Nikon S33 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera
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Nikon S33 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 13MP - 1/3.1" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600
- Digital Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 30-90mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 221g - 110 x 66 x 27mm
- Revealed February 2015
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 4.8" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 23-481mm (F2.8-5.9) lens
- 300g - 129 x 71 x 19mm
- Introduced February 2013
- Additionally Known as Wi-Fi

Nikon S33 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera Overview
Its time to look much closer at the Nikon S33 and Samsung Galaxy Camera, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands Nikon and Samsung. The resolution of the S33 (13MP) and the Galaxy Camera (16MP) is relatively comparable but the S33 (1/3.1") and Galaxy Camera (1/2.3") possess different sensor sizing.

The S33 was released 2 years later than the Galaxy Camera and that is a fairly big gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before getting straight into a more detailed comparison, below is a short summation of how the S33 scores versus the Galaxy Camera in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Nikon S33 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix S33 and Samsung Galaxy Camera. The complete galleries are provided at Nikon S33 Gallery and Samsung Galaxy Camera Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S33 over the Samsung Galaxy Camera
S33 | Galaxy Camera | |||
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Introduced | February 2015 | ![]() | February 2013 | Fresher by 25 months |
Reasons to pick Samsung Galaxy Camera over the Nikon S33
Galaxy Camera | S33 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | More accurate focusing | ||
Screen dimension | 4.8" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+2.1") |
Screen resolution | 922k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper screen (+692k dot) |
Touch screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Nikon S33 and Samsung Galaxy Camera
S33 | Galaxy Camera | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither includes selfie screen |
Nikon S33 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera Physical Comparison
If you are aiming to carry your camera often, you will have to think about its weight and proportions. The Nikon S33 features outside dimensions of 110mm x 66mm x 27mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.1") and a weight of 221 grams (0.49 lbs) whilst the Samsung Galaxy Camera has measurements of 129mm x 71mm x 19mm (5.1" x 2.8" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 300 grams (0.66 lbs).
Contrast the Nikon S33 and Samsung Galaxy Camera in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are utilising during that time. Below is the front view sizing comparison of the S33 and the Galaxy Camera.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the S33 and Galaxy Camera is 91 and 90 respectively.

Nikon S33 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera Sensor Comparison
Normally, it is very hard to imagine the difference in sensor sizing just by seeing technical specs. The visual here will help give you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the S33 and Galaxy Camera.
As you have seen, the 2 cameras have got different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The S33 featuring a smaller sensor is going to make getting shallow DOF trickier and the Samsung Galaxy Camera will provide greater detail as a result of its extra 3 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop shots much more aggressively. The newer S33 should have an edge when it comes to sensor technology.

Nikon S33 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera Screen and ViewFinder


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Nikon S33 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera Specifications
Nikon Coolpix S33 | Samsung Galaxy Camera | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Nikon | Samsung |
Model type | Nikon Coolpix S33 | Samsung Galaxy Camera |
Also called as | - | Wi-Fi |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Revealed | 2015-02-10 | 2013-02-19 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | - | 1.4GHz Quad-Core |
Sensor type | CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/3.1" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 4.7 x 3.5mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 16.5mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 13 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 | - |
Peak resolution | 4160 x 3120 | 4608 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 30-90mm (3.0x) | 23-481mm (20.9x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.3-5.9 | f/2.8-5.9 |
Macro focusing distance | 5cm | - |
Crop factor | 7.7 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 2.7 inches | 4.8 inches |
Resolution of screen | 230 thousand dot | 922 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Screen tech | - | 308 ppi, HD Super Clear Touch Display |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 4s | 16s |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shutter speed | 4.7 frames/s | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.10 m (at Auto ISO) | - |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30p, 25p), 640 x 480 (30p, 25p), 320 x 240 (30p, 25p) | 1920 x 1080 |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | 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 | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 221g (0.49 lbs) | 300g (0.66 lbs) |
Dimensions | 110 x 66 x 27mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.1") | 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 | 220 photographs | - |
Battery format | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | EN-EL19 | - |
Self timer | Yes (10 sec, smile timer) | - |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | micro SD/micro SDHC/micro SDXC |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Launch pricing | $150 | $450 |