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Nikon S570 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 2

Portability
95
Imaging
34
Features
14
Overall
26
Nikon Coolpix S570 front
 
Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 front
Portability
90
Imaging
40
Features
60
Overall
48

Nikon S570 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 Key Specs

Nikon S570
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 100 - 3200
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 28-140mm (F2.7-6.6) lens
  • 140g - 92 x 57 x 22mm
  • Launched August 2009
Samsung Galaxy Camera 2
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 4.8" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 100 - 3200
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • 23-483mm (F2.8-5.9) lens
  • 283g - 133 x 71 x 19mm
  • Introduced January 2014
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Nikon S570 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 Overview

In this write-up, we will be reviewing the Nikon S570 and Samsung Galaxy Camera 2, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by companies Nikon and Samsung. There exists a large gap between the resolutions of the S570 (12MP) and Galaxy Camera 2 (16MP) but they enjoy the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The S570 was released 5 years before the Galaxy Camera 2 which is quite a serious difference as far as technology is concerned. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting in to a full comparison, below is a brief highlight of how the S570 scores against the Galaxy Camera 2 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

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Reasons to pick Nikon S570 over the Samsung Galaxy Camera 2

 S570 Galaxy Camera 2 

Reasons to pick Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 over the Nikon S570

 Galaxy Camera 2 S570 
IntroducedJanuary 2014August 2009More modern by 53 months
Focus manually Very precise focusing
Screen sizing4.8"2.7"Bigger screen (+2.1")
Screen resolution1037k230kClearer screen (+807k dot)
Touch screen Quickly navigate

Common features in the Nikon S570 and Samsung Galaxy Camera 2

 S570 Galaxy Camera 2 
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Selfie screen Neither offers selfie screen

Nikon S570 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 Physical Comparison

For those who are intending to carry around your camera, you will have to factor its weight and size. The Nikon S570 offers exterior dimensions of 92mm x 57mm x 22mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.9") and a weight of 140 grams (0.31 lbs) while the Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 has specifications of 133mm x 71mm x 19mm (5.2" x 2.8" x 0.7") having a weight of 283 grams (0.62 lbs).

Take a look at the Nikon S570 and Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you have chosen at the time. Underneath is the front view over all size comparison of the S570 and the Galaxy Camera 2.

Nikon S570 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 size comparison

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the S570 and Galaxy Camera 2 is 95 and 90 respectively.

Nikon S570 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 top view buttons comparison

Nikon S570 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 Sensor Comparison

Sometimes, it is hard to visualise the difference between sensor sizes only by going over technical specs. The image below might provide you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the S570 and Galaxy Camera 2.

As you have seen, both cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same resolution. You can count on the Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 to deliver more detail as a result of its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will help you crop shots a little more aggressively. The more aged S570 is going to be behind with regard to sensor technology.

Nikon S570 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 sensor size comparison

Nikon S570 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 Screen and ViewFinder

Nikon S570 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Nikon S570 as a Portrait photography camera
Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 as a Portrait photography camera
20
lack of manual focus
manual mode not available
external flash not possible
MP count low (12 megapixels)
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
lack of RAW support
44
manual focus
sensor resolution is decent (16MP)
supports face detection focusing
can't use external flash
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
lack of RAW support
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Street Comparison

Nikon S570 Street photography details
Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 Street photography details
47
screen is fixed
lack of image stabilization
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
lack of RAW support
65
built in image stabilization (Optical)
boasts focus via touch
lighter than average (283g)
screen does not articulate
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
lack of RAW support
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Sports Comparison

Sports photography with Nikon S570
Sports photography with Samsung Galaxy Camera 2
17
lack of shutter priority mode
lack of image stabilization
MP count low (12MP)
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
lack of phase detect auto focus
48
incredible zoom range (23-483mm 21.0 x zoom)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
sensor resolution is decent (16MP)
good battery (400 per charge)
slow continuous shooting (5.0 frames per second)
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
lack of phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

