Nikon S6100 vs Samsung WB850F

Its time to take a deeper look at the Nikon S6100 versus Samsung WB850F, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands Nikon and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the S6100 (16MP) and the WB850F (16MP) is fairly well matched and both cameras offer the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The S6100 was brought out 11 months before the WB850F so they are both of a similar age. Both the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before delving into a comprehensive comparison, here is a simple synopsis of how the S6100 matches up against the WB850F in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix S6100 & Samsung WB850F. The entire galleries are viewable at Nikon S6100 Gallery & Samsung WB850F Gallery.

In case you're planning to lug around your camera often, you will want to take into account its weight and volume. The Nikon S6100 has got external measurements of 98mm x 58mm x 27mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.1") along with a weight of 175 grams (0.39 lbs) while the Samsung WB850F has sizing of 109mm x 62mm x 25mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.0") having a weight of 250 grams (0.55 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are using at that time. Below is a front view scale comparison of the S6100 against the WB850F.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the S6100 and WB850F is 93 and 91 respectively.

In many cases, it's hard to envision the contrast between sensor measurements simply by checking specifications. The photograph underneath may provide you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the S6100 and WB850F.

Plainly, each of these cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the same exact megapixels so you can expect similar quality of photos however you might want to take the launch date of the products into consideration. The older S6100 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.