Nikon L840 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera
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Nikon L840 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera Key Specs
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- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 23-855mm (F3.0-6.5) lens
- 538g - 114 x 89 x 96mm
- Launched February 2015
- Old Model is Nikon L830
(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
- Launched February 2013
- Additionally referred to as Wi-Fi
Nikon L840 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera Overview
Following is a detailed comparison of the Nikon L840 versus Samsung Galaxy Camera, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by companies Nikon and Samsung. The resolution of the L840 (16MP) and the Galaxy Camera (16MP) is pretty similar and they use the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").
Japan-exclusive Leica Leitz Phone 3 features big sensor and new modesThe L840 was launched 2 years after the Galaxy Camera which is quite a serious difference as far as tech is concerned. Both of these cameras offer different body type with the Nikon L840 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Samsung Galaxy Camera being a Compact camera.
Before getting straight into a complete comparison, below is a concise highlight of how the L840 scores against the Galaxy Camera in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Nikon L840 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix L840 & Samsung Galaxy Camera. The complete galleries are available at Nikon L840 Gallery & Samsung Galaxy Camera Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon L840 over the Samsung Galaxy Camera
L840 | Galaxy Camera | |||
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Launched | February 2015 | February 2013 | More modern by 25 months | |
Screen type | Tilting | Fixed | Tilting screen |
Reasons to pick Samsung Galaxy Camera over the Nikon L840
Galaxy Camera | L840 | |||
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Manual focus | Very precise focusing | |||
Screen sizing | 4.8" | 3" | Bigger screen (+1.8") | |
Screen resolution | 922k | 921k | Crisper screen (+1k dot) | |
Touch screen | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Nikon L840 and Samsung Galaxy Camera
L840 | Galaxy Camera | |||
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Selfie screen | Absent selfie screen |
Nikon L840 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera Physical Comparison
If you are planning to carry around your camera, you need to consider its weight and volume. The Nikon L840 offers outer dimensions of 114mm x 89mm x 96mm (4.5" x 3.5" x 3.8") and a weight of 538 grams (1.19 lbs) whilst the Samsung Galaxy Camera has sizing of 129mm x 71mm x 19mm (5.1" x 2.8" x 0.7") along with a weight of 300 grams (0.66 lbs).
Compare the Nikon L840 versus Samsung Galaxy Camera in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are using at that time. Following is the front view sizing comparison of the L840 compared to the Galaxy Camera.
Using size and weight, the portability rating of the L840 and Galaxy Camera is 67 and 90 respectively.
Nikon L840 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera Sensor Comparison
Often, it is very difficult to picture the gap between sensor sizes only by reviewing specifications. The pic underneath will help give you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the L840 and Galaxy Camera.
Plainly, the two cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the exact same MP and you can expect similar quality of files though you should always factor the launch date of the products into consideration. The younger L840 provides an edge with regard to sensor tech.
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Nikon L840 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera Specifications
Nikon Coolpix L840 | Samsung Galaxy Camera | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Nikon | Samsung |
Model | Nikon Coolpix L840 | Samsung Galaxy Camera |
Also called as | - | Wi-Fi |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Launched | 2015-02-10 | 2013-02-19 |
Body design | SLR-like (bridge) | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | - | 1.4GHz Quad-Core |
Sensor type | CMOS | 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 | - |
Full resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch to focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 23-855mm (37.2x) | 23-481mm (20.9x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.0-6.5 | f/2.8-5.9 |
Macro focus range | 1cm | - |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Tilting | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 3" | 4.8" |
Screen resolution | 921k dot | 922k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Screen technology | - | 308 ppi, HD Super Clear Touch Display |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 4 secs | 16 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | 7.4 frames per second | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 6.90 m (at Auto ISO) | - |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60i, 50i, 30p, 25p), 1280 x 720 (30p, 25p), 640 x 480 (30p, 25p) | 1920 x 1080 |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | none |
GPS | None | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 538 grams (1.19 pounds) | 300 grams (0.66 pounds) |
Dimensions | 114 x 89 x 96mm (4.5" x 3.5" x 3.8") | 129 x 71 x 19mm (5.1" x 2.8" x 0.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 | 590 photographs | - |
Form of battery | AA | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | - |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | SC/SDHC/SDXC | micro SD/micro SDHC/micro SDXC |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Cost at launch | $400 | $450 |