Nikon L840 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G
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90 Imaging
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Nikon L840 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 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
- Released February 2015
- Earlier Model is Nikon L830
(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
- Launched August 2012
Nikon L840 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Overview
Let's look a little more closely at the Nikon L840 and Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by companies Nikon and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the L840 (16MP) and the Galaxy Camera 3G (16MP) is very well matched and they possess the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").
Snapchat Adds Watermarks to AI-Created ImagesThe L840 was launched 2 years later than the Galaxy Camera 3G and that is quite a big gap as far as technology 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 3G being a Compact camera.
Before diving straight into a complete comparison, below is a brief introduction of how the L840 grades versus the Galaxy Camera 3G in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Nikon L840 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix L840 and Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G. The complete galleries are viewable at Nikon L840 Gallery and Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon L840 over the Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G
L840 | Galaxy Camera 3G | |||
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Launched | February 2015 | August 2012 | Fresher by 30 months | |
Display type | Tilting | Fixed | Tilting display | |
Display resolution | 921k | 0k | Crisper display (+921k dot) |
Reasons to pick Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G over the Nikon L840
Galaxy Camera 3G | L840 | |||
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Display sizing | 4.8" | 3" | Larger display (+1.8") | |
Touch friendly display | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Nikon L840 and Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G
L840 | Galaxy Camera 3G | |||
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Manual focus | No manual focusing | |||
Selfie screen | Neither has selfie screen |
Nikon L840 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Physical Comparison
When you are looking to carry your camera regularly, you will want to consider its weight and dimensions. The Nikon L840 has outside measurements of 114mm x 89mm x 96mm (4.5" x 3.5" x 3.8") and a weight of 538 grams (1.19 lbs) and the Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G has dimensions of 129mm x 71mm x 19mm (5.1" x 2.8" x 0.7") having a weight of 305 grams (0.67 lbs).
Check the Nikon L840 and Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you use during that time. The following is the front view scale comparison of the L840 compared to the Galaxy Camera 3G.
Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the L840 and Galaxy Camera 3G is 67 and 90 respectively.
Nikon L840 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it can be difficult to visualise the difference between sensor sizing just by reading through a spec sheet. The graphic below may offer you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the L840 and Galaxy Camera 3G.
As you can see, each of the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the same megapixels and you should expect similar quality of photos though you need to factor the release date of the products into consideration. The younger L840 is going to have an edge in sensor innovation.
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Nikon L840 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Specifications
Nikon Coolpix L840 | Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Nikon | Samsung |
Model type | Nikon Coolpix L840 | Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Released | 2015-02-10 | 2012-08-29 |
Physical type | 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 measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 | - |
Highest Possible resolution | 4608 x 3456 | - |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 23-855mm (37.2x) | 23-481mm (20.9x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.0-6.5 | - |
Macro focusing range | 1cm | - |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Tilting | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3 inches | 4.8 inches |
Screen resolution | 921k dots | 0k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Screen tech | - | 308 ppi, HD Super Clear Touch Display |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 4 seconds | - |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | - |
Continuous shutter rate | 7.4 frames/s | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 6.90 m (at Auto ISO) | no built-in flash |
Flash modes | - | no built-in flash |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60i, 50i, 30p, 25p), 1280 x 720 (30p, 25p), 640 x 480 (30p, 25p) | 1920 x 1080 |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | 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 | 538g (1.19 lbs) | 305g (0.67 lbs) |
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 Overall 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 | 590 photos | - |
Type of battery | AA | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | - |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SC/SDHC/SDXC | micro SD/micro SDHC/micro SDXC |
Card slots | One | One |
Launch price | $400 | $606 |