Nikon L28 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G
93 Imaging
44 Features
29 Overall
38


90 Imaging
39 Features
44 Overall
41
Nikon L28 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G 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
- Revealed January 2013
(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
- Revealed August 2012

Nikon L28 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G Overview
Lets look more closely at the Nikon L28 and Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals Nikon and Samsung. There exists a crucial gap among the image resolutions of the L28 (20MP) and Galaxy Camera 4G (16MP) but both cameras posses the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

The L28 was announced 6 months after the Galaxy Camera 4G so they are of a similar generation. Both cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before we go straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a simple introduction of how the L28 grades against the Galaxy Camera 4G when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Nikon L28 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix L28 and Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G. The whole galleries are viewable at Nikon L28 Gallery and Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon L28 over the Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G
L28 | Galaxy Camera 4G | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 0k | Sharper display (+230k dot) |
Reasons to pick Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G over the Nikon L28
Galaxy Camera 4G | L28 | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
Display size | 4.8" | ![]() | 3" | Larger display (+1.8") |
Touch display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Nikon L28 and Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G
L28 | Galaxy Camera 4G | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
Revealed | January 2013 | ![]() | August 2012 | Same generation |
Manual focus | ![]() | No manual focus | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lacking selfie screen |
Nikon L28 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G Physical Comparison
In case you're planning to carry around your camera regularly, you will need to factor its weight and measurements. The Nikon L28 provides exterior dimensions of 95mm x 60mm x 29mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.1") with a weight of 164 grams (0.36 lbs) and the Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G has proportions of 129mm x 71mm x 19mm (5.1" x 2.8" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 305 grams (0.67 lbs).
Look at the Nikon L28 and Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are employing at that moment. Underneath is a front view sizing comparison of the L28 versus the Galaxy Camera 4G.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the L28 and Galaxy Camera 4G is 93 and 90 respectively.

Nikon L28 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it can be hard to visualize the difference in sensor sizes simply by seeing specifications. The picture here will help give you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the L28 and Galaxy Camera 4G.
To sum up, each of these cameras feature the identical sensor size but different resolution. You should expect to see the Nikon L28 to produce extra detail with its extra 4MP. Greater resolution can also let you crop photos way more aggressively.

Nikon L28 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G Screen and ViewFinder


Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison

Street Comparison

Sports Comparison

Travel Comparison

Landscape Comparison

Vlogging Comparison

Nikon L28 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G Specifications
Nikon Coolpix L28 | Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G | |
---|---|---|
General Information | ||
Make | Nikon | Samsung |
Model type | Nikon Coolpix L28 | Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Revealed | 2013-01-29 | 2012-08-29 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | - | 1.4GHz Quad-Core |
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.16 x 4.62mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.5mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 20MP | 16MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Maximum resolution | 5152 x 3864 | - |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 26-130mm (5.0x) | 23-481mm (20.9x) |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3" | 4.8" |
Display resolution | 230k dots | 0k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Display tech | 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 | ||
Manual mode | ||
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | - | no built-in flash |
Flash modes | - | no built-in flash |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 | 1920 x 1080 |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | - | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | none |
GPS | None | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 164 grams (0.36 lb) | 305 grams (0.67 lb) |
Physical 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 style | AA | - |
Battery ID | 2 x AA | - |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | micro SD/micro SDHC/micro SDXC |
Card slots | One | One |
Cost at launch | $90 | $550 |