Nikon S9700 vs Samsung WB150F

Below is a extended analysis of the Nikon S9700 and Samsung WB150F, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by manufacturers Nikon and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the S9700 (16MP) and the WB150F (14MP) is pretty close and they use the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The S9700 was released 2 years later than the WB150F and that is a fairly large gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving straight into a in-depth comparison, below is a quick view of how the S9700 matches up against the WB150F in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix S9700 and Samsung WB150F. The complete galleries are viewable at Nikon S9700 Gallery and Samsung WB150F Gallery.

For those who are planning to lug around your camera frequently, you need to consider its weight and size. The Nikon S9700 has exterior dimensions of 110mm x 64mm x 35mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.4") along with a weight of 232 grams (0.51 lbs) while the Samsung WB150F has specifications of 107mm x 61mm x 23mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 0.9") having a weight of 188 grams (0.41 lbs).

Take a look at the Nikon S9700 and Samsung WB150F in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are employing at that time. Below is the front view sizing comparison of the S9700 against the WB150F.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the S9700 and WB150F is 90 and 93 respectively.

In many cases, it is very difficult to visualise the contrast in sensor measurements purely by looking through a spec sheet. The photograph underneath should give you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the S9700 and WB150F.

Clearly, both the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same resolution. You should expect the Nikon S9700 to provide you with more detail as a result of its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop photographs far more aggressively. The newer S9700 will have an advantage with regard to sensor technology.