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Nikon S5200 vs Samsung WB30F

Portability
95
Imaging
39
Features
26
Overall
33
Nikon Coolpix S5200 front
 
Samsung WB30F front
Portability
96
Imaging
39
Features
33
Overall
36

Nikon S5200 vs Samsung WB30F Key Specs

Nikon S5200
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Display
  • ISO 125 - 3200
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • 26-156mm (F) lens
  • 146g - 98 x 58 x 22mm
  • Released January 2013
Samsung WB30F
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 80 - 3200
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 24-240mm (F3.1-6.3) lens
  • 128g - 98 x 58 x 17mm
  • Released January 2013
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Nikon S5200 vs Samsung WB30F Overview

On this page, we will be reviewing the Nikon S5200 versus Samsung WB30F, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by companies Nikon and Samsung. The image resolution of the S5200 (16MP) and the WB30F (16MP) is relatively well matched and both cameras posses the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The S5200 was introduced within a month of the WB30F and they are of a similar age. Both the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before getting straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a quick summation of how the S5200 matches up vs the WB30F in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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Reasons to pick Nikon S5200 over the Samsung WB30F

 S5200 WB30F 
Screen resolution460k230kSharper screen (+230k dot)

Reasons to pick Samsung WB30F over the Nikon S5200

 WB30F S5200 

Common features in the Nikon S5200 and Samsung WB30F

 S5200 WB30F 
ReleasedJanuary 2013January 2013Similar age
Manual focus No manual focus
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Screen dimensions3"3"Equal screen measurement
Selfie screen Neither includes selfie screen
Touch friendly screen Neither includes Touch friendly screen

Nikon S5200 vs Samsung WB30F Physical Comparison

When you are aiming to travel with your camera often, you'll need to think about its weight and measurements. The Nikon S5200 features outer dimensions of 98mm x 58mm x 22mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.9") and a weight of 146 grams (0.32 lbs) whilst the Samsung WB30F has proportions of 98mm x 58mm x 17mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 128 grams (0.28 lbs).

Take a look at the Nikon S5200 versus Samsung WB30F in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Remember that, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are working with during that time. Underneath is a front view measurements comparison of the S5200 vs the WB30F.

Nikon S5200 vs Samsung WB30F size comparison

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the S5200 and WB30F is 95 and 96 respectively.

Nikon S5200 vs Samsung WB30F top view buttons comparison

Nikon S5200 vs Samsung WB30F Sensor Comparison

Typically, it's tough to see the gap between sensor dimensions simply by reading through a spec sheet. The image here may provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the S5200 and WB30F.

As you can see, the 2 cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the identical resolution and you can expect similar quality of files but you should really take the launch date of the products into consideration.

Nikon S5200 vs Samsung WB30F sensor size comparison

Nikon S5200 vs Samsung WB30F Screen and ViewFinder

Nikon S5200 vs Samsung WB30F Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Nikon S5200 as a Portrait photography camera
Samsung WB30F as a Portrait photography camera
30
MP count decent (16MP)
focusing manually not possible
no manual control
cannot use external flash
very small sensor (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW files
34
good resolution (16MP)
offers face detection focusing
manual focus not available
manual mode not possible
can't use external flash
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
lacks RAW support
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Street Comparison

Nikon S5200 as a Street photography camera
Samsung WB30F as a Street photography camera
48
no moving screen
does not have image stabilization
very small sensor (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW files
63
built in image stabilization (Optical)
lighter than average in class (128 grams)
screen does not articulate
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
lacks RAW support
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Sports Comparison

Nikon S5200 Sports photography details
Samsung WB30F Sports photography details
27
MP count decent (16MP)
lack of shutter priority mode
does not have image stabilization
very small sensor (1/2.3")
terrible battery power (160 CIPA)
doesn't have phase detect autofocus
44
built in image stabilization (Optical)
good resolution (16MP)
offers tracking autofocus
lack of shutter priority mode
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
lacks phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

