Nikon S8000 vs Samsung WB50F

Below, we will be analyzing the Nikon S8000 and Samsung WB50F, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by companies Nikon and Samsung. The resolution of the S8000 (14MP) and the WB50F (16MP) is relatively well matched and they enjoy the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The S8000 was brought out 4 years before the WB50F and that is quite a significant gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting through a thorough comparison, below is a short synopsis of how the S8000 grades versus the WB50F in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix S8000 and Samsung WB50F. The entire galleries are provided at Nikon S8000 Gallery and Samsung WB50F Gallery.

When you are looking to carry your camera, you are going to need to take into account its weight and proportions. The Nikon S8000 features external measurements of 103mm x 57mm x 27mm (4.1" x 2.2" x 1.1") and a weight of 183 grams (0.40 lbs) whilst the Samsung WB50F has measurements of 101mm x 68mm x 27mm (4.0" x 2.7" x 1.1") along with a weight of 207 grams (0.46 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you have during that time. Underneath is the front view overall size comparison of the S8000 against the WB50F.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the S8000 and WB50F is 93 and 92 respectively.

In many cases, it can be hard to visualize the gap between sensor sizing merely by checking technical specs. The photograph below might give you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the S8000 and WB50F.

As you have seen, both the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit different MP. You should count on the Samsung WB50F to give more detail having its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also let you crop pictures much more aggressively. The older S8000 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor technology.