Nikon S9500 vs Samsung ST150F
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Nikon S9500 vs Samsung ST150F Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 18MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 125 - 1600
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-550mm (F) lens
- 205g - 110 x 60 x 31mm
- Released January 2013
- Replaced the Nikon S9300
- Renewed by Nikon S9700
(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
- Announced January 2013
Nikon S9500 vs Samsung ST150F Overview
Here is a complete review of the Nikon S9500 and Samsung ST150F, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Nikon and Samsung. The resolution of the S9500 (18MP) and the ST150F (16MP) is very comparable and they come with the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").
Ulanzi's Tripod Ensures Ultra Smooth FilmingThe S9500 was released around the same time to the ST150F which means that they are both of a similar generation. Both of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before we go through a comprehensive comparison, below is a quick summary of how the S9500 matches up vs the ST150F with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Nikon S9500 vs Samsung ST150F Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix S9500 and Samsung ST150F. The complete galleries are available at Nikon S9500 Gallery and Samsung ST150F Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S9500 over the Samsung ST150F
S9500 | ST150F | |||
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Display resolution | 614k | 230k | Clearer display (+384k dot) |
Reasons to pick Samsung ST150F over the Nikon S9500
ST150F | S9500 |
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Common features in the Nikon S9500 and Samsung ST150F
S9500 | ST150F | |||
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Announced | January 2013 | January 2013 | Same generation | |
Manual focus | No manual focusing | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display dimension | 3" | 3" | Identical display size | |
Selfie screen | Neither has selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly display | Lack of Touch friendly display |
Nikon S9500 vs Samsung ST150F Physical Comparison
For those who are aiming to carry your camera frequently, you should factor its weight and measurements. The Nikon S9500 has outer dimensions of 110mm x 60mm x 31mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.2") accompanied by a weight of 205 grams (0.45 lbs) and the Samsung ST150F has proportions of 94mm x 58mm x 18mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.7") and a weight of 114 grams (0.25 lbs).
See the Nikon S9500 and Samsung ST150F in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you use during that time. Underneath is the front view over all size comparison of the S9500 vs the ST150F.
Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the S9500 and ST150F is 92 and 96 respectively.
Nikon S9500 vs Samsung ST150F Sensor Comparison
Usually, it's tough to visualize the gap in sensor sizing only by going through specs. The visual underneath should give you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the S9500 and ST150F.
As you can plainly see, both the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but different resolution. You should expect to see the Nikon S9500 to produce extra detail as a result of its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also help you crop images much more aggressively.
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Nikon S9500 vs Samsung ST150F Specifications
Nikon Coolpix S9500 | Samsung ST150F | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Nikon | Samsung |
Model type | Nikon Coolpix S9500 | Samsung ST150F |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
Released | 2013-01-29 | 2013-01-07 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.16 x 4.62mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.5mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 18 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Full resolution | 4896 x 3672 | 4608 x 3456 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 125 | 100 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Total focus points | 99 | - |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 25-550mm (22.0x) | 25-125mm (5.0x) |
Maximum aperture | - | f/2.5-6.3 |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3" | 3" |
Display resolution | 614k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Display technology | OLED monitor | QVGA TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 4 secs | 1 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/1500 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shooting rate | 7.5fps | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15fps) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | - | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | BuiltIn | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 205 grams (0.45 lbs) | 114 grams (0.25 lbs) |
Dimensions | 110 x 60 x 31mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.2") | 94 x 58 x 18mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 | 230 pictures | - |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | EN-EL12 | - |
Self timer | - | Yes |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | microSD/microSDHC/microSDXC |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Price at launch | $230 | $300 |