Nikon P7100 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera

Lets take a more detailed look at the Nikon P7100 versus Samsung Galaxy Camera, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals Nikon and Samsung. There exists a huge gap among the image resolutions of the P7100 (10MP) and Galaxy Camera (16MP) and the P7100 (1/1.7") and Galaxy Camera (1/2.3") have different sensor sizing.

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The P7100 was announced 12 months before the Galaxy Camera so they are both of a similar generation. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before we go straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a concise summary of how the P7100 matches up vs the Galaxy Camera for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix P7100 and Samsung Galaxy Camera. The whole galleries are available at Nikon P7100 Gallery and Samsung Galaxy Camera Gallery.

For those who are aiming to carry your camera frequently, you should think about its weight and measurements. The Nikon P7100 comes with physical dimensions of 116mm x 77mm x 48mm (4.6" x 3.0" x 1.9") along with a weight of 395 grams (0.87 lbs) whilst the Samsung Galaxy Camera has proportions of 129mm x 71mm x 19mm (5.1" x 2.8" x 0.7") and a weight of 300 grams (0.66 lbs).

Look at the Nikon P7100 versus Samsung Galaxy Camera in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you use at the time. Below is a front view measurement comparison of the P7100 against the Galaxy Camera.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the P7100 and Galaxy Camera is 82 and 90 respectively.

Typically, it can be difficult to imagine the difference in sensor sizing just by checking out a spec sheet. The visual here might give you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the P7100 and Galaxy Camera.

Clearly, both the cameras come with different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The P7100 with its bigger sensor is going to make achieving shallower DOF easier and the Samsung Galaxy Camera will show extra detail with its extra 6MP. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop photographs a good deal more aggressively. The older P7100 will be behind with regard to sensor technology.