Nikon S570 Travel photography features
Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 Travel photography features
58
flash built-in
reasonably wide (28mm)
does not have Timelapse function
MP count low (12MP)
screen isn't selfie friendly
slow max aperture (f2.7)
73
good battery (400 per charge)
lighter than average (283 grams)
supports bluetooth
boasts focus via touch
sensor resolution is decent (16MP)
has built in flash
pretty wide (23mm)
very long zoom (483mm)
doesn't have Time Lapse mode
doesn't feature selfie friendly screen
somewhat slow max aperture (f2.8)
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Landscape Comparison

Nikon S570 Landscape photography factors
Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 Landscape photography factors
27
reasonably wide (28mm)
lack of manual focus
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
slow max aperture (f2.7)
screen is somewhat small (2.7 inch)
manual mode not available
lack of image stabilization
MP count low (12 megapixels)
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
lack of RAW support
does not have Timelapse function
52
manual focus
pretty wide (23mm)
bigger than average screen (4.8 inch)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
sensor resolution is decent (16MP)
good battery (400 shots)
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow max aperture (f2.8)
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
lack of RAW support
doesn't have Time Lapse mode
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Vlogging Comparison

Nikon S570 as a Vlogging camera
Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 as a Vlogging camera
25
reasonably wide (28mm)
slow max aperture (f2.7)
screen isn't selfie friendly
lack of image stabilization
video resolution low (1280 x 720 pixels)
does not have external microphone port
37
pretty wide (23mm)
built-in touchscreen
built in image stabilization (Optical)
supports face detection focusing
video resolution high (1920 x 1080 resolution)
includes external mic jack
lighter than average (283g)
somewhat slow max aperture (f2.8)
doesn't feature selfie friendly screen
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Nikon S570 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Nikon S570 and Samsung Galaxy Camera 2
 Nikon Coolpix S570Samsung Galaxy Camera 2
General Information
Company Nikon Samsung
Model Nikon Coolpix S570 Samsung Galaxy Camera 2
Class Small Sensor Compact Small Sensor Superzoom
Launched 2009-08-04 2014-01-02
Body design Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Powered by Expeed 1.6GHz Quad-Core Exynos
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 12 megapixel 16 megapixel
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 4:3 and 16:9 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9
Full resolution 4000 x 3000 4608 x 3456
Max native ISO 3200 3200
Minimum native ISO 100 100
RAW photos
Autofocusing
Manual focus
Touch focus
Continuous AF
AF single
Tracking AF
Selective AF
AF center weighted
AF multi area
AF live view
Face detection focusing
Contract detection focusing
Phase detection focusing
Cross focus points - -
Lens
Lens mount fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range 28-140mm (5.0x) 23-483mm (21.0x)
Largest aperture f/2.7-6.6 f/2.8-5.9
Macro focus range 3cm 10cm
Crop factor 5.8 5.8
Screen
Range of screen Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen diagonal 2.7 inches 4.8 inches
Screen resolution 230 thousand dot 1,037 thousand dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch operation
Screen technology - HD Super Clear Touch Display
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Slowest shutter speed 60 seconds 16 seconds
Maximum shutter speed 1/4000 seconds 1/2000 seconds
Continuous shooting speed - 5.0 frames/s
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual exposure
Exposure compensation - Yes
Custom WB
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash range - 3.80 m
Flash options - Auto, auto w/redeye reduction, fill-in, slow sync, flash off, redeye fix
Hot shoe
Auto exposure bracketing
White balance bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment
Average
Spot
Partial
AF area
Center weighted
Video features
Supported 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 - MPEG-4, H.264
Mic input
Headphone input
Connectivity
Wireless None Built-In
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None BuiltIn
Physical
Environment seal
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 140 grams (0.31 lbs) 283 grams (0.62 lbs)
Dimensions 92 x 57 x 22mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.9") 133 x 71 x 19mm (5.2" x 2.8" x 0.7")
DXO scores
DXO All around 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 - 400 photos
Form of battery - Battery Pack
Battery model EN-EL10 Built-in
Self timer Yes Yes (2, 5, or 10 sec)
Time lapse shooting
Storage media SD/SDHC, Internal microSD/microSDHC/microSDXC
Storage slots 1 1
Cost at launch $180 $400