Nikon S8100 vs Samsung WB350F

On this page, we will be reviewing the Nikon S8100 and Samsung WB350F, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands Nikon and Samsung. There is a significant difference between the sensor resolutions of the S8100 (12MP) and WB350F (16MP) but both cameras boast the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The S8100 was released 4 years earlier than the WB350F which is quite a sizable gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before delving into a comprehensive comparison, here is a brief view of how the S8100 grades versus the WB350F when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix S8100 and Samsung WB350F. The complete galleries are viewable at Nikon S8100 Gallery and Samsung WB350F Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to travel with your camera regularly, you will want to take into account its weight and volume. The Nikon S8100 features outside dimensions of 104mm x 60mm x 30mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.2") with a weight of 180 grams (0.40 lbs) whilst the Samsung WB350F has sizing of 114mm x 65mm x 25mm (4.5" x 2.6" x 1.0") accompanied by a weight of 276 grams (0.61 lbs).

Take a look at the Nikon S8100 and Samsung WB350F in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you have attached at that moment. Following is a front view over all size comparison of the S8100 compared to the WB350F.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the S8100 and WB350F is 93 and 90 respectively.

Generally, it is very hard to imagine the gap between sensor dimensions merely by checking a spec sheet. The picture below should provide you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the S8100 and WB350F.

As you can see, both the cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit different MP. You should expect the Samsung WB350F to resolve more detail as a result of its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will enable you to crop pictures a bit more aggressively. The more aged S8100 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.