Nikon B500 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G

Let's examine more closely at the Nikon B500 and Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by rivals Nikon and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the B500 (16MP) and the Galaxy Camera 3G (16MP) is pretty well matched and they possess the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

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

Before getting straight into a detailed comparison, below is a brief summary of how the B500 scores against the Galaxy Camera 3G with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix B500 & Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G. The whole galleries are available at Nikon B500 Gallery & Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Gallery.

For anybody who is looking to carry your camera, you should think about its weight and dimensions. The Nikon B500 has got outside measurements of 114mm x 78mm x 95mm (4.5" x 3.1" x 3.7") along with a weight of 541 grams (1.19 lbs) while the Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G has dimensions of 129mm x 71mm x 19mm (5.1" x 2.8" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 305 grams (0.67 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you have attached at that moment. The following is the front view sizing comparison of the B500 vs the Galaxy Camera 3G.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the B500 and Galaxy Camera 3G is 68 and 90 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is very difficult to imagine the difference between sensor sizing merely by reading through specifications. The photograph below may give you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the B500 and Galaxy Camera 3G.

Plainly, both cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the exact same resolution so you can expect similar quality of photographs but you should always consider the launch date of the products into consideration. The fresher B500 should have a benefit with regard to sensor innovation.