• 1/2.33 inch 28.2mm2
  • 10.1 megapixels
  • 27.00mm - 486.00mm (35mm eq.)
  • 1/2.3 inch 28.1mm2
  • 16.2 megapixels
  • 22.00mm - 580.00mm (35mm eq.)

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Differences

Nikon P80 advantages over Samsung WB100

  • Eye-level viewfinder
    Eye-level vs Rear display only
    You'll be able to frame photos even when the sun is out
  • Bigger pixels
    ~ 1.68 vs 1.34 microns
    Better low-light and dynamic range (all else equal)
  • Higher extended ISO
    6400 vs 80 ISO
    Higher extended ISO can give more low-light flexibility

Samsung WB100 advantages over Nikon P80

  • Less expensive
    $230 vs $400 (MSRP)
    Save money for lenses or accessories
  • In-camera panoramas
    Yes vs No
    Stitches multiple shots into a panoramic photo
  • Built-in Wi-Fi
    Wi-Fi vs None
    Share your photos wirelessly
  • More telephoto lens reach
    580 mm vs 486 mm
    Capture objects farther away
  • More pixels
    16.2 vs 10.1 megapixels
    Higher resolution photos
  • Wider angle lens
    22 mm vs 27 mm
    Capture more of the scene

Similarities

Common Strengths

  • In-Camera Image Stabilization
    Both provide
    Reduces the effects of camera shake at slower shutter speeds
  • Internal flash
    Both provide
    Useful in a pinch for fill flash
  • Manual focus
    Both provide
    AF is for the weak. Real photographers focus manually.

Common Weaknesses

  • Tilt-swivel screen
    Neither provide
    Tilt and swivel the screen for maximum shooting flexibility
  • Focus peaking
    Neither provide
    Your camera will highlight what's in focus
  • Touchscreen
    Neither provide
    Interact with your camera just like your smartphone
  • Tiltable Screen
    Neither provide
    Tilt the screen for shooting flexbility
  • Built-in Bluetooth
    Neither provide
    Always-on wireless connectivity
  • Built-in GPS
    Neither provide
    Geotag your photos
  • On-sensor phase detect
    Neither provide
    Usually improves live view and video AF performance
  • Integrated ND filter
    Neither provide
    Shoot in daylight with a large aperture or slow shutter
  • External Mic Jack
    Neither provide
    Improved sound fidelity when shooting video
  • HDMI out
    Neither provide
    Use HDMI output to monitor or review video
  • Hot shoe
    Neither provide
    Off-camera flashes open new possibilities
  • Headphone jack
    Neither provide
    Monitor audio recording while you shoot video
  • Bulb shutter
    Neither provide
    Hold the shutter open manually for long exposures
  • Slow-motion videos
    Neither provide
    Shoot slow-motion videos

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The Competition

Compared to Fujifilm S8100fd

Nikon P80
Fujifilm S8100fd
  • $400
  • 1/2.33 inch
  • Longer exposure
  • $399
  • 1/2.3 inch

Compare Nikon P80 vs Fujifilm S8100fd

Samsung WB100
Fujifilm S8100fd
  • $200
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Less expensive
  • In-camera panoramas
  • $399
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Eye-level viewfinder
  • Bigger pixels

Compare Samsung WB100 vs Fujifilm S8100fd

Compared to Olympus SP-565UZ

Nikon P80
Olympus SP-565UZ
  • $400
  • 1/2.33 inch
  • $400
  • 1/2.33 inch
  • Longer stills battery life
  • Hot shoe

Compare Nikon P80 vs Olympus SP-565UZ

Samsung WB100
Olympus SP-565UZ
  • $200
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Less expensive
  • In-camera panoramas
  • $400
  • 1/2.33 inch
  • Eye-level viewfinder
  • Bigger pixels

Compare Samsung WB100 vs Olympus SP-565UZ

Compared to Panasonic DMC-FZ35

Nikon P80
Panasonic DMC-FZ35
  • $400
  • 1/2.33 inch
  • Bigger JPEG buffer
  • $400
  • 1/2.33 inch
  • Fast startup
  • Longer stills battery life

Compare Nikon P80 vs Panasonic DMC-FZ35

Samsung WB100
Panasonic DMC-FZ35
  • $200
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Less expensive
  • In-camera panoramas
  • $400
  • 1/2.33 inch
  • Eye-level viewfinder
  • HDMI out

Compare Samsung WB100 vs Panasonic DMC-FZ35

Compared to Nikon L810

Nikon P80
Nikon L810
  • $400
  • 1/2.33 inch
  • Eye-level viewfinder
  • Bigger pixels
  • $280
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Less expensive
  • More telephoto lens reach

Compare Nikon P80 vs Nikon L810

Samsung WB100
Nikon L810
  • $200
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Less expensive
  • In-camera panoramas
  • $280
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • HDMI out
  • Higher extended ISO

Compare Samsung WB100 vs Nikon L810

Compared to Nikon L820

Nikon P80
Nikon L820
  • $400
  • 1/2.33 inch
  • Eye-level viewfinder
  • Bigger pixels
  • $199
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Less expensive
  • More telephoto lens reach

Compare Nikon P80 vs Nikon L820

Samsung WB100
Nikon L820
  • $200
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Less expensive
  • In-camera panoramas
  • $199
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • More telephoto lens reach
  • Shoots 1080p video

Compare Samsung WB100 vs Nikon L820

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