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Nikon S1000pj vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G

Portability
94
Imaging
35
Features
21
Overall
29
Nikon Coolpix S1000pj front
 
Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G front
Portability
90
Imaging
39
Features
44
Overall
41

Nikon S1000pj vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Key Specs

Nikon S1000pj
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Display
  • ISO 80 - 3200 (Increase 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
  • Released August 2009
Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G
(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
  • Introduced August 2012
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Nikon S1000pj vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Overview

The following is a extensive comparison of the Nikon S1000pj and Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals Nikon and Samsung. There is a large difference among the sensor resolutions of the S1000pj (12MP) and Galaxy Camera 3G (16MP) but both cameras offer the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The S1000pj was announced 4 years prior to the Galaxy Camera 3G which is a fairly serious difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before getting straight to a full comparison, here is a quick highlight of how the S1000pj grades versus the Galaxy Camera 3G in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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Reasons to pick Nikon S1000pj over the Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G

 S1000pj Galaxy Camera 3G 
Display resolution230k0kCrisper display (+230k dot)

Reasons to pick Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G over the Nikon S1000pj

 Galaxy Camera 3G S1000pj 
IntroducedAugust 2012August 2009Newer by 37 months
Display size4.8"2.7"Larger display (+2.1")
Touch display Easily navigate

Common features in the Nikon S1000pj and Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G

 S1000pj Galaxy Camera 3G 
Focus manually No manual focus
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Selfie screen Neither has selfie screen

Nikon S1000pj vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Physical Comparison

For those who are looking to travel with your camera frequently, you'll have to take into account its weight and measurements. The Nikon S1000pj has external measurements of 96mm x 62mm x 23mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 0.9") having a weight of 175 grams (0.39 lbs) while the Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G has proportions of 129mm x 71mm x 19mm (5.1" x 2.8" x 0.7") having a weight of 305 grams (0.67 lbs).

Contrast the Nikon S1000pj and Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Remember, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are utilising at that time. Below is a front view size comparison of the S1000pj compared to the Galaxy Camera 3G.

Nikon S1000pj vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G size comparison

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the S1000pj and Galaxy Camera 3G is 94 and 90 respectively.

Nikon S1000pj vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G top view buttons comparison

Nikon S1000pj vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Sensor Comparison

Often, it's tough to imagine the contrast in sensor dimensions simply by researching technical specs. The pic below might give you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the S1000pj and Galaxy Camera 3G.

As you can tell, each of these cameras come with the identical sensor size but different MP. You can expect to see the Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G to provide you with greater detail with its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will also make it easier to crop images a good deal more aggressively. The more aged S1000pj will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.

Nikon S1000pj vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G sensor size comparison

Nikon S1000pj vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Screen and ViewFinder

Nikon S1000pj vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Portrait photography with Nikon S1000pj
Portrait photography with Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G
21
focusing manually not possible
manual mode not possible
cannot use external flash
low megapixels (12MP)
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
30
good resolution (16MP)
lack of manual focus
no manual mode
external flash not possible
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
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Street Comparison

Street photography with Nikon S1000pj
Street photography with Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G
56
has image stabilization (Optical)
no moving screen
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
61
built in image stabilization (Optical)
lighter than average in class (305 grams)
no moving screen
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
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Sports Comparison

Nikon S1000pj Sports photography factors
Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Sports photography factors
34
max shutter speed is good (1/8,000s)
has image stabilization (Optical)
lack of shutter priority mode
low megapixels (12 megapixels)
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
lacks phase detect AF
44
amazing zoom range (23-481mm 20.9 x zoom)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
good resolution (16 megapixels)
no shutter priority
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
lacks phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

Nikon S1000pj Travel photography factors
Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Travel photography factors
57
flash built-in
decently wide (28mm)
missing Time Lapse recording
low megapixels (12MP)
display is not selfie friendly
slow max aperture (f3.9)
72
lighter than average in class (305g)
good resolution (16 megapixels)
relatively wide (23mm)
great reach (481mm)
good maximum aperture (f)
no Timelapse mode
does not have selfie friendly display
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Landscape Comparison

Nikon S1000pj as a Landscape photography camera
Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G as a Landscape photography camera
32
decently wide (28mm)
has image stabilization (Optical)
focusing manually not possible
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
slow max aperture (f3.9)
small screen (2.7 inches)
manual mode not possible
low megapixels (12 megapixels)
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
missing Time Lapse recording
47
relatively wide (23mm)
good maximum aperture (f)
lovely big screen (4.8")
built in image stabilization (Optical)
good resolution (16 megapixels)
lack of manual focus
can't change lens (fixed lens mount)
no manual mode
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
no Timelapse mode
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Vlogging Comparison

Nikon S1000pj as a Vlogging camera
Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G as a Vlogging camera
28
decently wide (28mm)
has image stabilization (Optical)
slow max aperture (f3.9)
display is not selfie friendly
video resolution low (1280 x 720 resolution)
missing mic socket
36
relatively wide (23mm)
good maximum aperture (f)
touchscreen enabled
built in image stabilization (Optical)
high quality video (1920 x 1080 pxls)
lighter than average in class (305 grams)
does not have selfie friendly display
no external microphone jack
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Nikon S1000pj vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Nikon S1000pj and Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G
 Nikon Coolpix S1000pjSamsung Galaxy Camera 3G
General Information
Company Nikon Samsung
Model type Nikon Coolpix S1000pj Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G
Category Small Sensor Compact Small Sensor Superzoom
Released 2009-08-04 2012-08-29
Body design Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Chip Expeed 1.4GHz Quad-Core
Sensor type CCD BSI-CMOS
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor measurements 6.17 x 4.55mm 6.17 x 4.55mm
Sensor surface area 28.1mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 12 megapixels 16 megapixels
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 4:3 and 16:9 -
Peak resolution 4000 x 3000 -
Highest native ISO 3200 3200
Highest enhanced ISO 6400 -
Min native ISO 80 100
RAW images
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Touch to focus
Continuous autofocus
Single autofocus
Autofocus tracking
Autofocus selectice
Autofocus center weighted
Autofocus multi area
Live view autofocus
Face detect autofocus
Contract detect autofocus
Phase detect autofocus
Lens
Lens support fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 28-140mm (5.0x) 23-481mm (20.9x)
Maximum aperture f/3.9-5.8 -
Macro focusing range 3cm -
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.8
Screen
Range of display Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display diagonal 2.7 inches 4.8 inches
Resolution of display 230 thousand dot 0 thousand dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch friendly
Display tech - 308 ppi, HD Super Clear Touch Display
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None None
Features
Minimum shutter speed 30s -
Fastest shutter speed 1/8000s -
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual exposure
Change white balance
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash distance - no built-in flash
Flash options - no built-in flash
External flash
Auto exposure bracketing
White balance bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment metering
Average metering
Spot metering
Partial metering
AF area metering
Center weighted metering
Video features
Video resolutions 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) 1920 x 1080
Highest video resolution 1280x720 1920x1080
Video format Motion JPEG MPEG-4, H.264
Microphone input
Headphone input
Connectivity
Wireless None Built-In
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) none
GPS None BuiltIn
Physical
Environmental seal
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 175g (0.39 lb) 305g (0.67 lb)
Physical 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 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-EL12 -
Self timer Yes -
Time lapse recording
Type of storage SD/SDHC, Internal micro SD/micro SDHC/micro SDXC
Storage slots One One
Price at release $289 $606