Nikon S9100 vs Samsung WB35F
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35 Features
41 Overall
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93 Imaging
40 Features
33 Overall
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Nikon S9100 vs Samsung WB35F 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
- Introduced July 2011
- Renewed by Nikon S9300
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-288mm (F3.1-6.3) lens
- 194g - 101 x 61 x 28mm
- Introduced January 2014

Nikon S9100 vs Samsung WB35F Overview
In this write-up, we are evaluating the Nikon S9100 versus Samsung WB35F, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by rivals Nikon and Samsung. There exists a noticeable gap between the resolutions of the S9100 (12MP) and WB35F (16MP) but they use the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

The S9100 was brought out 3 years earlier than the WB35F and that is quite a sizable difference as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before we go in to a in-depth comparison, below is a simple view of how the S9100 matches up against the WB35F with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Nikon S9100 vs Samsung WB35F Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix S9100 & Samsung WB35F. The entire galleries are available at Nikon S9100 Gallery & Samsung WB35F Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S9100 over the Samsung WB35F
S9100 | WB35F | |||
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Display sizing | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Display resolution | 921k | ![]() | 230k | Sharper display (+691k dot) |
Reasons to pick Samsung WB35F over the Nikon S9100
WB35F | S9100 | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
Introduced | January 2014 | ![]() | July 2011 | Fresher by 30 months |
Common features in the Nikon S9100 and Samsung WB35F
S9100 | WB35F | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
Focus manually | ![]() | Very precise focusing | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | No selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Neither comes with Touch friendly display |
Nikon S9100 vs Samsung WB35F Physical Comparison
In case you're going to carry your camera regularly, you need to factor its weight and size. The Nikon S9100 comes with exterior measurements of 105mm x 62mm x 35mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.4") with a weight of 214 grams (0.47 lbs) and the Samsung WB35F has specifications of 101mm x 61mm x 28mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 1.1") and a weight of 194 grams (0.43 lbs).
Check the Nikon S9100 versus Samsung WB35F in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Always remember, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you have at that moment. Underneath is the front view measurement comparison of the S9100 and the WB35F.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the S9100 and WB35F is 91 and 93 respectively.

Nikon S9100 vs Samsung WB35F Sensor Comparison
Normally, it is difficult to visualise the difference between sensor sizing only by checking a spec sheet. The visual here may give you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the S9100 and WB35F.
As you can see, both of these cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but not the same resolution. You can expect to see the Samsung WB35F to resolve more detail having its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also make it easier to crop images far more aggressively. The older S9100 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor technology.

Nikon S9100 vs Samsung WB35F Screen and ViewFinder


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Nikon S9100 vs Samsung WB35F Specifications
Nikon Coolpix S9100 | Samsung WB35F | |
---|---|---|
General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Nikon | Samsung |
Model | Nikon Coolpix S9100 | Samsung WB35F |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Introduced | 2011-07-19 | 2014-01-07 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | 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 | 12MP | 16MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4608 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 160 | 80 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
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 mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 25-450mm (18.0x) | 24-288mm (12.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.5-5.9 | f/3.1-6.3 |
Macro focus range | 4cm | - |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3 inches | 2.7 inches |
Resolution of screen | 921 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Screen tech | TFT-LCD with Anti-reflection coating | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 4 seconds | 8 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shooting rate | 10.0fps | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 4.00 m | - |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye | - |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
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 data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | - |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | none |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 214 gr (0.47 pounds) | 194 gr (0.43 pounds) |
Dimensions | 105 x 62 x 35mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.4") | 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 | 270 photos | - |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | EN-EL12 | BP70A |
Self timer | Yes (10 or 2 sec) | - |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | MicroSD, MicroSDHC, MicroSDXC |
Card slots | One | One |
Pricing at launch | $329 | $130 |