Nikon L810 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera
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Nikon L810 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 1600
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
- 1280 x 720 video
- 23-585mm (F3.1-5.9) lens
- 430g - 111 x 76 x 83mm
- Introduced February 2012
- Replacement is Nikon L820
(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
- Released February 2013
- Additionally referred to as Wi-Fi

Nikon L810 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera Overview
Its time to look a bit more in depth at the Nikon L810 and Samsung Galaxy Camera, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by rivals Nikon and Samsung. The resolution of the L810 (16MP) and the Galaxy Camera (16MP) is pretty close and they use the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

The L810 was released 12 months prior to the Galaxy Camera and they are of a similar age. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before going straight into a in depth comparison, below is a brief highlight of how the L810 grades vs the Galaxy Camera when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Nikon L810 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix L810 & Samsung Galaxy Camera. The complete galleries are available at Nikon L810 Gallery & Samsung Galaxy Camera Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon L810 over the Samsung Galaxy Camera
L810 | Galaxy Camera |
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Reasons to pick Samsung Galaxy Camera over the Nikon L810
Galaxy Camera | L810 | |||
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Released | February 2013 | ![]() | February 2012 | Newer by 12 months |
Manual focus | ![]() | Dial exact focusing | ||
Screen sizing | 4.8" | ![]() | 3" | Bigger screen (+1.8") |
Screen resolution | 922k | ![]() | 921k | Clearer screen (+1k dot) |
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Nikon L810 and Samsung Galaxy Camera
L810 | Galaxy Camera | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Missing selfie screen |
Nikon L810 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera Physical Comparison
For anyone who is planning to travel with your camera, you have to take into account its weight and size. The Nikon L810 has outside dimensions of 111mm x 76mm x 83mm (4.4" x 3.0" x 3.3") and a weight of 430 grams (0.95 lbs) whilst the Samsung Galaxy Camera has specifications 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 L810 and Samsung Galaxy Camera in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you have attached at the time. The following is the front view proportions comparison of the L810 against the Galaxy Camera.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the L810 and Galaxy Camera is 74 and 90 respectively.

Nikon L810 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it is difficult to imagine the difference in sensor dimensions merely by looking through specs. The pic underneath will give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the L810 and Galaxy Camera.
As you can plainly see, both the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the exact same resolution and you can expect comparable quality of photographs though you might want to consider the launch date of the cameras into account. The more aged L810 will be behind with regard to sensor innovation.

Nikon L810 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera Screen and ViewFinder


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Nikon L810 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera Specifications
Nikon Coolpix L810 | Samsung Galaxy Camera | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Nikon | Samsung |
Model | Nikon Coolpix L810 | Samsung Galaxy Camera |
Also Known as | - | Wi-Fi |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Introduced | 2012-02-01 | 2013-02-19 |
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 dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | - |
Highest Possible resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch to focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 23-585mm (25.4x) | 23-481mm (20.9x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.1-5.9 | f/2.8-5.9 |
Macro focus distance | 1cm | - |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3" | 4.8" |
Resolution of screen | 921k dots | 922k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Screen technology | TFT-LCD with Anti-reflection coating | 308 ppi, HD Super Clear Touch Display |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 30 secs | 16 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/8000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shutter rate | 1.2 frames/s | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow-sync | - |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720p (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30fps) | 1920 x 1080 |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | MPEG-4 | 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 | 430 grams (0.95 lbs) | 300 grams (0.66 lbs) |
Dimensions | 111 x 76 x 83mm (4.4" x 3.0" x 3.3") | 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 | 300 images | - |
Style of battery | AA | - |
Battery model | 4 x AA | - |
Self timer | Yes | - |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | micro SD/micro SDHC/micro SDXC |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Launch cost | $280 | $450 |