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Nikon P80 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G

Portability
75
Imaging
32
Features
33
Overall
32
Nikon Coolpix P80 front
 
Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G front
Portability
90
Imaging
39
Features
44
Overall
41

Nikon P80 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Key Specs

Nikon P80
(Full Review)
  • 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Display
  • ISO 64 - 6400
  • Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
  • 640 x 480 video
  • 27-486mm (F2.8-4.0) lens
  • 405g - 110 x 79 x 78mm
  • Introduced January 2009
  • Refreshed by Nikon P90
Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 4.8" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 100 - 3200
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • 23-481mm (F) lens
  • 305g - 129 x 71 x 19mm
  • Introduced August 2012
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Nikon P80 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Overview

In this article, we will be looking at the Nikon P80 and Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by brands Nikon and Samsung. There is a big difference among the sensor resolutions of the P80 (10MP) and Galaxy Camera 3G (16MP) but they feature the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

Photography Glossary

The P80 was revealed 4 years before the Galaxy Camera 3G and that is a fairly big gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of these cameras offer different body type with the Nikon P80 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G being a Compact camera.

Before delving straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a concise highlight of how the P80 matches up vs the Galaxy Camera 3G in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

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Reasons to pick Nikon P80 over the Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G

 P80 Galaxy Camera 3G 
Manual focus Very precise focus
Screen resolution230k0kClearer screen (+230k dot)

Reasons to pick Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G over the Nikon P80

 Galaxy Camera 3G P80 
IntroducedAugust 2012January 2009Fresher by 44 months
Screen sizing4.8"2.7"Bigger screen (+2.1")
Touch friendly screen Quickly navigate

Common features in the Nikon P80 and Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G

 P80 Galaxy Camera 3G 
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Selfie screen No selfie screen

Nikon P80 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Physical Comparison

If you are intending to carry your camera often, you need to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Nikon P80 comes with exterior measurements of 110mm x 79mm x 78mm (4.3" x 3.1" x 3.1") and a weight of 405 grams (0.89 lbs) and the Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G has dimensions of 129mm x 71mm x 19mm (5.1" x 2.8" x 0.7") having a weight of 305 grams (0.67 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are employing at that time. Underneath is the front view proportions comparison of the P80 vs the Galaxy Camera 3G.

Nikon P80 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G size comparison

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the P80 and Galaxy Camera 3G is 75 and 90 respectively.

Nikon P80 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G top view buttons comparison

Nikon P80 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Sensor Comparison

Oftentimes, it is very hard to see the gap in sensor sizing simply by going through a spec sheet. The graphic below should offer you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the P80 and Galaxy Camera 3G.

Clearly, both of these cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same resolution. You should expect the Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G to show extra detail because of its extra 6MP. Higher resolution will also help you crop shots far more aggressively. The older P80 will be disadvantaged in sensor technology.

Nikon P80 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G sensor size comparison

Nikon P80 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Screen and ViewFinder

Nikon P80 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Nikon P80 Portrait photography highlights
Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Portrait photography highlights
27
manual focus
can't use external flash
sensor resolution not great (10 megapixels)
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
no RAW support
30
MP count good (16 megapixels)
manual focus not available
no manual control
cannot use external flash
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
lacks RAW format
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Street Comparison

Nikon P80 as a Street photography camera
Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G as a Street photography camera
47
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
no articulating screen
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
no RAW support
61
image stabilization (Optical)
lighter than others (305g)
no articulating screen
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
lacks RAW format
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Sports Comparison

Nikon P80 Sports photography advice
Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Sports photography advice
36
excellent zoom range (27-486mm 18.0 x zoom)
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
sensor resolution not great (10MP)
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
no phase detect autofocus
44
amazing zoom range (23-481mm 20.9 x zoom)
image stabilization (Optical)
MP count good (16 megapixels)
no shutter priority mode
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
lacks phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

