Nikon S6100 vs Samsung WB50F

Here is a comprehensive overview of the Nikon S6100 and Samsung WB50F, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by manufacturers Nikon and Samsung. The image resolution of the S6100 (16MP) and the WB50F (16MP) is pretty close and they enjoy the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The S6100 was announced 3 years before the WB50F and that is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before going in to a full comparison, below is a concise summary of how the S6100 grades against the WB50F for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix S6100 & Samsung WB50F. The whole galleries are available at Nikon S6100 Gallery & Samsung WB50F Gallery.

For anyone who is going to carry your camera often, you should factor its weight and size. The Nikon S6100 offers external dimensions of 98mm x 58mm x 27mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.1") having a weight of 175 grams (0.39 lbs) and the Samsung WB50F has specifications of 101mm x 68mm x 27mm (4.0" x 2.7" x 1.1") with a weight of 207 grams (0.46 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are working with at that moment. Here is the front view physical size comparison of the S6100 and the WB50F.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the S6100 and WB50F is 93 and 92 respectively.

In many cases, it is tough to imagine the difference in sensor sizing simply by looking through specs. The graphic underneath will help offer you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the S6100 and WB50F.

As you can plainly see, both of those cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the same exact resolution therefore you can expect comparable quality of photographs but you should always consider the age of the cameras into account. The older S6100 will be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.