Nikon L100 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 2

Following is a extensive comparison of the Nikon L100 versus Samsung Galaxy Camera 2, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by rivals Nikon and Samsung. There exists a substantial gap among the image resolutions of the L100 (10MP) and Galaxy Camera 2 (16MP) but both cameras posses the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The L100 was manufactured 5 years earlier than the Galaxy Camera 2 which is a fairly big difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before getting straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a concise overview of how the L100 scores versus the Galaxy Camera 2 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix L100 & Samsung Galaxy Camera 2. The entire galleries are available at Nikon L100 Gallery & Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 Gallery.

For anyone who is planning to carry around your camera regularly, you should factor its weight and proportions. The Nikon L100 has outside measurements of 110mm x 72mm x 78mm (4.3" x 2.8" x 3.1") with a weight of 360 grams (0.79 lbs) whilst the Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 has measurements of 133mm x 71mm x 19mm (5.2" x 2.8" x 0.7") having a weight of 283 grams (0.62 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are utilising at that time. Here is a front view measurement comparison of the L100 versus the Galaxy Camera 2.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the L100 and Galaxy Camera 2 is 79 and 90 respectively.

Sometimes, it is tough to visualize the gap in sensor sizes purely by going through technical specs. The picture below will give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the L100 and Galaxy Camera 2.

As you can tell, both of these cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit different MP. You can count on the Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 to show extra detail due to its extra 6MP. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop shots way more aggressively. The more aged L100 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.