Nikon S570 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G

Its time to take a more detailed look at the Nikon S570 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by manufacturers Nikon and Samsung. There is a big difference among the image resolutions of the S570 (12MP) and Galaxy Camera 3G (16MP) but they come with the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The S570 was brought out 4 years prior to the Galaxy Camera 3G and that is a fairly big gap as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before going in to a more detailed comparison, below is a simple summation of how the S570 matches up against the Galaxy Camera 3G in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix S570 and Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G. The entire galleries are viewable at Nikon S570 Gallery and Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Gallery.

In case you're looking to carry your camera, you will have to factor its weight and volume. The Nikon S570 features physical measurements of 92mm x 57mm x 22mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.9") with a weight of 140 grams (0.31 lbs) and the Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G has sizing of 129mm x 71mm x 19mm (5.1" x 2.8" x 0.7") with a weight of 305 grams (0.67 lbs).

Examine the Nikon S570 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you have chosen at the time. Below is the front view dimension comparison of the S570 against the Galaxy Camera 3G.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the S570 and Galaxy Camera 3G is 95 and 90 respectively.

Usually, it can be difficult to see the difference in sensor sizing just by viewing a spec sheet. The photograph below may give you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the S570 and Galaxy Camera 3G.

Clearly, each of the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same resolution. You should expect the Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G to render extra detail having its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will allow you to crop pictures a little more aggressively. The older S570 will be behind when it comes to sensor technology.