Nikon S630 vs Samsung WB210
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Nikon S630 vs Samsung WB210 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 64 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 37-260mm (F3.5-5.3) lens
- 140g - 97 x 58 x 26mm
- Launched February 2009
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 1600 (Raise to 3200)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-288mm (F2.9-5.9) lens
- 174g - 101 x 59 x 22mm
- Announced July 2011

Nikon S630 vs Samsung WB210 Overview
Following is a in depth review of the Nikon S630 vs Samsung WB210, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by manufacturers Nikon and Samsung. The image resolution of the S630 (12MP) and the WB210 (14MP) is very similar and both cameras provide the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

The S630 was unveiled 3 years earlier than the WB210 which is quite a significant gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before getting straight to a thorough comparison, here is a quick view of how the S630 scores against the WB210 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Nikon S630 vs Samsung WB210 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix S630 and Samsung WB210. The full galleries are provided at Nikon S630 Gallery and Samsung WB210 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S630 over the Samsung WB210
S630 | WB210 | |||
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Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 1k | Clearer display (+229k dot) |
Reasons to pick Samsung WB210 over the Nikon S630
WB210 | S630 | |||
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Announced | July 2011 | ![]() | February 2009 | More modern by 29 months |
Focus manually | ![]() | Dial accurate focus | ||
Display size | 3.5" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.8") |
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Nikon S630 and Samsung WB210
S630 | WB210 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | No selfie screen |
Nikon S630 vs Samsung WB210 Physical Comparison
If you're planning to carry around your camera, you will have to think about its weight and proportions. The Nikon S630 has got exterior measurements of 97mm x 58mm x 26mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 1.0") having a weight of 140 grams (0.31 lbs) whilst the Samsung WB210 has measurements of 101mm x 59mm x 22mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.9") along with a weight of 174 grams (0.38 lbs).
Look at the Nikon S630 vs Samsung WB210 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are working with at that moment. Below is a front view scale comparison of the S630 versus the WB210.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the S630 and WB210 is 95 and 94 respectively.

Nikon S630 vs Samsung WB210 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it is very hard to see the difference between sensor sizes purely by going over a spec sheet. The image underneath should give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the S630 and WB210.
As you can see, the two cameras feature the identical sensor size but not the same resolution. You should expect to see the Samsung WB210 to offer you greater detail having an extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also make it easier to crop images way more aggressively. The more aged S630 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor technology.

Nikon S630 vs Samsung WB210 Screen and ViewFinder


Photography Type Scores
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Nikon S630 vs Samsung WB210 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix S630 | Samsung WB210 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Nikon | Samsung |
Model | Nikon Coolpix S630 | Samsung WB210 |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Launched | 2009-02-03 | 2011-07-19 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 27.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 14 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4320 x 3240 |
Highest native ISO | 6400 | 1600 |
Highest enhanced ISO | - | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 64 | 80 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 37-260mm (7.0x) | 24-288mm (12.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.5-5.3 | f/2.9-5.9 |
Macro focus distance | - | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 2.7 inches | 3.5 inches |
Display resolution | 230k dots | 1k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 8s | 8s |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shutter rate | 11.0 frames/s | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | - | 3.50 m |
Flash modes | Auto, Red-Eye reduction, Off, On, Slow sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (60, 30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 140 grams (0.31 pounds) | 174 grams (0.38 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 97 x 58 x 26mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 1.0") | 101 x 59 x 22mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery model | EN-L12 | - |
Self timer | Yes (3 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Double) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC, Internal | microSC/SDHC, Internal |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Price at release | $240 | $279 |