Nikon L21 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G
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Nikon L21 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 8MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 64 - 1600
- 640 x 480 video
- 38-136mm (F3.1-6.7) lens
- 169g - 92 x 67 x 28mm
- Released February 2010
(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
- Introduced August 2012

Nikon L21 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G Overview
Lets examine more in depth at the Nikon L21 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by competitors Nikon and Samsung. There is a big difference among the resolutions of the L21 (8MP) and Galaxy Camera 4G (16MP) but they feature the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

The L21 was released 3 years before the Galaxy Camera 4G and that is a fairly big gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before delving straight into a thorough comparison, below is a concise summation of how the L21 matches up versus the Galaxy Camera 4G in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Nikon L21 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix L21 and Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G. The complete galleries are provided at Nikon L21 Gallery and Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon L21 over the Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G
L21 | Galaxy Camera 4G | |||
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Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 0k | Sharper display (+230k dot) |
Reasons to pick Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G over the Nikon L21
Galaxy Camera 4G | L21 | |||
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Introduced | August 2012 | ![]() | February 2010 | More recent by 31 months |
Display sizing | 4.8" | ![]() | 2.5" | Larger display (+2.3") |
Touch display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Nikon L21 and Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G
L21 | Galaxy Camera 4G | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Lack of manual focusing | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither has selfie screen |
Nikon L21 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G Physical Comparison
When you are going to lug around your camera frequently, you'll need to take into account its weight and size. The Nikon L21 has physical measurements of 92mm x 67mm x 28mm (3.6" x 2.6" x 1.1") and a weight of 169 grams (0.37 lbs) and the Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G has specifications of 129mm x 71mm x 19mm (5.1" x 2.8" x 0.7") and a weight of 305 grams (0.67 lbs).
Check out the Nikon L21 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are utilizing at that time. Following is the front view scale comparison of the L21 and the Galaxy Camera 4G.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the L21 and Galaxy Camera 4G is 93 and 90 respectively.

Nikon L21 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G Sensor Comparison
Usually, it can be hard to visualize the contrast in sensor measurements purely by going through specifications. The visual here will help give you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the L21 and Galaxy Camera 4G.
To sum up, the two cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but different resolution. You should expect to see the Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G to show greater detail as a result of its extra 8 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also let you crop images a little more aggressively. The older L21 will be behind with regard to sensor technology.

Nikon L21 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G Screen and ViewFinder


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Nikon L21 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G Specifications
Nikon Coolpix L21 | Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Nikon | Samsung |
Model | Nikon Coolpix L21 | Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Released | 2010-02-03 | 2012-08-29 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | Expeed C2 | 1.4GHz Quad-Core |
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 27.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 8 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | - |
Highest resolution | 3648 x 2736 | - |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 64 | 100 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 38-136mm (3.6x) | 23-481mm (20.9x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.1-6.7 | - |
Macro focus distance | 5cm | - |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 2.5" | 4.8" |
Resolution of screen | 230 thousand dots | 0 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Screen technology | - | 308 ppi, HD Super Clear Touch Display |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 8 secs | - |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | - | no built-in flash |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, Slow Syncro | no built-in flash |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 |
Highest video resolution | 640x480 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | 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 | 169 grams (0.37 pounds) | 305 grams (0.67 pounds) |
Dimensions | 92 x 67 x 28mm (3.6" x 2.6" x 1.1") | 129 x 71 x 19mm (5.1" x 2.8" x 0.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 model | 2 x AA | - |
Self timer | Yes | - |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC, Internal | micro SD/micro SDHC/micro SDXC |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Launch cost | $180 | $550 |