Nikon L820 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G

Here is a complete overview of the Nikon L820 versus Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by manufacturers Nikon and Samsung. The resolution of the L820 (16MP) and the Galaxy Camera 3G (16MP) is pretty comparable and they feature the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The L820 was revealed 6 months later than the Galaxy Camera 3G so they are both of a similar generation. Both the cameras come with different body type with the Nikon L820 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G being a Compact camera.

Before we go straight into a complete comparison, below is a quick overview of how the L820 grades against the Galaxy Camera 3G for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix L820 and Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G. The full galleries are provided at Nikon L820 Gallery and Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Gallery.

In case you're going to carry your camera, you're going to have to factor in its weight and measurements. The Nikon L820 comes with physical measurements of 111mm x 76mm x 85mm (4.4" x 3.0" x 3.3") with a weight of 470 grams (1.04 lbs) and the Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G 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).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are working with at that moment. The following is the front view over all size comparison of the L820 and the Galaxy Camera 3G.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the L820 and Galaxy Camera 3G is 72 and 90 respectively.

More often than not, it is very tough to picture the gap in sensor sizing just by going through specifications. The graphic here may offer you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the L820 and Galaxy Camera 3G.

To sum up, both of these cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the identical resolution so you should expect comparable quality of photos although you should always factor the release date of the cameras into account.