Nikon S100 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G
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Nikon S100 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 125 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-140mm (F3.9-4.8) lens
- 175g - 99 x 65 x 18mm
- Announced August 2011
(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
- Released August 2012

Nikon S100 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G Overview
Its time to examine more closely at the Nikon S100 versus Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by companies Nikon and Samsung. The resolution of the S100 (16MP) and the Galaxy Camera 4G (16MP) is fairly similar and they possess the exact same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

The S100 was released 12 months earlier than the Galaxy Camera 4G so they are both of a similar generation. The two cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before diving in to a comprehensive comparison, below is a concise introduction of how the S100 grades vs the Galaxy Camera 4G in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Nikon S100 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix S100 and Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G. The complete galleries are provided at Nikon S100 Gallery and Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S100 over the Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G
S100 | Galaxy Camera 4G | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Dial precise focusing | ||
Display resolution | 820k | ![]() | 0k | Crisper display (+820k dot) |
Reasons to pick Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G over the Nikon S100
Galaxy Camera 4G | S100 | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
Released | August 2012 | ![]() | August 2011 | Fresher by 12 months |
Display dimension | 4.8" | ![]() | 3.5" | Larger display (+1.3") |
Common features in the Nikon S100 and Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G
S100 | Galaxy Camera 4G | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Absent selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Nikon S100 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G Physical Comparison
If you are going to carry your camera, you're going to have to factor its weight and proportions. The Nikon S100 features outside dimensions of 99mm x 65mm x 18mm (3.9" x 2.6" x 0.7") and a weight of 175 grams (0.39 lbs) whilst 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).
Check out the Nikon S100 versus Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are utilising at that time. Here is the front view size comparison of the S100 versus the Galaxy Camera 4G.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the S100 and Galaxy Camera 4G is 94 and 90 respectively.

Nikon S100 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it is very difficult to visualise the gap between sensor sizing just by going over specifications. The visual underneath will give you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the S100 and Galaxy Camera 4G.
Plainly, the 2 cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements and the same megapixels so you should expect similar quality of pictures though you should factor the release date of the products into consideration. The older S100 is going to be behind in sensor tech.

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Nikon S100 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G Specifications
Nikon Coolpix S100 | Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Nikon | Samsung |
Model | Nikon Coolpix S100 | Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Announced | 2011-08-24 | 2012-08-29 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | Expeed C2 | 1.4GHz Quad-Core |
Sensor type | CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Highest Possible resolution | 4608 x 3456 | - |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 125 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 23-481mm (20.9x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.9-4.8 | - |
Macro focus range | 1cm | - |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3.5 inch | 4.8 inch |
Display resolution | 820k dots | 0k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Display technology | Organic LED monitor | 308 ppi, HD Super Clear Touch Display |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 4s | - |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000s | - |
Continuous shutter rate | 6.0 frames/s | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | - | no built-in flash |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye | no built-in flash |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080, 1280 x 720p (30fps), 640 x 480 (30fps) | 1920 x 1080 |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic 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 proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 175g (0.39 lbs) | 305g (0.67 lbs) |
Dimensions | 99 x 65 x 18mm (3.9" x 2.6" x 0.7") | 129 x 71 x 19mm (5.1" x 2.8" x 0.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 150 photographs | - |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | EN-EL12 | - |
Self timer | Yes | - |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | micro SD/micro SDHC/micro SDXC |
Card slots | One | One |
Retail pricing | $240 | $550 |