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Nikon L610 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G

Portability
90
Imaging
39
Features
33
Overall
36
Nikon Coolpix L610 front
 
Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G front
Portability
90
Imaging
39
Features
44
Overall
41

Nikon L610 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G Key Specs

Nikon L610
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Display
  • ISO 125 - 3200
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1/6000s Max Shutter
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • 25-350mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
  • 240g - 108 x 69 x 34mm
  • Introduced August 2012
Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 4.8" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 100 - 3200
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • 23-481mm (F) lens
  • 305g - 129 x 71 x 19mm
  • Revealed August 2012
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Nikon L610 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G Overview

In this article, we will be matching up the Nikon L610 and Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by competitors Nikon and Samsung. The image resolution of the L610 (16MP) and the Galaxy Camera 4G (16MP) is pretty comparable and they use the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The L610 was unveiled very close to the Galaxy Camera 4G so they are of a similar generation. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving through a complete comparison, below is a concise highlight of how the L610 grades vs the Galaxy Camera 4G in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Photography Glossary

				

Reasons to pick Nikon L610 over the Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G

 L610 Galaxy Camera 4G 
Screen resolution460k0kCrisper screen (+460k dot)

Reasons to pick Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G over the Nikon L610

 Galaxy Camera 4G L610 
Screen sizing4.8"3"Bigger screen (+1.8")
Touch friendly screen Quickly navigate

Common features in the Nikon L610 and Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G

 L610 Galaxy Camera 4G 
RevealedAugust 2012August 2012Same generation
Focus manually Lack of manual focus
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Selfie screen Neither includes selfie screen

Nikon L610 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G Physical Comparison

For those who are looking to carry around your camera frequently, you have to factor in its weight and proportions. The Nikon L610 features outside dimensions of 108mm x 69mm x 34mm (4.3" x 2.7" x 1.3") along with a weight of 240 grams (0.53 lbs) whilst the Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G has measurements of 129mm x 71mm x 19mm (5.1" x 2.8" x 0.7") having a weight of 305 grams (0.67 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you have attached during that time. Following is the front view dimensions comparison of the L610 versus the Galaxy Camera 4G.

Nikon L610 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G size comparison

Using size and weight, the portability score of the L610 and Galaxy Camera 4G is 90 and 90 respectively.

Nikon L610 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G top view buttons comparison

Nikon L610 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G Sensor Comparison

In many cases, it is hard to see the difference in sensor sizes merely by checking out specs. The pic below should give you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the L610 and Galaxy Camera 4G.

As you can plainly see, both of those cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the exact same megapixels so you should expect comparable quality of files although you will need to factor the release date of the cameras into account.

Nikon L610 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G sensor size comparison

Nikon L610 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G Screen and ViewFinder

Nikon L610 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Nikon L610 Portrait photography highlights
Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G Portrait photography highlights
30
megapixel count good (16MP)
no manual focus
no manual control
can't use external flash
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
30
good resolution (16MP)
lack of manual focus
lack of manual exposure
external flash not possible
small sensor (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
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Street Comparison

Nikon L610 as a Street photography camera
Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G as a Street photography camera
61
has image stabilization (Optical)
lighter than others (240 grams)
screen is fixed
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
61
has image stabilization (Optical)
lighter than competition (305 grams)
fixed screen
small sensor (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
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Sports Comparison

Nikon L610 Sports photography information
Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G Sports photography information
44
incredible zoom range (25-350mm 14.0 x zoom)
maximum shutter speed is high (1/6,000 seconds)
has image stabilization (Optical)
megapixel count good (16 megapixels)
no shutter priority
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
low battery life (120 CIPA)
does not have phase detect auto focus
44
incredible zoom range (23-481mm 20.9 x zoom)
has image stabilization (Optical)
good resolution (16 megapixels)
lack of shutter priority mode
small sensor (1/2.3")
lacks phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

