Nikon S8200 vs Samsung ST150F
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Nikon S8200 vs Samsung ST150F Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-350mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 213g - 104 x 59 x 33mm
- Released August 2011
(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
- Launched January 2013

Nikon S8200 vs Samsung ST150F Overview
Let's examine more in depth at the Nikon S8200 versus Samsung ST150F, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Nikon and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the S8200 (16MP) and the ST150F (16MP) is fairly close and they possess the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

The S8200 was introduced 16 months prior to the ST150F making the cameras a generation away from each other. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before getting in to a complete comparison, below is a quick overview of how the S8200 scores against the ST150F with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Nikon S8200 vs Samsung ST150F Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix S8200 & Samsung ST150F. The whole galleries are available at Nikon S8200 Gallery & Samsung ST150F Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S8200 over the Samsung ST150F
S8200 | ST150F | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Very accurate focus | ||
Display resolution | 961k | ![]() | 230k | Sharper display (+731k dot) |
Reasons to pick Samsung ST150F over the Nikon S8200
ST150F | S8200 | |||
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Launched | January 2013 | ![]() | August 2011 | Newer by 16 months |
Common features in the Nikon S8200 and Samsung ST150F
S8200 | ST150F | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display sizing | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equivalent display sizing |
Selfie screen | ![]() | No selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | No Touch display |
Nikon S8200 vs Samsung ST150F Physical Comparison
For anyone who is planning to travel with your camera regularly, you're going to have to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Nikon S8200 features outside measurements of 104mm x 59mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") and a weight of 213 grams (0.47 lbs) while the Samsung ST150F has dimensions of 94mm x 58mm x 18mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.7") with a weight of 114 grams (0.25 lbs).
Contrast the Nikon S8200 versus Samsung ST150F in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are utilising at that time. Here is the front view over all size comparison of the S8200 and the ST150F.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the S8200 and ST150F is 91 and 96 respectively.

Nikon S8200 vs Samsung ST150F Sensor Comparison
Often, it is difficult to see the difference in sensor dimensions merely by researching technical specs. The picture here should give you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the S8200 and ST150F.
As you have seen, the two cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the exact same megapixels so you can expect comparable quality of images but you may want to take the launch date of the cameras into account. The more aged S8200 will be behind with regard to sensor tech.

Nikon S8200 vs Samsung ST150F Screen and ViewFinder


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Nikon S8200 vs Samsung ST150F Specifications
Nikon Coolpix S8200 | Samsung ST150F | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Nikon | Samsung |
Model | Nikon Coolpix S8200 | Samsung ST150F |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
Released | 2011-08-24 | 2013-01-07 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | Expeed C2 | - |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16MP | 16MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | - |
Full resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 25-350mm (14.0x) | 25-125mm (5.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.3-5.9 | f/2.5-6.3 |
Macro focus range | 1cm | - |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of display | 961 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Display tech | TFT LCD with Anti-reflection coating | QVGA TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 8 secs | 1 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shooting rate | 6.0 frames/s | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill, Slow Sync | - |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720p (30fps), 640 x 480 (30fps) | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15fps) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
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 | 213 gr (0.47 lb) | 114 gr (0.25 lb) |
Dimensions | 104 x 59 x 33mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") | 94 x 58 x 18mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 | 250 pictures | - |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | EN-EL12 | - |
Self timer | Yes | Yes |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | microSD/microSDHC/microSDXC |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Price at launch | $329 | $300 |