Nikon B700 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 2

On this page, we will be analyzing the Nikon B700 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 2, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by manufacturers Nikon and Samsung. There exists a considerable gap between the resolutions of the B700 (20MP) and Galaxy Camera 2 (16MP) but both cameras have the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The B700 was manufactured 2 years after the Galaxy Camera 2 which is quite a large difference as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras have different body design with the Nikon B700 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 being a Compact camera.

Before we go right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a brief synopsis of how the B700 matches up versus the Galaxy Camera 2 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix B700 & Samsung Galaxy Camera 2. The entire galleries are viewable at Nikon B700 Gallery & Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to carry around your camera frequently, you'll need to take into account its weight and size. The Nikon B700 offers outer measurements of 125mm x 85mm x 107mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 4.2") having a weight of 565 grams (1.25 lbs) whilst the Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 has specifications of 133mm x 71mm x 19mm (5.2" x 2.8" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 283 grams (0.62 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are employing at that moment. The following is a front view measurements comparison of the B700 vs the Galaxy Camera 2.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the B700 and Galaxy Camera 2 is 65 and 90 respectively.

Typically, it can be difficult to picture the contrast between sensor sizes purely by reading through specs. The picture underneath may give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the B700 and Galaxy Camera 2.

All in all, both of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit different MP. You can expect the Nikon B700 to resolve extra detail due to its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop photographs more aggressively. The fresher B700 provides an edge when it comes to sensor technology.