Nikon S8100 vs Samsung WB50F

Following is a in-depth review of the Nikon S8100 versus Samsung WB50F, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands Nikon and Samsung. There exists a huge gap among the image resolutions of the S8100 (12MP) and WB50F (16MP) but both cameras provide the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The S8100 was introduced 4 years before the WB50F which is a fairly significant gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before diving right into a full comparison, here is a simple introduction of how the S8100 grades against the WB50F when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix S8100 and Samsung WB50F. The whole galleries are viewable at Nikon S8100 Gallery and Samsung WB50F Gallery.

If you are going to carry around your camera often, you'll need to consider its weight and proportions. The Nikon S8100 offers external measurements of 104mm x 60mm x 30mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.2") having a weight of 180 grams (0.40 lbs) and the Samsung WB50F has measurements of 101mm x 68mm x 27mm (4.0" x 2.7" x 1.1") and a weight of 207 grams (0.46 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you select at that moment. Following is a front view overall size comparison of the S8100 compared to the WB50F.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the S8100 and WB50F is 93 and 92 respectively.

Typically, it is very tough to see the contrast in sensor sizes only by going through specs. The image below should provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the S8100 and WB50F.

As you can plainly see, each of these cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit not the same resolution. You should count on the Samsung WB50F to show more detail using its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop shots way more aggressively. The more aged S8100 will be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.