Nikon S8100 vs Samsung WB150F
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Nikon S8100 vs Samsung WB150F Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- 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
- Introduced September 2010
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-432mm (F3.2-5.8) lens
- 188g - 107 x 61 x 23mm
- Introduced January 2012

Nikon S8100 vs Samsung WB150F Overview
Let's look much closer at the Nikon S8100 versus Samsung WB150F, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by companies Nikon and Samsung. The image resolution of the S8100 (12MP) and the WB150F (14MP) is fairly similar and both cameras have the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The S8100 was launched 16 months before the WB150F making them a generation away from one another. Each of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before delving right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a quick introduction of how the S8100 matches up vs the WB150F with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Nikon S8100 vs Samsung WB150F Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix S8100 and Samsung WB150F. The complete galleries are provided at Nikon S8100 Gallery and Samsung WB150F Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S8100 over the Samsung WB150F
S8100 | WB150F | |||
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Display resolution | 921k | ![]() | 460k | Crisper display (+461k dot) |
Reasons to pick Samsung WB150F over the Nikon S8100
WB150F | S8100 | |||
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Introduced | January 2012 | ![]() | September 2010 | More modern by 16 months |
Manual focus | ![]() | More precise focusing |
Common features in the Nikon S8100 and Samsung WB150F
S8100 | WB150F | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equal display measurement |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither contains selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Neither contains Touch display |
Nikon S8100 vs Samsung WB150F Physical Comparison
If you're aiming to carry around your camera, you will have to consider its weight and proportions. The Nikon S8100 has got outer measurements of 104mm x 60mm x 30mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.2") with a weight of 180 grams (0.40 lbs) and the Samsung WB150F has measurements of 107mm x 61mm x 23mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 0.9") along with a weight of 188 grams (0.41 lbs).
Take a look at the Nikon S8100 versus Samsung WB150F in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you select at that time. Following is a front view dimension comparison of the S8100 versus the WB150F.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the S8100 and WB150F is 93 and 93 respectively.

Nikon S8100 vs Samsung WB150F Sensor Comparison
Typically, it is very tough to see the contrast between sensor sizes merely by going over specifications. The picture here might offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the S8100 and WB150F.
Plainly, both of the cameras have the same sensor dimensions but not the same megapixels. You should anticipate the Samsung WB150F to offer greater detail utilizing its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will allow you to crop pics a bit more aggressively. The more aged S8100 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor tech.

Nikon S8100 vs Samsung WB150F Screen and ViewFinder


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Nikon S8100 vs Samsung WB150F Specifications
Nikon Coolpix S8100 | Samsung WB150F | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Nikon | Samsung |
Model | Nikon Coolpix S8100 | Samsung WB150F |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Introduced | 2010-09-08 | 2012-01-09 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | 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 | 14 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4608 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 160 | 80 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 30-300mm (10.0x) | 24-432mm (18.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.5-5.6 | f/3.2-5.8 |
Macro focus distance | 1cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3" | 3" |
Screen resolution | 921 thousand dots | 460 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Screen technology | - | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 30 seconds | 16 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/8000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shutter rate | 10.0fps | 10.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | - | 3.50 m |
Flash options | - | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
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) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video format | H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
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 | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 180 gr (0.40 lb) | 188 gr (0.41 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 104 x 60 x 30mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.2") | 107 x 61 x 23mm (4.2" x 2.4" 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 life | 220 pictures | - |
Battery type | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | EN-EL12 | SLB-10A |
Self timer | Yes (10 or 2 sec) | Yes |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | One | One |
Pricing at release | $299 | $230 |