Nikon S570 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 2
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Nikon S570 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 Key Specs
(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
(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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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").
Pentax 17 Pre-Orders Outperform Expectations by a LandslideThe 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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Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix S570 & Samsung Galaxy Camera 2. The complete galleries are available at Nikon S570 Gallery & Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 Gallery.
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 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Introduced | January 2014 | August 2009 | More modern by 53 months | |
| Focus manually | Very precise focusing | |||
| Screen sizing | 4.8" | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+2.1") | |
| Screen resolution | 1037k | 230k | Clearer screen (+807k dot) | |
| Touch screen | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Nikon S570 and Samsung Galaxy Camera 2
| S570 | Galaxy Camera 2 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Screen type | Fixed | 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.
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.

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 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.
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Nikon S570 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 Specifications
| Nikon Coolpix S570 | Samsung 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 |