Nikon S1000pj vs Samsung Galaxy Camera
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Nikon S1000pj vs Samsung Galaxy Camera Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200 (Push to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F3.9-5.8) lens
- 175g - 96 x 62 x 23mm
- Revealed August 2009
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 4.8" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 23-481mm (F2.8-5.9) lens
- 300g - 129 x 71 x 19mm
- Revealed February 2013
- Other Name is Wi-Fi

Nikon S1000pj vs Samsung Galaxy Camera Overview
In this article, we are evaluating the Nikon S1000pj and Samsung Galaxy Camera, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by competitors Nikon and Samsung. There exists a noticeable gap among the sensor resolutions of the S1000pj (12MP) and Galaxy Camera (16MP) but they possess the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

The S1000pj was introduced 4 years prior to the Galaxy Camera which is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before getting through a step-by-step comparison, below is a short introduction of how the S1000pj grades against the Galaxy Camera with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Nikon S1000pj vs Samsung Galaxy Camera Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix S1000pj & Samsung Galaxy Camera. The whole galleries are provided at Nikon S1000pj Gallery & Samsung Galaxy Camera Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S1000pj over the Samsung Galaxy Camera
S1000pj | Galaxy Camera |
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Reasons to pick Samsung Galaxy Camera over the Nikon S1000pj
Galaxy Camera | S1000pj | |||
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Revealed | February 2013 | ![]() | August 2009 | Newer by 43 months |
Manually focus | ![]() | More precise focus | ||
Display sizing | 4.8" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+2.1") |
Display resolution | 922k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer display (+692k dot) |
Touch display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Nikon S1000pj and Samsung Galaxy Camera
S1000pj | Galaxy Camera | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Absent selfie screen |
Nikon S1000pj vs Samsung Galaxy Camera Physical Comparison
For anyone who is planning to travel with your camera frequently, you're going to have to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Nikon S1000pj enjoys outer measurements of 96mm x 62mm x 23mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 0.9") and a weight of 175 grams (0.39 lbs) and the Samsung Galaxy Camera has dimensions of 129mm x 71mm x 19mm (5.1" x 2.8" x 0.7") with a weight of 300 grams (0.66 lbs).
Contrast the Nikon S1000pj and Samsung Galaxy Camera in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into account, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you use at that moment. Following is the front view dimension comparison of the S1000pj against the Galaxy Camera.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the S1000pj and Galaxy Camera is 94 and 90 respectively.

Nikon S1000pj vs Samsung Galaxy Camera Sensor Comparison
Normally, it's hard to picture the gap in sensor dimensions purely by seeing technical specs. The picture below should give you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the S1000pj and Galaxy Camera.
As you can tell, both of these cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but different megapixels. You can expect to see the Samsung Galaxy Camera to provide more detail using its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will help you crop images a little more aggressively. The more aged S1000pj will be behind with regard to sensor technology.

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Nikon S1000pj vs Samsung Galaxy Camera Specifications
Nikon Coolpix S1000pj | Samsung Galaxy Camera | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Nikon | Samsung |
Model | Nikon Coolpix S1000pj | Samsung Galaxy Camera |
Also referred to as | - | Wi-Fi |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Revealed | 2009-08-04 | 2013-02-19 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | Expeed | 1.4GHz Quad-Core |
Sensor type | CCD | 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 | 12MP | 16MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | - |
Max resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4608 x 3456 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Max enhanced ISO | 6400 | - |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 23-481mm (20.9x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.9-5.8 | f/2.8-5.9 |
Macro focus range | 3cm | - |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 2.7" | 4.8" |
Resolution of display | 230 thousand dots | 922 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Display technology | - | 308 ppi, HD Super Clear Touch Display |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 30 secs | 16 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/8000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | 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) | 300g (0.66 lbs) |
Dimensions | 96 x 62 x 23mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 0.9") | 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 model | EN-EL12 | - |
Self timer | Yes | - |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC, Internal | micro SD/micro SDHC/micro SDXC |
Card slots | One | One |
Cost at release | $289 | $450 |