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Nikon B600 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G

Portability
67
Imaging
43
Features
38
Overall
41
Nikon Coolpix B600 front
 
Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G front
Portability
90
Imaging
40
Features
44
Overall
41

Nikon B600 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Key Specs

Nikon B600
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Display
  • ISO 125 - 6400
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • 24-1440mm (F3.3-6.5) lens
  • 500g - 122 x 82 x 99mm
  • Revealed January 2019
Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 4.8" Fixed Display
  • ISO 100 - 3200
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • 23-481mm (F) lens
  • 305g - 129 x 71 x 19mm
  • Revealed August 2012
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Nikon B600 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Overview

In this write-up, we are evaluating the Nikon B600 versus Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by brands Nikon and Samsung. The image resolution of the B600 (16MP) and the Galaxy Camera 3G (16MP) is very well matched and they come with the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

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The B600 was brought out 6 years after the Galaxy Camera 3G which is quite a sizable gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of these cameras offer different body type with the Nikon B600 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G being a Compact camera.

Before going in to a in-depth comparison, below is a simple overview of how the B600 matches up against the Galaxy Camera 3G when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

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Reasons to pick Nikon B600 over the Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G

 B600 Galaxy Camera 3G 
RevealedJanuary 2019August 2012More modern by 78 months
Display resolution921k0kCrisper display (+921k dot)

Reasons to pick Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G over the Nikon B600

 Galaxy Camera 3G B600 
Display sizing4.8"3"Larger display (+1.8")
Touch friendly display Easily navigate

Common features in the Nikon B600 and Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G

 B600 Galaxy Camera 3G 
Manual focus Lack of manual focus
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Selfie screen Missing selfie screen

Nikon B600 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Physical Comparison

If you are looking to carry around your camera regularly, you need to think about its weight and dimensions. The Nikon B600 has got outer dimensions of 122mm x 82mm x 99mm (4.8" x 3.2" x 3.9") and a weight of 500 grams (1.10 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).

Check out the Nikon B600 versus Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you use at the time. Below is the front view overall size comparison of the B600 against the Galaxy Camera 3G.

Nikon B600 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G size comparison

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the B600 and Galaxy Camera 3G is 67 and 90 respectively.

Nikon B600 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G top view buttons comparison

Nikon B600 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Sensor Comparison

In many cases, it can be hard to see the difference between sensor sizes simply by reading through specs. The pic here will provide you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the B600 and Galaxy Camera 3G.

All in all, the two cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the exact same MP and you should expect similar quality of photos however you need to consider the production date of the products into consideration. The newer B600 will have a benefit with regard to sensor technology.

Nikon B600 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G sensor size comparison

Nikon B600 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Screen and ViewFinder

Nikon B600 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Screen and Viewfinder comparison
Photography Glossary

Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Portrait photography with Nikon B600
Portrait photography with Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G
37
good MP (16MP)
has face detection focusing
manual focus not available
lack of manual exposure
no external flash support
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
30
good megapixels (16 megapixels)
focusing manually not possible
no manual exposure
external flash not possible
small sensor size (1/2.3")
lack of RAW files
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Street Comparison

Nikon B600 Street photography highlights
Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Street photography highlights
44
has image stabilization (Optical)
screen is fixed
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
heavier than competition (500g)
61
image stabilization (Optical)
lighter than others (305g)
screen is fixed
small sensor size (1/2.3")
lack of RAW files
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Sports Comparison

Nikon B600 Sports photography advice
Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Sports photography advice
46
great zoom range (24-1440mm 60.0 x zoom)
has image stabilization (Optical)
good MP (16 megapixels)
has tracking autofocus
lack of shutter priority mode
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
not so great battery pack (280 CIPA)
lacks phase detect AF
45
great zoom range (23-481mm 20.9 x zoom)
image stabilization (Optical)
good megapixels (16 megapixels)
lack of shutter priority mode
small sensor size (1/2.3")
lack of phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

