Nikon P310 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 2

Let's look more closely at the Nikon P310 versus Samsung Galaxy Camera 2, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by competitors Nikon and Samsung. The resolution of the P310 (16MP) and the Galaxy Camera 2 (16MP) is relatively similar and they enjoy the exact same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The P310 was introduced 18 months earlier than the Galaxy Camera 2 which makes the cameras a generation apart from each other. Each of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting in to a more detailed comparison, below is a concise summary of how the P310 matches up vs the Galaxy Camera 2 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix P310 and Samsung Galaxy Camera 2. The whole galleries are provided at Nikon P310 Gallery and Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 Gallery.

If you are intending to lug around your camera frequently, you'll need to consider its weight and proportions. The Nikon P310 enjoys outside dimensions of 103mm x 58mm x 32mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 194 grams (0.43 lbs) while the Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 has measurements of 133mm x 71mm x 19mm (5.2" x 2.8" x 0.7") with a weight of 283 grams (0.62 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are utilizing at that time. Here is the front view overall size comparison of the P310 vs the Galaxy Camera 2.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the P310 and Galaxy Camera 2 is 92 and 90 respectively.

Often, it is very tough to visualize the difference between sensor measurements merely by reviewing technical specs. The graphic here should offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the P310 and Galaxy Camera 2.

As you can tell, both cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements and the exact same resolution so you should expect similar quality of images but you really should factor the release date of the products into consideration. The older P310 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor technology.