Nikon P1000 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera

Below is a complete comparison of the Nikon P1000 versus Samsung Galaxy Camera, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by manufacturers Nikon and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the P1000 (16MP) and the Galaxy Camera (16MP) is fairly well matched and both cameras posses the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

Photography Glossary

The P1000 was introduced 5 years later than the Galaxy Camera and that is quite a large difference as far as technology is concerned. Each of the cameras have different body design with the Nikon P1000 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Samsung Galaxy Camera being a Compact camera.

Before delving straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a brief view of how the P1000 scores vs the Galaxy Camera with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix P1000 & Samsung Galaxy Camera. The whole galleries are available at Nikon P1000 Gallery & Samsung Galaxy Camera Gallery.

When you are intending to lug around your camera frequently, you'll need to factor its weight and volume. The Nikon P1000 comes with exterior measurements of 146mm x 119mm x 181mm (5.7" x 4.7" x 7.1") with a weight of 1415 grams (3.12 lbs) whilst the Samsung Galaxy Camera has sizing of 129mm x 71mm x 19mm (5.1" x 2.8" x 0.7") and a weight of 300 grams (0.66 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you choose at that time. The following is a front view sizing comparison of the P1000 vs the Galaxy Camera.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the P1000 and Galaxy Camera is 49 and 90 respectively.

Typically, it's tough to picture the contrast between sensor measurements merely by reading through specifications. The graphic underneath might give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the P1000 and Galaxy Camera.

Plainly, both of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the same megapixels so you can expect similar quality of photos but you will need to consider the age of the products into consideration. The fresher P1000 should have an advantage with regard to sensor innovation.