Travel photography with Nikon B600
Travel photography with Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G
53
good MP (16 megapixels)
has built in flash
relatively wide (24mm)
long zoom (1440mm)
no Time Lapse recording
not so great battery pack (280 CIPA)
heavier than competition (500g)
does not have selfie friendly display
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.3)
72
lighter than others (305g)
good megapixels (16 megapixels)
relatively wide (23mm)
very long reach (481mm)
very good maximum aperture (f)
lack of Timelapse function
display is not selfie friendly
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Landscape Comparison

Nikon B600 as a Landscape photography camera
Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G as a Landscape photography camera
40
relatively wide (24mm)
screen size is good (3 inch)
has image stabilization (Optical)
good MP (16MP)
manual focus not available
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.3)
lack of manual exposure
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
not so great battery pack (280 per charge)
no Time Lapse recording
47
relatively wide (23mm)
very good maximum aperture (f)
big screen (4.8 inch)
image stabilization (Optical)
good megapixels (16MP)
focusing manually not possible
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
no manual exposure
small sensor size (1/2.3")
lack of RAW files
lack of Timelapse function
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Vlogging Comparison

Nikon B600 as a Vlogging camera
Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G as a Vlogging camera
27
relatively wide (24mm)
has image stabilization (Optical)
has face detection focusing
video resolution high (1920 x 1080 pxls)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.3)
does not have selfie friendly display
no external mic jack
heavier than competition (500 grams)
37
relatively wide (23mm)
very good maximum aperture (f)
has touchscreen
image stabilization (Optical)
high res video (1920 x 1080 pxls)
lighter than others (305g)
display is not selfie friendly
lack of microphone port
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Nikon B600 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Nikon B600 and Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G
 Nikon Coolpix B600Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G
General Information
Brand Nikon Samsung
Model type Nikon Coolpix B600 Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G
Class Small Sensor Superzoom Small Sensor Superzoom
Revealed 2019-01-18 2012-08-29
Body design SLR-like (bridge) Compact
Sensor Information
Processor Chip - 1.4GHz Quad-Core
Sensor type BSI-CMOS BSI-CMOS
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor measurements 6.17 x 4.55mm 6.17 x 4.55mm
Sensor surface area 28.1mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 16 megapixel 16 megapixel
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 -
Max resolution 4608 x 3456 -
Max native ISO 6400 3200
Minimum native ISO 125 100
RAW support
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Touch focus
AF continuous
Single AF
Tracking AF
AF selectice
Center weighted AF
Multi area AF
Live view AF
Face detect AF
Contract detect AF
Phase detect AF
Lens
Lens support fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 24-1440mm (60.0x) 23-481mm (20.9x)
Highest aperture f/3.3-6.5 -
Macro focusing distance 1cm -
Crop factor 5.8 5.8
Screen
Range of display Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display sizing 3" 4.8"
Display resolution 921k dot 0k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch capability
Display tech - 308 ppi, HD Super Clear Touch Display
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Minimum shutter speed 1 seconds -
Fastest shutter speed 1/4000 seconds -
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Change WB
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash distance 6.80 m (with Auto ISO) no built-in flash
Flash settings - no built-in flash
Hot shoe
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, MP4, H.264, AAC 1920 x 1080
Max video resolution 1920x1080 1920x1080
Video format MPEG-4, H.264 MPEG-4, H.264
Microphone jack
Headphone jack
Connectivity
Wireless Built-In Built-In
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB EN-EL12 lithium-ion battery & USB charger none
GPS None BuiltIn
Physical
Environment seal
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 500 gr (1.10 lb) 305 gr (0.67 lb)
Dimensions 122 x 82 x 99mm (4.8" x 3.2" x 3.9") 129 x 71 x 19mm (5.1" x 2.8" x 0.7")
DXO scores
DXO Overall rating not tested not tested
DXO Color Depth rating not tested not tested
DXO Dynamic range rating not tested not tested
DXO Low light rating not tested not tested
Other
Battery life 280 photos -
Type of battery Battery Pack -
Self timer Yes (3 or 10 sec) -
Time lapse recording
Type of storage Internal + SD/SDHC/SDXC card micro SD/micro SDHC/micro SDXC
Storage slots Single Single
Cost at release $297 $606