Nikon P100 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G

In this write-up, we are analyzing the Nikon P100 versus Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by rivals Nikon and Samsung. There exists a huge gap between the image resolutions of the P100 (10MP) and Galaxy Camera 3G (16MP) but they enjoy the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

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The P100 was launched 3 years before the Galaxy Camera 3G and that is quite a significant gap as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras offer different body type with the Nikon P100 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G being a Compact camera.

Before delving in to a in depth comparison, below is a simple summation of how the P100 grades versus the Galaxy Camera 3G in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix P100 and Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G. The complete galleries are available at Nikon P100 Gallery and Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Gallery.

If you're intending to lug around your camera frequently, you'll need to consider its weight and measurements. The Nikon P100 enjoys external dimensions of 114mm x 83mm x 99mm (4.5" x 3.3" x 3.9") along with a weight of 481 grams (1.06 lbs) and the Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G has proportions of 129mm x 71mm x 19mm (5.1" x 2.8" x 0.7") and 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 are working with at that time. Below is the front view sizing comparison of the P100 versus the Galaxy Camera 3G.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the P100 and Galaxy Camera 3G is 68 and 90 respectively.

Quite often, it is very difficult to visualize the gap between sensor measurements only by looking at technical specs. The graphic underneath will provide you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the P100 and Galaxy Camera 3G.

As you have seen, each of these cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but different resolution. You should anticipate the Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G to give extra detail utilizing its extra 6MP. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop images a little more aggressively. The older P100 is going to be behind with regard to sensor technology.