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Nikon S8200 vs Samsung WB35F

Portability
91
Imaging
39
Features
47
Overall
42
Nikon Coolpix S8200 front
 
Samsung WB35F front
Portability
93
Imaging
40
Features
33
Overall
37

Nikon S8200 vs Samsung WB35F Key Specs

Nikon S8200
(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
  • Introduced August 2011
Samsung WB35F
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 80 - 3200
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 24-288mm (F3.1-6.3) lens
  • 194g - 101 x 61 x 28mm
  • Announced January 2014
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Nikon S8200 vs Samsung WB35F Overview

Let's examine more in depth at the Nikon S8200 vs Samsung WB35F, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by rivals Nikon and Samsung. The resolution of the S8200 (16MP) and the WB35F (16MP) is pretty close and they feature the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The S8200 was introduced 3 years before the WB35F which is a fairly large difference as far as camera technology is concerned. The two cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a concise summation of how the S8200 matches up vs the WB35F in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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Reasons to pick Nikon S8200 over the Samsung WB35F

 S8200 WB35F 
Screen sizing3"2.7"Bigger screen (+0.3")
Screen resolution961k230kCrisper screen (+731k dot)

Reasons to pick Samsung WB35F over the Nikon S8200

 WB35F S8200 
AnnouncedJanuary 2014August 2011Newer by 28 months

Common features in the Nikon S8200 and Samsung WB35F

 S8200 WB35F 
Manually focus Very exact focus
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Selfie screen Neither comes with selfie screen
Touch screen Neither comes with Touch screen

Nikon S8200 vs Samsung WB35F Physical Comparison

For anyone who is going to travel with your camera regularly, you're going to have to think about its weight and volume. The Nikon S8200 comes with physical 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 WB35F has sizing of 101mm x 61mm x 28mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 1.1") along with a weight of 194 grams (0.43 lbs).

Examine the Nikon S8200 vs Samsung WB35F in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Always remember, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you choose during that time. Below is the front view size comparison of the S8200 against the WB35F.

Nikon S8200 vs Samsung WB35F size comparison

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the S8200 and WB35F is 91 and 93 respectively.

Nikon S8200 vs Samsung WB35F top view buttons comparison

Nikon S8200 vs Samsung WB35F Sensor Comparison

More often than not, its difficult to imagine the gap in sensor dimensions merely by looking through technical specs. The picture here will offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the S8200 and WB35F.

As you have seen, both the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the identical resolution therefore you can expect comparable quality of images but you should always consider the launch date of the cameras into account. The more aged S8200 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.

Nikon S8200 vs Samsung WB35F sensor size comparison

Nikon S8200 vs Samsung WB35F Screen and ViewFinder

Nikon S8200 vs Samsung WB35F Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Nikon S8200 Portrait photography factors
Samsung WB35F Portrait photography factors
40
has manual focus
decent MP (16 megapixels)
comes with face detection focusing
manual exposure not available
cannot use external flash
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
no RAW format
37
you can focus manually
MP count good (16 megapixels)
lack of manual mode
can't use external flash
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
has no RAW format
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Street Comparison

Nikon S8200 as a Street photography camera
Samsung WB35F as a Street photography camera
65
built in image stabilization (Optical)
offers touch to focus
lighter than competition (213 grams)
screen is fixed
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
no RAW format
62
has image stabilization (Optical)
lighter than competitors in class (194 grams)
fixed screen
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
has no RAW format
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Sports Comparison

Nikon S8200 Sports photography information
Samsung WB35F Sports photography information
41
amazing zoom range (25-350mm 14.0 x zoom)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
decent MP (16 megapixels)
comes with tracking autofocus
slow continuous shooting (6.0 frames/s)
no shutter priority
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
bad battery (250 per charge)
no phase detect AF
40
has image stabilization (Optical)
MP count good (16 megapixels)
lack of shutter priority mode
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
has no phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

Travel photography with Nikon S8200
Travel photography with Samsung WB35F
68
lighter than competition (213g)
offers touch to focus
decent MP (16 megapixels)
has built in flash
rather wide (25mm)
great zoom (350mm)
no Timelapse recording
bad battery (250 CIPA)
screen isn't selfie friendly
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.3)
70
lighter than competitors in class (194 grams)
MP count good (16MP)
flash built-in
fairly wide (24mm)
very long zoom (288mm)
lack of Timelapse function
doesn't contain selfie friendly display
slow max aperture (f3.1)
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Landscape Comparison

Nikon S8200 as a Landscape photography camera
Samsung WB35F as a Landscape photography camera
45
has manual focus
rather wide (25mm)
screen size is decent (3")
built in image stabilization (Optical)
decent MP (16 megapixels)
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.3)
manual exposure not available
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
no RAW format
bad battery (250 per charge)
no Timelapse recording
43
you can focus manually
fairly wide (24mm)
has image stabilization (Optical)
MP count good (16 megapixels)
cannot change lens (fixed lens mount)
slow max aperture (f3.1)
small screen (2.7")
lack of manual mode
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
has no RAW format
lack of Timelapse function
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Vlogging Comparison

Nikon S8200 as a Vlogging camera
Samsung WB35F as a Vlogging camera
34
rather wide (25mm)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
comes with face detection focusing
high res video (1920 x 1080 pxls)
lighter than competition (213 grams)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.3)
screen isn't selfie friendly
no external microphone port
31
fairly wide (24mm)
has image stabilization (Optical)
lighter than competitors in class (194 grams)
slow max aperture (f3.1)
doesn't contain selfie friendly display
low quality video (1280 x 720 pixels)
lack of microphone port
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Nikon S8200 vs Samsung WB35F Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Nikon S8200 and Samsung WB35F
 Nikon Coolpix S8200Samsung WB35F
General Information
Brand Name Nikon Samsung
Model Nikon Coolpix S8200 Samsung WB35F
Category Small Sensor Superzoom Small Sensor Superzoom
Introduced 2011-08-24 2014-01-07
Body design Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Processor 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 4:3 and 16:9
Full resolution 4608 x 3456 4608 x 3456
Max native ISO 3200 3200
Minimum native ISO 100 80
RAW images
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Touch to focus
AF continuous
Single AF
AF tracking
AF selectice
AF center weighted
Multi area AF
Live view AF
Face detect focusing
Contract detect focusing
Phase detect focusing
Cross focus points - -
Lens
Lens mounting type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range 25-350mm (14.0x) 24-288mm (12.0x)
Maximal aperture f/3.3-5.9 f/3.1-6.3
Macro focus range 1cm -
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.8
Screen
Range of display Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display size 3 inches 2.7 inches
Resolution of display 961k dot 230k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch friendly
Display tech TFT LCD with Anti-reflection coating -
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None None
Features
Lowest shutter speed 8 secs 8 secs
Highest shutter speed 1/2000 secs 1/2000 secs
Continuous shooting speed 6.0 frames per sec -
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Set WB
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash modes Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill, Slow Sync -
External flash
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
Max video resolution 1920x1080 1280x720
Video data format MPEG-4, Motion JPEG -
Microphone jack
Headphone jack
Connectivity
Wireless None Built-In
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) none
GPS None None
Physical
Environmental seal
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 213 gr (0.47 pounds) 194 gr (0.43 pounds)
Dimensions 104 x 59 x 33mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") 101 x 61 x 28mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 1.1")
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 images -
Battery form Battery Pack -
Battery model EN-EL12 BP70A
Self timer Yes -
Time lapse recording
Type of storage SD/SDHC/SDXC MicroSD, MicroSDHC, MicroSDXC
Storage slots One One
Pricing at launch $329 $130