Nikon L100 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G

Here is a in depth analysis of the Nikon L100 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by rivals Nikon and Samsung. There exists a large gap among the sensor resolutions of the L100 (10MP) and Galaxy Camera 3G (16MP) but they feature the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The L100 was introduced 4 years earlier than the Galaxy Camera 3G and that is a fairly serious difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting through a comprehensive comparison, below is a short summary of how the L100 matches up against the Galaxy Camera 3G in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix L100 & Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G. The whole galleries are viewable at Nikon L100 Gallery & Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Gallery.

For anybody who is looking to carry your camera frequently, you'll have to think about its weight and measurements. The Nikon L100 provides outer dimensions of 110mm x 72mm x 78mm (4.3" x 2.8" x 3.1") and a weight of 360 grams (0.79 lbs) whilst the Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G has proportions of 129mm x 71mm x 19mm (5.1" x 2.8" x 0.7") with a weight of 305 grams (0.67 lbs).

Take a look at the Nikon L100 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you select at that time. Here is the front view sizing comparison of the L100 against the Galaxy Camera 3G.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the L100 and Galaxy Camera 3G is 79 and 90 respectively.

Sometimes, its difficult to see the gap in sensor sizing just by seeing specifications. The visual here will provide you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the L100 and Galaxy Camera 3G.

To sum up, each of the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but not the same megapixels. You can anticipate the Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G to show extra detail using its extra 6 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also let you crop pics a little more aggressively. The older L100 will be behind when it comes to sensor tech.