Nikon S8100 vs Samsung ST150F
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Nikon S8100 vs Samsung ST150F Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 160 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 30-300mm (F3.5-5.6) lens
- 180g - 104 x 60 x 30mm
- Launched September 2010
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-125mm (F2.5-6.3) lens
- 114g - 94 x 58 x 18mm
- Introduced January 2013

Nikon S8100 vs Samsung ST150F Overview
On this page, we are analyzing the Nikon S8100 vs Samsung ST150F, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by rivals Nikon and Samsung. There exists a big gap among the image resolutions of the S8100 (12MP) and ST150F (16MP) but both cameras posses the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

The S8100 was announced 3 years prior to the ST150F which is a fairly big gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both the cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before going straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a quick introduction of how the S8100 matches up against the ST150F in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Nikon S8100 vs Samsung ST150F Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix S8100 and Samsung ST150F. The whole galleries are viewable at Nikon S8100 Gallery and Samsung ST150F Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S8100 over the Samsung ST150F
S8100 | ST150F | |||
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Display resolution | 921k | ![]() | 230k | Sharper display (+691k dot) |
Reasons to pick Samsung ST150F over the Nikon S8100
ST150F | S8100 | |||
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Introduced | January 2013 | ![]() | September 2010 | Newer by 28 months |
Common features in the Nikon S8100 and Samsung ST150F
S8100 | ST150F | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | No manual focus | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equal display dimensions |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lack of selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Lack of Touch display |
Nikon S8100 vs Samsung ST150F Physical Comparison
If you are planning to travel with your camera often, you should consider its weight and measurements. The Nikon S8100 enjoys external measurements of 104mm x 60mm x 30mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.2") along with a weight of 180 grams (0.40 lbs) while the Samsung ST150F has proportions of 94mm x 58mm x 18mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.7") having a weight of 114 grams (0.25 lbs).
Take a look at the Nikon S8100 vs Samsung ST150F in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you have attached during that time. Here is a front view over all size comparison of the S8100 and the ST150F.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the S8100 and ST150F is 93 and 96 respectively.

Nikon S8100 vs Samsung ST150F Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it is hard to picture the contrast in sensor dimensions simply by going through technical specs. The picture below will provide you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the S8100 and ST150F.
As you can tell, each of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but different megapixels. You should anticipate the Samsung ST150F to produce more detail with its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will allow you to crop images more aggressively. The more aged S8100 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.

Nikon S8100 vs Samsung ST150F Screen and ViewFinder


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Nikon S8100 vs Samsung ST150F Specifications
Nikon Coolpix S8100 | Samsung ST150F | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Nikon | Samsung |
Model type | Nikon Coolpix S8100 | Samsung ST150F |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Launched | 2010-09-08 | 2013-01-07 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | Expeed C2 | - |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | - |
Highest Possible resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 160 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
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 support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 30-300mm (10.0x) | 25-125mm (5.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.5-5.6 | f/2.5-6.3 |
Macro focusing range | 1cm | - |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Display resolution | 921 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Display technology | - | QVGA TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 30 secs | 1 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/8000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | 10.0 frames/s | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (60 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 180 gr (0.40 pounds) | 114 gr (0.25 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 104 x 60 x 30mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.2") | 94 x 58 x 18mm (3.7" 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 | 220 photos | - |
Battery form | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | EN-EL12 | - |
Self timer | Yes (10 or 2 sec) | Yes |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC | microSD/microSDHC/microSDXC |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Cost at release | $299 | $300 |