

As you can tell, the 2 cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same megapixels. You should count on the Samsung WB30F to resolve extra detail because of its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will let you crop photographs much more aggressively. The older S5100 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.