Nikon B500 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G
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Nikon B500 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G Key Specs
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- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 23-900mm (F3.0-6.5) lens
- 541g - 114 x 78 x 95mm
- Launched February 2016
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 4.8" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 23-481mm (F) lens
- 305g - 129 x 71 x 19mm
- Launched August 2012
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Lets look more in depth at the Nikon B500 versus Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by companies Nikon and Samsung. The image resolution of the B500 (16MP) and the Galaxy Camera 4G (16MP) is pretty comparable and both cameras have the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").
President Biden pushes bill mandating TikTok sale or banThe B500 was manufactured 3 years after the Galaxy Camera 4G which is a fairly big difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras have different body design with the Nikon B500 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G being a Compact camera.
Before going into a in-depth comparison, here is a quick view of how the B500 scores versus the Galaxy Camera 4G in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
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The following is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix B500 & Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G. The entire galleries are viewable at Nikon B500 Gallery & Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon B500 over the Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G
| B500 | Galaxy Camera 4G | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Launched | February 2016 |  | August 2012 | More modern by 43 months |
| Screen type | Tilting |  | Fixed | Tilting screen |
| Screen resolution | 921k |  | 0k | Crisper screen (+921k dot) |
Reasons to pick Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G over the Nikon B500
| Galaxy Camera 4G | B500 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Screen dimensions | 4.8" |  | 3" | Bigger screen (+1.8") |
| Touch screen |  | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Nikon B500 and Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G
| B500 | Galaxy Camera 4G | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manually focus |  | Lack of manual focus | ||
| Selfie screen |  | Lacking selfie screen |
Nikon B500 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G Physical Comparison
If you're intending to carry around your camera regularly, you will have to take into account its weight and size. The Nikon B500 has physical dimensions of 114mm x 78mm x 95mm (4.5" x 3.1" x 3.7") along with a weight of 541 grams (1.19 lbs) and the Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G has specifications of 129mm x 71mm x 19mm (5.1" x 2.8" x 0.7") having a weight of 305 grams (0.67 lbs).
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Take into account, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are utilizing at that time. Underneath is a front view measurements comparison of the B500 vs the Galaxy Camera 4G.
Using size and weight, the portability grade of the B500 and Galaxy Camera 4G is 68 and 90 respectively.
Nikon B500 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it's hard to visualise the contrast in sensor sizes merely by checking out specifications. The image underneath may provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the B500 and Galaxy Camera 4G.
To sum up, each of the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the same exact MP and you can expect comparable quality of photographs however you might want to take the age of the cameras into account. The more recent B500 will have an edge when it comes to sensor technology.
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Nikon B500 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G Specifications
| Nikon Coolpix B500 | Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Company | Nikon | Samsung |
| Model | Nikon Coolpix B500 | Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G |
| Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
| Launched | 2016-02-23 | 2012-08-29 |
| Physical type | SLR-like (bridge) | Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Chip | - | 1.4GHz Quad-Core |
| Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
| 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 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
| Anti aliasing filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 4:3 | - |
| Max resolution | 4608 x 3456 | - |
| Max native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
| Minimum native ISO | 80 | 100 |
| RAW files | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Focus manually | ||
| Autofocus touch | ||
| Continuous autofocus | ||
| Single autofocus | ||
| Autofocus tracking | ||
| Autofocus selectice | ||
| Autofocus center weighted | ||
| Autofocus multi area | ||
| Live view autofocus | ||
| Face detect focus | ||
| Contract detect focus | ||
| Phase detect focus | ||
| Lens | ||
| Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens focal range | 23-900mm (39.1x) | 23-481mm (20.9x) |
| Maximal aperture | f/3.0-6.5 | - |
| Macro focus distance | 1cm | - |
| Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Display type | Tilting | Fixed Type |
| Display sizing | 3 inches | 4.8 inches |
| Resolution of display | 921k dots | 0k dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch operation | ||
| Display technology | - | 308 ppi, HD Super Clear Touch Display |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Minimum shutter speed | 1 secs | - |
| Fastest shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | - |
| Continuous shutter rate | 7.4 frames/s | - |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manual mode | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
| Custom white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Inbuilt flash | ||
| Flash range | 6.90 m (at Auto ISO) | no built-in flash |
| Flash options | - | no built-in flash |
| External flash | ||
| Auto exposure bracketing | ||
| WB bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment metering | ||
| Average metering | ||
| Spot metering | ||
| Partial metering | ||
| AF area metering | ||
| Center weighted metering | ||
| Video features | ||
| Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60i, 50i, 30p, 25p), 1280 x 720 (60p, 50p, 30p, 25p), 640 x 480 (30p, 25p) | 1920 x 1080 |
| Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
| Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
| Mic support | ||
| Headphone support | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | none |
| GPS | None | BuiltIn |
| Physical | ||
| Environmental sealing | ||
| Water proof | ||
| Dust proof | ||
| Shock proof | ||
| Crush proof | ||
| Freeze proof | ||
| Weight | 541 gr (1.19 pounds) | 305 gr (0.67 pounds) |
| Physical dimensions | 114 x 78 x 95mm (4.5" x 3.1" x 3.7") | 129 x 71 x 19mm (5.1" x 2.8" x 0.7") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
| Other | ||
| Battery life | 600 images | - |
| Type of battery | AA | - |
| Battery model | 4 x AA | - |
| Self timer | Yes (2, 5, 10 secs) | - |
| Time lapse recording | ||
| Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | micro SD/micro SDHC/micro SDXC |
| Card slots | One | One |
| Retail pricing | $300 | $550 |
