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Nikon L26 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G

Portability
93
Imaging
39
Features
24
Overall
33
Nikon Coolpix L26 front
 
Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G front
Portability
90
Imaging
39
Features
44
Overall
41

Nikon L26 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G Key Specs

Nikon L26
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 80 - 1600
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 26-130mm (F3.2-6.5) lens
  • 164g - 96 x 60 x 29mm
  • Introduced February 2012
Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G
(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
  • Launched August 2012
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Nikon L26 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G Overview

In this article, we are reviewing the Nikon L26 and Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals Nikon and Samsung. The image resolution of the L26 (16MP) and the Galaxy Camera 4G (16MP) is very comparable and they feature the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The L26 was brought out 7 months earlier than the Galaxy Camera 4G which means that they are of a similar generation. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before going straight into a detailed comparison, below is a brief synopsis of how the L26 scores against the Galaxy Camera 4G in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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Reasons to pick Nikon L26 over the Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G

 L26 Galaxy Camera 4G 
Display resolution230k0kCrisper display (+230k dot)

Reasons to pick Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G over the Nikon L26

 Galaxy Camera 4G L26 
LaunchedAugust 2012February 2012Newer by 7 months
Display sizing4.8"3"Larger display (+1.8")
Touch display Easily navigate

Common features in the Nikon L26 and Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G

 L26 Galaxy Camera 4G 
Manually focus Lack of manual focus
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Selfie screen Neither features selfie screen

Nikon L26 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G Physical Comparison

In case you're aiming to travel with your camera regularly, you'll need to factor in its weight and measurements. The Nikon L26 enjoys physical dimensions of 96mm x 60mm x 29mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.1") with a weight of 164 grams (0.36 lbs) while the Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G has proportions of 129mm x 71mm x 19mm (5.1" x 2.8" x 0.7") along with a weight of 305 grams (0.67 lbs).

Look at the Nikon L26 and Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are utilising during that time. Following is the front view measurements comparison of the L26 vs the Galaxy Camera 4G.

Nikon L26 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G size comparison

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the L26 and Galaxy Camera 4G is 93 and 90 respectively.

Nikon L26 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G top view buttons comparison

Nikon L26 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G Sensor Comparison

Often, it is very tough to picture the contrast in sensor dimensions merely by checking out specifications. The picture below might provide you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the L26 and Galaxy Camera 4G.

To sum up, both of these cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the exact same megapixels therefore you should expect comparable quality of files however you need to consider the production date of the cameras into account. The more aged L26 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.

Nikon L26 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G sensor size comparison

Nikon L26 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G Screen and ViewFinder

Nikon L26 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Nikon L26 Portrait photography advice
Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G Portrait photography advice
34
megapixel count good (16MP)
comes with face detect focus
no manual focus
manual exposure not available
no external flash support
small sensor size (1/2.3")
lack of RAW format
30
MP count decent (16 megapixels)
focusing manually not possible
no manual control
external flash not possible
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW support
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Street Comparison

Nikon L26 Street photography highlights
Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G Street photography highlights
47
no moving screen
does not have image stabilization
small sensor size (1/2.3")
lack of RAW format
61
has image stabilization (Optical)
lighter than competition (305g)
no articulating screen
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW support
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Sports Comparison

Nikon L26 as a Sports photography camera
Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G as a Sports photography camera
27
megapixel count good (16MP)
no shutter priority mode
does not have image stabilization
small sensor size (1/2.3")
bad battery life (200 per charge)
lack of phase detect auto focus
44
long zoom range (23-481mm 20.9 x zoom)
has image stabilization (Optical)
MP count decent (16 megapixels)
lack of shutter priority mode
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
does not have phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

Travel photography with Nikon L26
Travel photography with Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G
62
megapixel count good (16 megapixels)
has built in flash
decently wide (26mm)
doesn't have Timelapse recording
bad battery life (200 per charge)
display isn't selfie friendly
slow max aperture (f3.2)
72
lighter than competition (305 grams)
MP count decent (16 megapixels)
reasonably wide (23mm)
great zoom (481mm)
very good max aperture (f)
does not have Time Lapse function
screen isn't selfie friendly
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Landscape Comparison

Landscape photography with Nikon L26
Landscape photography with Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G
37
decently wide (26mm)
nice screen size (3 inch)
megapixel count good (16 megapixels)
no manual focus
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
slow max aperture (f3.2)
manual exposure not available
does not have image stabilization
small sensor size (1/2.3")
lack of RAW format
bad battery life (200 CIPA)
doesn't have Timelapse recording
47
reasonably wide (23mm)
very good max aperture (f)
bigger than average screen (4.8 inch)
has image stabilization (Optical)
MP count decent (16 megapixels)
focusing manually not possible
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
no manual control
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW support
does not have Time Lapse function
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Vlogging Comparison

Nikon L26 Vlogging info
Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G Vlogging info
28
decently wide (26mm)
comes with face detect focus
slow max aperture (f3.2)
display isn't selfie friendly
does not have image stabilization
low video resolution (1280 x 720 pixels)
doesn't have microphone jack
36
reasonably wide (23mm)
very good max aperture (f)
touchscreen capability
has image stabilization (Optical)
video res high (1920 x 1080 pxls)
lighter than competition (305g)
screen isn't selfie friendly
does not have mic port
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Nikon L26 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Nikon L26 and Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G
 Nikon Coolpix L26Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G
General Information
Manufacturer Nikon Samsung
Model Nikon Coolpix L26 Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G
Category Small Sensor Compact Small Sensor Superzoom
Introduced 2012-02-01 2012-08-29
Body design Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Processor - 1.4GHz Quad-Core
Sensor type CCD BSI-CMOS
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor dimensions 6.17 x 4.55mm 6.17 x 4.55mm
Sensor surface area 28.1mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 16 megapixels 16 megapixels
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 4:3 and 16:9 -
Full resolution 4608 x 3456 -
Max native ISO 1600 3200
Minimum native ISO 80 100
RAW format
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Autofocus touch
Continuous autofocus
Autofocus single
Tracking autofocus
Selective autofocus
Autofocus center weighted
Autofocus multi area
Autofocus live view
Face detection autofocus
Contract detection autofocus
Phase detection autofocus
Cross focus points - -
Lens
Lens mounting type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range 26-130mm (5.0x) 23-481mm (20.9x)
Largest aperture f/3.2-6.5 -
Macro focus distance 10cm -
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.8
Screen
Screen type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen diagonal 3" 4.8"
Resolution of screen 230k dot 0k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch operation
Screen technology TFT-LCD with Anti-reflection coating 308 ppi, HD Super Clear Touch Display
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Slowest shutter speed 4 seconds -
Maximum shutter speed 1/2000 seconds -
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Change white balance
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash range - no built-in flash
Flash settings Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow-sync no built-in flash
External flash
AEB
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment metering
Average metering
Spot metering
Partial metering
AF area metering
Center weighted metering
Video features
Video resolutions 1280 x 720p (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30fps) 1920 x 1080
Max video resolution 1280x720 1920x1080
Video file format MPEG-4 MPEG-4, H.264
Mic jack
Headphone jack
Connectivity
Wireless None Built-In
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) none
GPS None BuiltIn
Physical
Environmental seal
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 164g (0.36 pounds) 305g (0.67 pounds)
Dimensions 96 x 60 x 29mm (3.8" x 2.4" 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 life 200 images -
Style of battery AA -
Battery model 2 x AA -
Self timer Yes -
Time lapse recording
Type of storage SD/SDHC/SDXC micro SD/micro SDHC/micro SDXC
Storage slots One One
Launch cost $70 $550