Nikon S9100 vs Samsung WB1100F
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Nikon S9100 vs Samsung WB1100F 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
- Newer Model is Nikon S9300
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-875mm (F3.0-5.9) lens
- 512g - 125 x 87 x 96mm
- Released January 2014
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Here, we will be comparing the Nikon S9100 and Samsung WB1100F, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by rivals Nikon and Samsung. There is a substantial difference between the image resolutions of the S9100 (12MP) and WB1100F (16MP) but both cameras offer the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").
Photography GlossaryThe S9100 was manufactured 3 years earlier than the WB1100F which is quite a big difference as far as tech is concerned. The two cameras feature different body design with the Nikon S9100 being a Compact camera and the Samsung WB1100F being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.
Before diving straight to a in depth comparison, here is a brief introduction of how the S9100 grades versus the WB1100F when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
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Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix S9100 & Samsung WB1100F. The entire galleries are available at Nikon S9100 Gallery & Samsung WB1100F Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S9100 over the Samsung WB1100F
| S9100 | WB1100F | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Screen resolution | 921k | 460k | Crisper screen (+461k dot) |
Reasons to pick Samsung WB1100F over the Nikon S9100
| WB1100F | S9100 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Released | January 2014 | July 2011 | Newer by 30 months |
Common features in the Nikon S9100 and Samsung WB1100F
| S9100 | WB1100F | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Focus manually | Dial precise focusing | |||
| Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
| Screen size | 3" | 3" | Same screen sizing | |
| Selfie screen | Absent selfie screen | |||
| Touch friendly screen | Neither contains Touch friendly screen |
Nikon S9100 vs Samsung WB1100F Physical Comparison
If you are intending to travel with your camera often, you're going to have to consider its weight and proportions. The Nikon S9100 has got physical measurements of 105mm x 62mm x 35mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.4") along with a weight of 214 grams (0.47 lbs) while the Samsung WB1100F has measurements of 125mm x 87mm x 96mm (4.9" x 3.4" x 3.8") accompanied by a weight of 512 grams (1.13 lbs).
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Always remember, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Below is a front view sizing comparison of the S9100 compared to the WB1100F.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the S9100 and WB1100F is 91 and 67 respectively.
Nikon S9100 vs Samsung WB1100F Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it's tough to see the gap between sensor dimensions purely by checking specs. The image below might provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the S9100 and WB1100F.
All in all, each of these cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit not the same megapixels. You can count on the Samsung WB1100F to give you more detail due to its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop photographs a good deal more aggressively. The more aged S9100 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor technology.
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Nikon S9100 vs Samsung WB1100F Specifications
| Nikon Coolpix S9100 | Samsung WB1100F | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Manufacturer | Nikon | Samsung |
| Model | Nikon Coolpix S9100 | Samsung WB1100F |
| Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
| Announced | 2011-07-19 | 2014-01-07 |
| Body design | 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 | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
| Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
| Anti aliasing filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | - | 4:3 and 16:9 |
| Peak resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4608 x 3456 |
| Highest native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
| Min native ISO | 160 | 80 |
| RAW photos | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Focus manually | ||
| Touch to focus | ||
| Continuous AF | ||
| Single AF | ||
| AF tracking | ||
| AF selectice | ||
| AF center weighted | ||
| AF multi area | ||
| Live view AF | ||
| Face detection focusing | ||
| Contract detection focusing | ||
| Phase detection focusing | ||
| Number of focus points | 9 | - |
| Cross focus points | - | - |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens focal range | 25-450mm (18.0x) | 25-875mm (35.0x) |
| Maximal aperture | f/3.5-5.9 | f/3.0-5.9 |
| Macro focus distance | 4cm | - |
| Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Screen diagonal | 3" | 3" |
| Resolution of screen | 921k dot | 460k dot |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch functionality | ||
| Screen technology | TFT-LCD with Anti-reflection coating | - |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder type | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Min shutter speed | 4 seconds | 8 seconds |
| Max shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
| Continuous shutter speed | 10.0 frames/s | 1.0 frames/s |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Expose Manually | ||
| Set WB | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Built-in flash | ||
| Flash range | 4.00 m | - |
| Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye | - |
| External flash | ||
| Auto exposure bracketing | ||
| White balance bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment exposure | ||
| Average exposure | ||
| Spot exposure | ||
| Partial exposure | ||
| AF area exposure | ||
| Center weighted exposure | ||
| Video features | ||
| Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30fps), 1280 x 720p (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 |
| Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
| Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | - |
| Mic 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 | 214g (0.47 lb) | 512g (1.13 lb) |
| Physical dimensions | 105 x 62 x 35mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.4") | 125 x 87 x 96mm (4.9" x 3.4" x 3.8") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO Overall 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 | 270 photos | - |
| Form of battery | Battery Pack | - |
| Battery model | EN-EL12 | SLB-10A |
| Self timer | Yes (10 or 2 sec) | - |
| Time lapse feature | ||
| Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD, SDHC, SDXC |
| Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
| Launch cost | $329 | $250 |