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Nikon S9900 vs Samsung WB50F

Portability
88
Imaging
40
Features
60
Overall
48
Nikon Coolpix S9900 front
 
Samsung WB50F front
Portability
92
Imaging
40
Features
36
Overall
38

Nikon S9900 vs Samsung WB50F Key Specs

Nikon S9900
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fully Articulated Screen
  • ISO 100 - 6400
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • 25-750mm (F3.7-6.4) lens
  • 289g - 112 x 66 x 40mm
  • Announced February 2015
  • Earlier Model is Nikon S9700
Samsung WB50F
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 80 - 3200
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 24-288mm (F3.1-6.3) lens
  • 207g - 101 x 68 x 27mm
  • Announced January 2014
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Nikon S9900 vs Samsung WB50F Overview

Its time to examine more closely at the Nikon S9900 and Samsung WB50F, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by brands Nikon and Samsung. The image resolution of the S9900 (16MP) and the WB50F (16MP) is pretty well matched and they enjoy the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

Photography Glossary

The S9900 was manufactured 14 months after the WB50F which makes the cameras a generation away from each other. Both of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go straight into a in depth comparison, below is a simple summation of how the S9900 matches up against the WB50F when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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Reasons to pick Nikon S9900 over the Samsung WB50F

 S9900 WB50F 
AnnouncedFebruary 2015January 2014Newer by 14 months
Screen typeFully ArticulatedFixed Fully Articulating screen
Screen resolution921k460kCrisper screen (+461k dot)
Selfie screen Easy selfies

Reasons to pick Samsung WB50F over the Nikon S9900

 WB50F S9900 
Focus manually Very exact focusing

Common features in the Nikon S9900 and Samsung WB50F

 S9900 WB50F 
Screen dimension3"3"Identical screen measurement
Touch friendly screen Neither provides Touch friendly screen

Nikon S9900 vs Samsung WB50F Physical Comparison

For those who are going to travel with your camera often, you will need to factor in its weight and volume. The Nikon S9900 provides physical measurements of 112mm x 66mm x 40mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.6") and a weight of 289 grams (0.64 lbs) and the Samsung WB50F has sizing of 101mm x 68mm x 27mm (4.0" x 2.7" x 1.1") with a weight of 207 grams (0.46 lbs).

Compare the Nikon S9900 and Samsung WB50F in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are employing at that moment. Underneath is the front view measurements comparison of the S9900 against the WB50F.

Nikon S9900 vs Samsung WB50F size comparison

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the S9900 and WB50F is 88 and 92 respectively.

Nikon S9900 vs Samsung WB50F top view buttons comparison

Nikon S9900 vs Samsung WB50F Sensor Comparison

Generally, it is tough to see the difference between sensor dimensions just by reading through specs. The image underneath may provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the S9900 and WB50F.

All in all, each of the cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements and the exact same MP therefore you should expect similar quality of images however you really should consider the release date of the products into consideration. The younger S9900 is going to have an advantage when it comes to sensor innovation.

Nikon S9900 vs Samsung WB50F sensor size comparison

Nikon S9900 vs Samsung WB50F Screen and ViewFinder

Nikon S9900 vs Samsung WB50F Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Portrait photography with Nikon S9900
Portrait photography with Samsung WB50F
37
MP count good (16 megapixels)
features face detection focusing
focusing manually not possible
can't use external flash
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW support
37
you can focus manually
decent MP (16MP)
no manual mode
external flash not possible
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
lack of RAW files
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Street Comparison

Nikon S9900 as a Street photography camera
Samsung WB50F as a Street photography camera
68
fully articulated screen
has image stabilization (Optical)
lighter than competitors in class (289g)
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW support
62
has image stabilization (Optical)
lighter than competitors in class (207 grams)
screen does not articulate
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
lack of RAW files
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Sports Comparison

Nikon S9900 as a Sports photography camera
Samsung WB50F as a Sports photography camera
53
amazing zoom range (25-750mm 30.0 x zoom)
has image stabilization (Optical)
MP count good (16MP)
features tracking autofocus
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
does not have phase detect AF
40
has image stabilization (Optical)
decent MP (16MP)
lack of shutter priority mode
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
lack of phase detect auto focus
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Travel Comparison

