Nikon B500 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera

Below, we are reviewing the Nikon B500 versus Samsung Galaxy Camera, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by companies Nikon and Samsung. The resolution of the B500 (16MP) and the Galaxy Camera (16MP) is very similar and they enjoy the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The B500 was launched 3 years later than the Galaxy Camera and that is quite a significant gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of the cameras come with different body type with the Nikon B500 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Samsung Galaxy Camera being a Compact camera.

Before getting through a comprehensive comparison, below is a concise view of how the B500 matches up vs the Galaxy Camera in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix B500 and Samsung Galaxy Camera. The complete galleries are viewable at Nikon B500 Gallery and Samsung Galaxy Camera Gallery.

In case you're planning to lug around your camera regularly, you'll need to consider its weight and volume. The Nikon B500 has got exterior measurements of 114mm x 78mm x 95mm (4.5" x 3.1" x 3.7") with a weight of 541 grams (1.19 lbs) and the Samsung Galaxy Camera has sizing of 129mm x 71mm x 19mm (5.1" x 2.8" x 0.7") and a weight of 300 grams (0.66 lbs).

Contrast the Nikon B500 versus Samsung Galaxy Camera in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are utilising at that moment. Following is the front view measurements comparison of the B500 vs the Galaxy Camera.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the B500 and Galaxy Camera is 68 and 90 respectively.

Often, it's tough to visualise the gap between sensor measurements just by going over specs. The photograph here will offer you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the B500 and Galaxy Camera.

As you can plainly see, each of the cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements and the exact same megapixels and you should expect similar quality of pictures though you need to factor the release date of the products into consideration. The more recent B500 will have an advantage when it comes to sensor tech.