Nikon S5200 Travel photography highlights
Samsung WB30F Travel photography highlights
68
MP count decent (16MP)
flash built-in
really wide (26mm)
fast max aperture (f)
does not have Time Lapse recording
terrible battery power (160 shots)
screen isn't selfie friendly
69
lighter than average in class (128 grams)
good resolution (16MP)
flash built-in
decently wide (24mm)
missing Time Lapse function
does not posses selfie friendly display
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.1)
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Landscape Comparison

Landscape photography with Nikon S5200
Landscape photography with Samsung WB30F
41
really wide (26mm)
fast max aperture (f)
screen is a decent size (3 inches)
MP count decent (16 megapixels)
focusing manually not possible
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
no manual control
does not have image stabilization
very small sensor (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW files
terrible battery power (160 per charge)
does not have Time Lapse recording
43
decently wide (24mm)
screen is a good size (3")
built in image stabilization (Optical)
good resolution (16MP)
manual focus not available
can't change lens (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.1)
manual mode not possible
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
lacks RAW support
missing Time Lapse function
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Vlogging Comparison

Nikon S5200 Vlogging advice
Samsung WB30F Vlogging advice
32
really wide (26mm)
fast max aperture (f)
video resolution high (1920 x 1080 resolution)
screen isn't selfie friendly
does not have image stabilization
does not have mic socket
33
decently wide (24mm)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
offers face detection focusing
lighter than average in class (128 grams)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.1)
does not posses selfie friendly display
low quality video (1280 x 720 pixels)
missing external mic support
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Nikon S5200 vs Samsung WB30F Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Nikon S5200 and Samsung WB30F
 Nikon Coolpix S5200Samsung WB30F
General Information
Manufacturer Nikon Samsung
Model type Nikon Coolpix S5200 Samsung WB30F
Class Small Sensor Compact Small Sensor Compact
Released 2013-01-29 2013-01-07
Physical type Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Sensor type BSI-CMOS CCD
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor dimensions 6.16 x 4.62mm 6.17 x 4.55mm
Sensor surface area 28.5mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 16 megapixel 16 megapixel
Anti alias filter
Highest Possible resolution 4608 x 3456 4608 x 3456
Maximum native ISO 3200 3200
Lowest native ISO 125 80
RAW format
Autofocusing
Manual focusing
Autofocus touch
Continuous autofocus
Single autofocus
Autofocus tracking
Autofocus selectice
Center weighted autofocus
Autofocus multi area
Live view autofocus
Face detect autofocus
Contract detect autofocus
Phase detect autofocus
Cross type focus points - -
Lens
Lens mount type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 26-156mm (6.0x) 24-240mm (10.0x)
Maximum aperture - f/3.1-6.3
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.8
Screen
Type of display Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display sizing 3 inch 3 inch
Resolution of display 460 thousand dots 230 thousand dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch function
Display technology TFT-LCD with Anti-reflection coating QVGA TFT LCD
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None None
Features
Minimum shutter speed 4 secs 8 secs
Fastest shutter speed 1/2000 secs 1/2000 secs
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Change white balance
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Hot shoe
AEB
White balance bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment
Average
Spot
Partial
AF area
Center weighted
Video features
Supported video resolutions 1920 x 1080 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15fps)
Maximum video resolution 1920x1080 1280x720
Video data format - MPEG-4, H.264
Mic support
Headphone support
Connectivity
Wireless Built-In Built-In
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environmental sealing
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 146g (0.32 pounds) 128g (0.28 pounds)
Physical dimensions 98 x 58 x 22mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.9") 98 x 58 x 17mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.7")
DXO scores
DXO Overall rating not tested not tested
DXO Color Depth rating not tested not tested
DXO Dynamic range rating not tested not tested
DXO Low light rating not tested not tested
Other
Battery life 160 photos -
Battery style Battery Pack -
Battery ID EN-EL19 -
Self timer - Yes
Time lapse feature
Storage type SD/SDHC/SDXC SD/SDHC/SDXC
Card slots 1 1
Price at release $130 $180