Nikon L28 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera
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Nikon L28 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 1600
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-130mm (F) lens
- 164g - 95 x 60 x 29mm
- Introduced January 2013
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 4.8" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 23-481mm (F2.8-5.9) lens
- 300g - 129 x 71 x 19mm
- Announced February 2013
- Alternate Name is Wi-Fi

Nikon L28 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera Overview
Following is a detailed comparison of the Nikon L28 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by competitors Nikon and Samsung. There is a huge difference between the image resolutions of the L28 (20MP) and Galaxy Camera (16MP) but they possess the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

The L28 was released within a month of the Galaxy Camera so they are of a similar generation. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before we go through a full comparison, below is a short overview of how the L28 scores versus the Galaxy Camera in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Nikon L28 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix L28 and Samsung Galaxy Camera. The complete galleries are viewable at Nikon L28 Gallery and Samsung Galaxy Camera Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon L28 over the Samsung Galaxy Camera
L28 | Galaxy Camera |
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Reasons to pick Samsung Galaxy Camera over the Nikon L28
Galaxy Camera | L28 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Dial exact focusing | ||
Screen sizing | 4.8" | ![]() | 3" | Bigger screen (+1.8") |
Screen resolution | 922k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer screen (+692k dot) |
Touch screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Nikon L28 and Samsung Galaxy Camera
L28 | Galaxy Camera | |||
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Announced | January 2013 | ![]() | February 2013 | Similar generation |
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither includes selfie screen |
Nikon L28 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera Physical Comparison
If you're intending to carry around your camera often, you'll have to think about its weight and proportions. The Nikon L28 features outside dimensions of 95mm x 60mm x 29mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.1") along with a weight of 164 grams (0.36 lbs) while the Samsung Galaxy Camera has measurements of 129mm x 71mm x 19mm (5.1" x 2.8" x 0.7") and a weight of 300 grams (0.66 lbs).
Look at the Nikon L28 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are utilising during that time. Following is the front view size comparison of the L28 versus the Galaxy Camera.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the L28 and Galaxy Camera is 93 and 90 respectively.

Nikon L28 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it's difficult to imagine the contrast between sensor sizes simply by looking at technical specs. The pic below might provide you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the L28 and Galaxy Camera.
As you have seen, each of these cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit different resolution. You should expect the Nikon L28 to give more detail as a result of its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop shots far more aggressively.

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Nikon L28 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera Specifications
Nikon Coolpix L28 | Samsung Galaxy Camera | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Nikon | Samsung |
Model type | Nikon Coolpix L28 | Samsung Galaxy Camera |
Other name | - | Wi-Fi |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Introduced | 2013-01-29 | 2013-02-19 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | - | 1.4GHz Quad-Core |
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.16 x 4.62mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.5mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 20MP | 16MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Full resolution | 5152 x 3864 | 4608 x 3456 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 26-130mm (5.0x) | 23-481mm (20.9x) |
Max aperture | - | f/2.8-5.9 |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3" | 4.8" |
Display resolution | 230 thousand dots | 922 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Display technology | TFT-LCD with Anti-reflection coating | 308 ppi, HD Super Clear Touch Display |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 4 seconds | 16 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 | 1920 x 1080 |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | - | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | none |
GPS | None | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 164g (0.36 lbs) | 300g (0.66 lbs) |
Dimensions | 95 x 60 x 29mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.1") | 129 x 71 x 19mm (5.1" x 2.8" x 0.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 280 shots | - |
Battery type | AA | - |
Battery ID | 2 x AA | - |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | micro SD/micro SDHC/micro SDXC |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Retail price | $90 | $450 |