Nikon S9100 vs Samsung HZ50W
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Nikon S9100 vs Samsung HZ50W Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 160 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-450mm (F3.5-5.9) lens
- 214g - 105 x 62 x 35mm
- Announced July 2011
- Later Model is Nikon S9300
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 64 - 3200 (Boost to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-676mm (F2.8-5.0) lens
- 426g - 116 x 83 x 91mm
- Introduced May 2010
- Alternative Name is WB5500
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Here is a complete review of the Nikon S9100 and Samsung HZ50W, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by companies Nikon and Samsung. The image resolution of the S9100 (12MP) and the HZ50W (14MP) is very comparable and they use the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").
Cutting-edge AI developed by Apple deciphers subtle nuances in pixelsThe S9100 was manufactured 15 months later than the HZ50W making the cameras a generation apart from one another. Both of these cameras offer different body type with the Nikon S9100 being a Compact camera and the Samsung HZ50W being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.
Before we go in to a thorough comparison, below is a simple highlight of how the S9100 scores against the HZ50W with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
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Reasons to pick Nikon S9100 over the Samsung HZ50W
| S9100 | HZ50W | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Introduced | July 2011 |  | May 2010 | Fresher by 15 months |
| Display resolution | 921k |  | 230k | Crisper display (+691k dot) |
Reasons to pick Samsung HZ50W over the Nikon S9100
| HZ50W | S9100 |
|---|
Common features in the Nikon S9100 and Samsung HZ50W
| S9100 | HZ50W | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manually focus |  | More accurate focusing | ||
| Display type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed display |
| Display sizing | 3" |  | 3" | Equivalent display size |
| Selfie screen |  | Lacking selfie screen | ||
| Touch display |  | Lacking Touch display |
Nikon S9100 vs Samsung HZ50W Physical Comparison
For those who are planning to carry your camera, you're going to have to factor its weight and proportions. The Nikon S9100 enjoys outside dimensions of 105mm x 62mm x 35mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.4") having a weight of 214 grams (0.47 lbs) and the Samsung HZ50W has measurements of 116mm x 83mm x 91mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 3.6") with a weight of 426 grams (0.94 lbs).
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Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you have at that time. Underneath is the front view sizing comparison of the S9100 and the HZ50W.
Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the S9100 and HZ50W is 91 and 70 respectively.
Nikon S9100 vs Samsung HZ50W Sensor Comparison
Typically, its difficult to imagine the difference in sensor sizing simply by seeing technical specs. The graphic here should give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the S9100 and HZ50W.
As you have seen, both the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but different megapixels. You should expect to see the Samsung HZ50W to show more detail due to its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will enable you to crop photos far more aggressively. The newer S9100 should have an advantage with regard to sensor tech.
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Nikon S9100 vs Samsung HZ50W Specifications
| Nikon Coolpix S9100 | Samsung HZ50W | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Brand Name | Nikon | Samsung |
| Model type | Nikon Coolpix S9100 | Samsung HZ50W |
| Also called | - | WB5500 |
| Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
| Announced | 2011-07-19 | 2010-05-03 |
| Physical type | Compact | SLR-like (bridge) |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Processor | Expeed C2 | - |
| Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
| Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
| Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
| Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 12MP | 14MP |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | - | 4:3 and 16:9 |
| Peak resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4320 x 3240 |
| Highest native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
| Highest enhanced ISO | - | 6400 |
| Minimum native ISO | 160 | 64 |
| RAW format | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focusing | ||
| Autofocus touch | ||
| Autofocus continuous | ||
| Autofocus single | ||
| Tracking autofocus | ||
| Selective autofocus | ||
| Center weighted autofocus | ||
| Multi area autofocus | ||
| Autofocus live view | ||
| Face detection focus | ||
| Contract detection focus | ||
| Phase detection focus | ||
| Total focus points | 9 | - |
| Lens | ||
| Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens zoom range | 25-450mm (18.0x) | 26-676mm (26.0x) |
| Largest aperture | f/3.5-5.9 | f/2.8-5.0 |
| Macro focusing distance | 4cm | 10cm |
| Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
| Screen | ||
| Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Screen sizing | 3 inches | 3 inches |
| Resolution of screen | 921 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch friendly | ||
| Screen technology | TFT-LCD with Anti-reflection coating | - |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder type | None | Electronic |
| Features | ||
| Min shutter speed | 4s | 16s |
| Max shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/2000s |
| Continuous shutter rate | 10.0 frames per second | - |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manual mode | ||
| Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
| Set white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Integrated flash | ||
| Flash distance | 4.00 m | 5.60 m |
| Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync |
| Hot shoe | ||
| AEB | ||
| White balance bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment | ||
| Average | ||
| Spot | ||
| Partial | ||
| AF area | ||
| Center weighted | ||
| Video features | ||
| Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30fps), 1280 x 720p (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (60, 30 fps) |
| Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
| Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | H.264 |
| Mic support | ||
| Headphone support | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | None | None |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| GPS | None | None |
| Physical | ||
| Environmental sealing | ||
| Water proofing | ||
| Dust proofing | ||
| Shock proofing | ||
| Crush proofing | ||
| Freeze proofing | ||
| Weight | 214 gr (0.47 lb) | 426 gr (0.94 lb) |
| Dimensions | 105 x 62 x 35mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.4") | 116 x 83 x 91mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 3.6") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
| Other | ||
| Battery life | 270 shots | - |
| Style of battery | Battery Pack | - |
| Battery ID | EN-EL12 | SLB-11A |
| Self timer | Yes (10 or 2 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Double) |
| Time lapse shooting | ||
| Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SC/SDHC, Internal |
| Card slots | 1 | 1 |
| Launch cost | $329 | $250 |
