Nikon P90 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G

Here is a detailed comparison of the Nikon P90 and Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by rivals Nikon and Samsung. There is a huge difference between the image resolutions of the P90 (12MP) and Galaxy Camera 3G (16MP) but both cameras provide the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The P90 was manufactured 4 years earlier than the Galaxy Camera 3G and that is quite a significant gap as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras have different body design with the Nikon P90 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G being a Compact camera.

Before going right into a detailed comparison, here is a concise synopsis of how the P90 grades versus the Galaxy Camera 3G in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix P90 and Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G. The entire galleries are provided at Nikon P90 Gallery and Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Gallery.

If you are planning to carry your camera regularly, you will have to factor its weight and proportions. The Nikon P90 enjoys exterior dimensions of 114mm x 99mm x 83mm (4.5" x 3.9" x 3.3") accompanied by a weight of 400 grams (0.88 lbs) while the Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G has measurements of 129mm x 71mm x 19mm (5.1" x 2.8" x 0.7") and a weight of 305 grams (0.67 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are using at that time. Here is a front view sizing comparison of the P90 versus the Galaxy Camera 3G.

Using size and weight, the portability score of the P90 and Galaxy Camera 3G is 70 and 90 respectively.

Usually, its hard to imagine the contrast between sensor sizing only by going over specifications. The visual below may give you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the P90 and Galaxy Camera 3G.

To sum up, both of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but different megapixels. You should expect to see the Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G to offer greater detail due to its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will also let you crop photos more aggressively. The older P90 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor technology.