• 1/2.5 inch 24.7mm2
  • 9.0 megapixels
  • 38.00mm - 114.00mm (35mm eq.)
  • 1/2.3 inch 28.1mm2
  • 16.2 megapixels
  • 24.00mm - 288.00mm (35mm eq.)

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Differences

Nikon S52c advantages over Samsung WB35F

  • Bigger pixels
    ~ 1.67 vs 1.34 microns
    Better low-light and dynamic range (all else equal)
  • Thinner
    21 mm vs 27 mm
    Thinner

Samsung WB35F advantages over Nikon S52c

  • Less expensive
    $150 vs $280 (MSRP)
    Save money for lenses or accessories
  • Larger sensor
    1/2.3 inch vs 1/2.5 inch
    More sensor area. Bigger is (generally) better.
  • In-camera panoramas
    Yes vs No
    Stitches multiple shots into a panoramic photo
  • More telephoto lens reach
    288 mm vs 114 mm
    Capture objects farther away
  • Manual focus
    Yes vs No
    AF is for the weak. Real photographers focus manually.
  • Newer
    11 years vs 17 years old
    Newer cameras often support more advanced features
  • More pixels
    16.2 vs 9.0 megapixels
    Higher resolution photos
  • Wider angle lens
    24 mm vs 38 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
  • Built-in Wi-Fi
    Both provide
    Share your photos wirelessly
  • Internal flash
    Both provide
    Useful in a pinch for fill flash

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
  • Eye-level viewfinder
    Neither provide
    You'll be able to frame photos even when the sun is out
  • 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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Compared to Samsung i8

Nikon S52c
Samsung i8
  • $225
  • 1/2.5 inch
  • Built-in Wi-Fi
  • Higher extended ISO
  • $186
  • 1/2.5 inch

Compare Nikon S52c vs Samsung i8

Samsung WB35F
Samsung i8
  • $399
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Larger sensor
  • Less expensive
  • $186
  • 1/2.5 inch
  • Bigger pixels
  • Thinner

Compare Samsung WB35F vs Samsung i8

Compared to Panasonic DMC-FS20

Nikon S52c
Panasonic DMC-FS20
  • $225
  • 1/2.5 inch
  • Built-in Wi-Fi
  • $300
  • 1/2.33 inch
  • Larger sensor
  • Longer stills battery life

Compare Nikon S52c vs Panasonic DMC-FS20

Samsung WB35F
Panasonic DMC-FS20
  • $399
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Less expensive
  • In-camera panoramas
  • $300
  • 1/2.33 inch
  • Bigger pixels
  • Higher extended ISO

Compare Samsung WB35F vs Panasonic DMC-FS20

Compared to Nikon S52

Nikon S52c
Nikon S52
  • $225
  • 1/2.5 inch
  • Built-in Wi-Fi
  • $250
  • 1/2.5 inch

Compare Nikon S52c vs Nikon S52

Samsung WB35F
Nikon S52
  • $399
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Larger sensor
  • Less expensive
  • $250
  • 1/2.5 inch
  • Bigger pixels
  • Thinner

Compare Samsung WB35F vs Nikon S52

Compared to Nikon S6500

Nikon S52c
Nikon S6500
  • $225
  • 1/2.5 inch
  • Bigger pixels
  • Longer stills battery life
  • $400
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Less expensive
  • Larger sensor

Compare Nikon S52c vs Nikon S6500

Samsung WB35F
Nikon S6500
  • $399
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Less expensive
  • In-camera panoramas
  • $400
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • HDMI out
  • More dots on screen

Compare Samsung WB35F vs Nikon S6500

Compared to Samsung WB50F

Nikon S52c
Samsung WB50F
  • $225
  • 1/2.5 inch
  • Bigger pixels
  • $299
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Less expensive
  • Larger sensor

Compare Nikon S52c vs Samsung WB50F

Samsung WB35F
Samsung WB50F
  • $399
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Less expensive
  • $299
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • More dots on screen

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