Nikon S33 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G

Here, we are evaluating the Nikon S33 versus Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by manufacturers Nikon and Samsung. The image resolution of the S33 (13MP) and the Galaxy Camera 3G (16MP) is fairly comparable but the S33 (1/3.1") and Galaxy Camera 3G (1/2.3") provide totally different sensor measurements.

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The S33 was manufactured 2 years later than the Galaxy Camera 3G and that is a fairly significant gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before delving into a in-depth comparison, here is a short summary of how the S33 matches up versus the Galaxy Camera 3G with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix S33 and Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G. The entire galleries are available at Nikon S33 Gallery and Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Gallery.

For those who are looking to carry your camera, you're going to have to factor its weight and size. The Nikon S33 comes with exterior dimensions of 110mm x 66mm x 27mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.1") with a weight of 221 grams (0.49 lbs) while the Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G has specifications 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 S33 versus Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you use at that time. The following is a front view sizing comparison of the S33 against the Galaxy Camera 3G.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the S33 and Galaxy Camera 3G is 91 and 90 respectively.

More often than not, it is very difficult to see the contrast in sensor sizing just by going through a spec sheet. The visual here will help offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the S33 and Galaxy Camera 3G.

Clearly, both of these cameras feature different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The S33 due to its smaller sensor will make getting shallow depth of field more challenging and the Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G will show greater detail due to its extra 3 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop photos way more aggressively. The fresher S33 is going to have an advantage with regard to sensor technology.