Nikon S9900 vs Samsung WB350F

Following is a in depth assessment of the Nikon S9900 and Samsung WB350F, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by rivals Nikon and Samsung. The resolution of the S9900 (16MP) and the WB350F (16MP) is very close and both cameras boast the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The S9900 was released 14 months after the WB350F making them a generation away from each other. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before delving straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a concise view of how the S9900 grades vs the WB350F when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix S9900 & Samsung WB350F. The complete galleries are provided at Nikon S9900 Gallery & Samsung WB350F Gallery.

If you are going to carry around your camera often, you will have to factor its weight and size. The Nikon S9900 provides external dimensions of 112mm x 66mm x 40mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.6") and a weight of 289 grams (0.64 lbs) while the Samsung WB350F has specifications of 114mm x 65mm x 25mm (4.5" x 2.6" x 1.0") with a weight of 276 grams (0.61 lbs).

Contrast the Nikon S9900 and Samsung WB350F in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you use at that moment. Below is a front view measurements comparison of the S9900 versus the WB350F.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the S9900 and WB350F is 88 and 90 respectively.

Often, it is very difficult to envision the gap in sensor sizes only by looking through specifications. The pic here will give you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the S9900 and WB350F.

To sum up, each of the cameras feature the identical sensor size and the same exact resolution so you can expect comparable quality of pictures though you may want to factor the launch date of the cameras into account. The more modern S9900 will have an edge with regard to sensor innovation.