Nikon P7000 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 2

Here is a in depth comparison of the Nikon P7000 and Samsung Galaxy Camera 2, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals Nikon and Samsung. There exists a substantial gap between the image resolutions of the P7000 (10MP) and Galaxy Camera 2 (16MP) and the P7000 (1/1.7") and Galaxy Camera 2 (1/2.3") have totally different sensor measurements.

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The P7000 was unveiled 4 years prior to the Galaxy Camera 2 and that is quite a big difference as far as technology is concerned. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before delving right into a detailed comparison, here is a brief summary of how the P7000 scores against the Galaxy Camera 2 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix P7000 & Samsung Galaxy Camera 2. The full galleries are viewable at Nikon P7000 Gallery & Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to carry your camera regularly, you are going to need to consider its weight and proportions. The Nikon P7000 provides exterior measurements of 114mm x 77mm x 45mm (4.5" x 3.0" x 1.8") having a weight of 310 grams (0.68 lbs) and the Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 has measurements of 133mm x 71mm x 19mm (5.2" x 2.8" x 0.7") and a weight of 283 grams (0.62 lbs).

Compare the Nikon P7000 and Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. Underneath is a front view overall size comparison of the P7000 vs the Galaxy Camera 2.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the P7000 and Galaxy Camera 2 is 85 and 90 respectively.

Normally, it is difficult to visualise the gap between sensor sizing only by going over specs. The visual underneath will help give you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the P7000 and Galaxy Camera 2.

All in all, the two cameras provide different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The P7000 having a bigger sensor will make shooting bokeh easier and the Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 will offer greater detail having an extra 6MP. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop shots more aggressively. The older P7000 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.