Nikon S5100 vs Samsung WB350F

Following is a extensive overview of the Nikon S5100 vs Samsung WB350F, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals Nikon and Samsung. There is a sizeable difference between the image resolutions of the S5100 (12MP) and WB350F (16MP) but they feature the exact same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The S5100 was manufactured 4 years earlier than the WB350F which is quite a large gap as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving straight into a in depth comparison, below is a quick overview of how the S5100 grades versus the WB350F in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix S5100 and Samsung WB350F. The entire galleries are provided at Nikon S5100 Gallery and Samsung WB350F Gallery.

For anybody who is planning to carry around your camera, you should factor in its weight and volume. The Nikon S5100 provides outside measurements of 97mm x 57mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.9") along with a weight of 132 grams (0.29 lbs) whilst the Samsung WB350F has sizing of 114mm x 65mm x 25mm (4.5" x 2.6" x 1.0") along with a weight of 276 grams (0.61 lbs).

Take a look at the Nikon S5100 vs Samsung WB350F in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you use during that time. Following is the front view scale comparison of the S5100 against the WB350F.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the S5100 and WB350F is 95 and 90 respectively.

Usually, it is very hard to picture the difference between sensor sizes purely by looking at technical specs. The picture below will help give you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the S5100 and WB350F.

As you have seen, both of the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit different megapixels. You should expect the Samsung WB350F to give you greater detail due to its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will allow you to crop photographs much more aggressively. The more aged S5100 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.