Nikon P80 as a Travel photography camera
Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G as a Travel photography camera
56
has built in flash
really wide (27mm)
very long reach (486mm)
sensor resolution not great (10 megapixels)
does not have a selfie friendly screen
slow max aperture (f2.8)
72
lighter than others (305 grams)
MP count good (16 megapixels)
fairly wide (23mm)
great reach (481mm)
fast max aperture (f)
lack of Timelapse recording
does not posses selfie friendly display
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Landscape Comparison

Nikon P80 Landscape photography factors
Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Landscape photography factors
36
manual focus
really wide (27mm)
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
can't switch lenses (fixed lens mount)
slow max aperture (f2.8)
tiny screen (2.7")
sensor resolution not great (10 megapixels)
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
no RAW support
47
fairly wide (23mm)
fast max aperture (f)
big screen (4.8 inch)
image stabilization (Optical)
MP count good (16 megapixels)
manual focus not available
can't swap lens (fixed lens mount)
no manual control
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
lacks RAW format
lack of Timelapse recording
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Vlogging Comparison

Vlogging with Nikon P80
Vlogging with Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G
24
really wide (27mm)
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
slow max aperture (f2.8)
does not have a selfie friendly screen
video resolution low (640 x 480 resolution)
missing microphone socket
36
fairly wide (23mm)
fast max aperture (f)
touchscreen
image stabilization (Optical)
high video quality (1920 x 1080 pxls)
lighter than others (305 grams)
does not posses selfie friendly display
lack of microphone socket
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Nikon P80 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Nikon P80 and Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G
 Nikon Coolpix P80Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G
General Information
Brand Name Nikon Samsung
Model type Nikon Coolpix P80 Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G
Category Small Sensor Superzoom Small Sensor Superzoom
Introduced 2009-01-15 2012-08-29
Physical type SLR-like (bridge) Compact
Sensor Information
Processor - 1.4GHz Quad-Core
Sensor type CCD BSI-CMOS
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor measurements 6.08 x 4.56mm 6.17 x 4.55mm
Sensor area 27.7mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 10 megapixel 16 megapixel
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 -
Highest Possible resolution 3648 x 2736 -
Maximum native ISO 6400 3200
Min native ISO 64 100
RAW format
Autofocusing
Manual focusing
Touch focus
Autofocus continuous
Single autofocus
Tracking autofocus
Selective autofocus
Autofocus center weighted
Multi area autofocus
Autofocus live view
Face detect focus
Contract detect focus
Phase detect focus
Lens
Lens mount type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 27-486mm (18.0x) 23-481mm (20.9x)
Largest aperture f/2.8-4.0 -
Macro focusing distance 1cm -
Crop factor 5.9 5.8
Screen
Type of display Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display sizing 2.7 inch 4.8 inch
Display resolution 230k dots 0k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch operation
Display tech - 308 ppi, HD Super Clear Touch Display
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder Electronic None
Features
Min shutter speed 8 secs -
Max shutter speed 1/2000 secs -
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual mode
Exposure compensation Yes -
Set white balance
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash distance - no built-in flash
Flash settings Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Slow, Off no built-in flash
External flash
AEB
White balance bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment exposure
Average exposure
Spot exposure
Partial exposure
AF area exposure
Center weighted exposure
Video features
Supported video resolutions 640 x 480, 15/30 fps, 320 x 240, 15 fps, 160 x 120, 15 fps 1920 x 1080
Maximum video resolution 640x480 1920x1080
Video file format - MPEG-4, H.264
Microphone port
Headphone port
Connectivity
Wireless None Built-In
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) none
GPS None BuiltIn
Physical
Environment sealing
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 405 grams (0.89 lb) 305 grams (0.67 lb)
Dimensions 110 x 79 x 78mm (4.3" x 3.1" x 3.1") 129 x 71 x 19mm (5.1" x 2.8" x 0.7")
DXO scores
DXO Overall rating not tested not tested
DXO Color Depth rating not tested not tested
DXO Dynamic range rating not tested not tested
DXO Low light rating not tested not tested
Other
Battery ID EN-EL5 -
Self timer Yes (3 or 10 sec) -
Time lapse shooting
Storage type SD/MMC/SDHC card, Internal micro SD/micro SDHC/micro SDXC
Card slots Single Single
Price at release $400 $606