Nikon S9900 Travel photography info
Samsung WB50F Travel photography info
77
lighter than competitors in class (289g)
MP count good (16 megapixels)
built-in flash
screen is selfie friendly
relatively wide (25mm)
very long reach (750mm)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.7)
69
lighter than competitors in class (207g)
decent MP (16MP)
has built in flash
rather wide (24mm)
very long reach (288mm)
lack of Time Lapse mode
does not have selfie friendly screen
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.1)
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Landscape Comparison

Nikon S9900 Landscape photography details
Samsung WB50F Landscape photography details
47
relatively wide (25mm)
screen size is good (3 inches)
has image stabilization (Optical)
MP count good (16MP)
focusing manually not possible
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.7)
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW support
47
you can focus manually
rather wide (24mm)
decent sized screen (3 inch)
has image stabilization (Optical)
decent MP (16 megapixels)
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.1)
no manual mode
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
lack of RAW files
lack of Time Lapse mode
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Vlogging Comparison

Nikon S9900 Vlogging advice
Samsung WB50F Vlogging advice
73
relatively wide (25mm)
screen is selfie friendly
has image stabilization (Optical)
features face detection focusing
high quality video (1920 x 1080 resolution)
lighter than competitors in class (289 grams)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.7)
missing external mic socket
30
rather wide (24mm)
has image stabilization (Optical)
lighter than competitors in class (207g)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.1)
does not have selfie friendly screen
low video resolution (1280 x 720 pixels)
lack of external mic port
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Nikon S9900 vs Samsung WB50F Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Nikon S9900 and Samsung WB50F
 Nikon Coolpix S9900Samsung WB50F
General Information
Company Nikon Samsung
Model type Nikon Coolpix S9900 Samsung WB50F
Category Small Sensor Superzoom Small Sensor Superzoom
Announced 2015-02-10 2014-01-07
Body design Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Sensor type CMOS CCD
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor dimensions 6.17 x 4.55mm 6.17 x 4.55mm
Sensor surface area 28.1mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 16 megapixel 16 megapixel
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 4:3 4:3 and 16:9
Peak resolution 4608 x 3456 4608 x 3456
Highest native ISO 6400 3200
Minimum native ISO 100 80
RAW files
Autofocusing
Manual focusing
AF touch
AF continuous
AF single
Tracking AF
AF selectice
Center weighted AF
Multi area AF
Live view AF
Face detection focusing
Contract detection focusing
Phase detection focusing
Cross type focus points - -
Lens
Lens mount type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 25-750mm (30.0x) 24-288mm (12.0x)
Highest aperture f/3.7-6.4 f/3.1-6.3
Macro focusing range 1cm -
Crop factor 5.8 5.8
Screen
Range of screen Fully Articulated Fixed Type
Screen diagonal 3 inch 3 inch
Screen resolution 921k dot 460k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch function
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None None
Features
Minimum shutter speed 8s -
Fastest shutter speed 1/4000s -
Continuous shutter speed 7.0 frames/s -
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual exposure
Exposure compensation Yes -
Change WB
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash distance 6.00 m (at Auto ISO) -
Hot shoe
Auto exposure bracketing
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment exposure
Average exposure
Spot exposure
Partial exposure
AF area exposure
Center weighted exposure
Video features
Supported video resolutions 1920 x 1080 (60i, 50i, 30p, 25p), 1280 x 720 (30p, 25p), 640 x 480 (30p, 25p) 1280 x 720
Highest video resolution 1920x1080 1280x720
Video file format MPEG-4, H.264 -
Mic jack
Headphone jack
Connectivity
Wireless Built-In Built-In
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) none
GPS BuiltIn None
Physical
Environment seal
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 289 gr (0.64 lb) 207 gr (0.46 lb)
Dimensions 112 x 66 x 40mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.6") 101 x 68 x 27mm (4.0" x 2.7" x 1.1")
DXO scores
DXO Overall 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 300 images -
Form of battery Battery Pack -
Battery ID EN-EL19 BP70A
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 secs) -
Time lapse recording
Storage media SD/SDHC/SDXC MicroSD, MicroSDHC, MicroSDXC
Storage slots One One
Cost at release $300 $180