Nikon L610 as a Travel photography camera
Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G as a Travel photography camera
66
lighter than others (240 grams)
megapixel count good (16 megapixels)
built-in flash
quite wide (25mm)
long zoom (350mm)
does not have Timelapse function
low battery life (120 shots)
display isn't selfie friendly
slow max aperture (f3.3)
72
lighter than competition (305g)
good resolution (16 megapixels)
quite wide (23mm)
great zoom (481mm)
fast max aperture (f)
no Timelapse function
display isn't selfie friendly
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Landscape Comparison

Nikon L610 Landscape photography details
Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G Landscape photography details
41
quite wide (25mm)
screen is a good size (3")
has image stabilization (Optical)
megapixel count good (16MP)
no manual focus
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
slow max aperture (f3.3)
no manual control
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
low battery life (120 per charge)
does not have Timelapse function
47
quite wide (23mm)
fast max aperture (f)
very good size screen (4.8")
has image stabilization (Optical)
good resolution (16 megapixels)
lack of manual focus
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
lack of manual exposure
small sensor (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
no Timelapse function
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Vlogging Comparison

Nikon L610 Vlogging info
Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G Vlogging info
33
quite wide (25mm)
has image stabilization (Optical)
video resolution high (1920 x 1080 pixels)
lighter than others (240 grams)
slow max aperture (f3.3)
display isn't selfie friendly
does not have microphone jack
36
quite wide (23mm)
fast max aperture (f)
touchscreen enabled
has image stabilization (Optical)
video resolution high (1920 x 1080 pixels)
lighter than competition (305 grams)
display isn't selfie friendly
no microphone socket
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Nikon L610 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Nikon L610 and Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G
 Nikon Coolpix L610Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G
General Information
Manufacturer Nikon Samsung
Model Nikon Coolpix L610 Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G
Category Small Sensor Superzoom Small Sensor Superzoom
Introduced 2012-08-09 2012-08-29
Physical type Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Processor - 1.4GHz Quad-Core
Sensor type BSI-CMOS BSI-CMOS
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor measurements 6.17 x 4.55mm 6.17 x 4.55mm
Sensor area 28.1mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 16MP 16MP
Anti aliasing filter
Highest Possible resolution 4608 x 3456 -
Maximum native ISO 3200 3200
Lowest native ISO 125 100
RAW images
Autofocusing
Manual focus
Autofocus touch
Continuous autofocus
Single autofocus
Tracking autofocus
Selective autofocus
Autofocus center weighted
Autofocus multi area
Autofocus live view
Face detect focus
Contract detect focus
Phase detect focus
Lens
Lens mount fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range 25-350mm (14.0x) 23-481mm (20.9x)
Maximal aperture f/3.3-5.9 -
Macro focus distance 1cm -
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.8
Screen
Display type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display diagonal 3 inch 4.8 inch
Display resolution 460k dots 0k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch operation
Display tech TFT LCD with anti-reflection coating 308 ppi, HD Super Clear Touch Display
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Min shutter speed 4 seconds -
Max shutter speed 1/6000 seconds -
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Set white balance
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash range - no built-in flash
Flash settings - no built-in flash
Hot shoe
AEB
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment metering
Average metering
Spot metering
Partial metering
AF area metering
Center weighted metering
Video features
Video resolutions 1920 x 1080 1920 x 1080
Maximum video resolution 1920x1080 1920x1080
Video file format H.264 MPEG-4, H.264
Microphone port
Headphone port
Connectivity
Wireless None Built-In
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 3.0 (5 GBit/sec) none
GPS None BuiltIn
Physical
Environmental sealing
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 240g (0.53 lbs) 305g (0.67 lbs)
Dimensions 108 x 69 x 34mm (4.3" x 2.7" x 1.3") 129 x 71 x 19mm (5.1" x 2.8" x 0.7")
DXO scores
DXO Overall 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 120 photographs -
Battery type AA -
Battery model 2 x AA -
Time lapse feature
Type of storage SD/SDHC/SDXC micro SD/micro SDHC/micro SDXC
Card slots Single Single
Pricing at release $150 $550