Nikon P610 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera

The following is a in depth review of the Nikon P610 versus Samsung Galaxy Camera, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by rivals Nikon and Samsung. The resolution of the P610 (16MP) and the Galaxy Camera (16MP) is very close and they enjoy the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The P610 was manufactured 2 years after the Galaxy Camera which is a fairly large gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both cameras come with different body type with the Nikon P610 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Samsung Galaxy Camera being a Compact camera.

Before we go through a thorough comparison, below is a concise view of how the P610 scores versus the Galaxy Camera with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix P610 and Samsung Galaxy Camera. The entire galleries are viewable at Nikon P610 Gallery and Samsung Galaxy Camera Gallery.

For anyone who is going to travel with your camera often, you are going to need to take into account its weight and measurements. The Nikon P610 has external dimensions of 125mm x 85mm x 107mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 4.2") with a weight of 565 grams (1.25 lbs) whilst the Samsung Galaxy Camera has proportions of 129mm x 71mm x 19mm (5.1" x 2.8" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 300 grams (0.66 lbs).

Take a look at the Nikon P610 versus Samsung Galaxy Camera in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are working with at that moment. Below is the front view proportions comparison of the P610 compared to the Galaxy Camera.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the P610 and Galaxy Camera is 65 and 90 respectively.

More often than not, it can be hard to see the gap in sensor dimensions just by viewing a spec sheet. The picture below will help offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the P610 and Galaxy Camera.

As you can see, both cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements and the same resolution and you should expect comparable quality of photos however you should factor the production date of the cameras into account. The more recent P610 will have an edge with regard to sensor technology.