Nikon P900 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G
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Nikon P900 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Display
- ISO 100 - 6400 (Increase to 12800)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-2000mm (F2.8-6.5) lens
- 899g - 140 x 103 x 137mm
- Launched March 2015
- Renewed by Nikon P1000
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 4.8" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 23-481mm (F) lens
- 305g - 129 x 71 x 19mm
- Launched August 2012

Nikon P900 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G Overview
On this page, we are contrasting the Nikon P900 versus Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by competitors Nikon and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the P900 (16MP) and the Galaxy Camera 4G (16MP) is very similar and both cameras boast the same sensor size (1/2.3").

The P900 was announced 2 years later than the Galaxy Camera 4G and that is quite a big gap as far as tech is concerned. Both the cameras have different body design with the Nikon P900 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G being a Compact camera.
Before we go straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a brief view of how the P900 scores versus the Galaxy Camera 4G when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Nikon P900 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix P900 and Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G. The whole galleries are available at Nikon P900 Gallery and Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon P900 over the Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G
P900 | Galaxy Camera 4G | |||
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Launched | March 2015 | ![]() | August 2012 | Fresher by 31 months |
Manual focus | ![]() | More precise focus | ||
Display type | Fully Articulated | ![]() | Fixed | Fully Articulating display |
Display resolution | 921k | ![]() | 0k | Crisper display (+921k dot) |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Take selfies |
Reasons to pick Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G over the Nikon P900
Galaxy Camera 4G | P900 | |||
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Display dimensions | 4.8" | ![]() | 3" | Larger display (+1.8") |
Touch display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Nikon P900 and Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G
P900 | Galaxy Camera 4G |
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Nikon P900 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G Physical Comparison
If you're aiming to carry your camera, you will have to factor its weight and proportions. The Nikon P900 has outside measurements of 140mm x 103mm x 137mm (5.5" x 4.1" x 5.4") along with a weight of 899 grams (1.98 lbs) and the Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G has measurements of 129mm x 71mm x 19mm (5.1" x 2.8" x 0.7") along with a weight of 305 grams (0.67 lbs).
Look at the Nikon P900 versus Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are utilising at the time. Here is a front view size comparison of the P900 versus the Galaxy Camera 4G.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the P900 and Galaxy Camera 4G is 52 and 90 respectively.

Nikon P900 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G Sensor Comparison
Often, it is very hard to picture the gap between sensor sizing merely by reviewing specifications. The photograph underneath will help provide you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the P900 and Galaxy Camera 4G.
Plainly, both cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the same exact MP therefore you should expect similar quality of pictures but you need to factor the release date of the products into consideration. The younger P900 provides a benefit in sensor innovation.

Nikon P900 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G Screen and ViewFinder


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Nikon P900 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G Specifications
Nikon Coolpix P900 | Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Nikon | Samsung |
Model type | Nikon Coolpix P900 | Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Launched | 2015-03-02 | 2012-08-29 |
Physical type | SLR-like (bridge) | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | Expeed C2 | 1.4GHz Quad-Core |
Sensor type | CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 | - |
Highest Possible resolution | 4608 x 3456 | - |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Maximum enhanced ISO | 12800 | - |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 24-2000mm (83.3x) | 23-481mm (20.9x) |
Highest aperture | f/2.8-6.5 | - |
Macro focusing distance | 1cm | - |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fully Articulated | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3 inch | 4.8 inch |
Display resolution | 921 thousand dots | 0 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Display tech | - | 308 ppi, HD Super Clear Touch Display |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | None |
Viewfinder resolution | 921 thousand dots | - |
Viewfinder coverage | 100% | - |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 15 seconds | - |
Max shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | - |
Continuous shutter rate | 7.0 frames per second | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 11.50 m (at Auto ISO) | no built-in flash |
Flash options | - | no built-in flash |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60p, 50p, 30p, 25p), 1280 x 720 (60p, 50p, 30p, 25p) 640 x 480 (30p, 25p) | 1920 x 1080 |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | none |
GPS | Yes | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 899 gr (1.98 pounds) | 305 gr (0.67 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 140 x 103 x 137mm (5.5" x 4.1" x 5.4") | 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 life | 360 shots | - |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | EN-EL23 | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs) | - |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | micro SD/micro SDHC/micro SDXC |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Cost at release | $600 | $550 |