Nikon S9500 vs Samsung WB30F
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Nikon S9500 vs Samsung WB30F 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
- Announced January 2013
- Earlier Model is Nikon S9300
- Later Model is Nikon S9700
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-240mm (F3.1-6.3) lens
- 128g - 98 x 58 x 17mm
- Released January 2013

Nikon S9500 vs Samsung WB30F Overview
Its time to examine more closely at the Nikon S9500 versus Samsung WB30F, 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 WB30F (16MP) is very similar and they use the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

The S9500 was unveiled very close to the WB30F and they are both of a similar generation. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before delving through a complete comparison, below is a quick highlight of how the S9500 grades vs the WB30F in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Nikon S9500 vs Samsung WB30F Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix S9500 and Samsung WB30F. The full galleries are provided at Nikon S9500 Gallery and Samsung WB30F Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S9500 over the Samsung WB30F
S9500 | WB30F | |||
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Display resolution | 614k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper display (+384k dot) |
Reasons to pick Samsung WB30F over the Nikon S9500
WB30F | S9500 |
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Common features in the Nikon S9500 and Samsung WB30F
S9500 | WB30F | |||
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Released | January 2013 | ![]() | January 2013 | Similar generation |
Manually focus | ![]() | No manual focusing | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display sizing | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equivalent display size |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither features selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Neither features Touch display |
Nikon S9500 vs Samsung WB30F Physical Comparison
If you are intending to carry your camera, you are going to need to factor in its weight and measurements. The Nikon S9500 enjoys outer measurements of 110mm x 60mm x 31mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.2") having a weight of 205 grams (0.45 lbs) whilst the Samsung WB30F has proportions of 98mm x 58mm x 17mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 128 grams (0.28 lbs).
Analyze the Nikon S9500 versus Samsung WB30F in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are employing at that time. Below is the front view dimensions comparison of the S9500 compared to the WB30F.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the S9500 and WB30F is 92 and 96 respectively.

Nikon S9500 vs Samsung WB30F Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it is very hard to visualize the difference between sensor sizing simply by going over technical specs. The graphic underneath might offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the S9500 and WB30F.
As you have seen, both of these cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but different megapixels. You should expect to see the Nikon S9500 to offer you greater detail having an extra 2MP. Greater resolution will allow you to crop images a little more aggressively.

Nikon S9500 vs Samsung WB30F Screen and ViewFinder


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Nikon S9500 vs Samsung WB30F Specifications
Nikon Coolpix S9500 | Samsung WB30F | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Nikon | Samsung |
Model type | Nikon Coolpix S9500 | Samsung WB30F |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
Announced | 2013-01-29 | 2013-01-07 |
Body design | 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 | 18MP | 16MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Full resolution | 4896 x 3672 | 4608 x 3456 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 125 | 80 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Total focus points | 99 | - |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 25-550mm (22.0x) | 24-240mm (10.0x) |
Maximal aperture | - | f/3.1-6.3 |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3" | 3" |
Display resolution | 614 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Display technology | OLED monitor | QVGA TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 4s | 8s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/1500s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shooting speed | 7.5 frames/s | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported 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 format | - | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
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 | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 205 grams (0.45 lb) | 128 grams (0.28 lb) |
Dimensions | 110 x 60 x 31mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.2") | 98 x 58 x 17mm (3.9" 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 photographs | - |
Battery format | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | EN-EL12 | - |
Self timer | - | Yes |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Pricing at launch | $230 | $180 |