Nikon S620 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G
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![Nikon Coolpix S620 front Nikon Coolpix S620 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Nikon-Coolpix-S620/Nikon-S620-front.jpg)
![Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G front Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Samsung-Galaxy-Camera-4G/Samsung-Galaxy-Camera-4G-front.jpg)
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Nikon S620 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 28-112mm (F2.7-5.8) lens
- 120g - 90 x 53 x 23mm
- Revealed February 2009
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 4.8" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 23-481mm (F) lens
- 305g - 129 x 71 x 19mm
- Revealed August 2012
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Nikon S620 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G Overview
Here is a extended assessment of the Nikon S620 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by competitors Nikon and Samsung. There exists a large gap between the image resolutions of the S620 (12MP) and Galaxy Camera 4G (16MP) but they possess the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").
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The S620 was announced 4 years earlier than the Galaxy Camera 4G and that is quite a serious difference as far as technology is concerned. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before going in to a more detailed comparison, below is a concise summary of how the S620 scores against the Galaxy Camera 4G when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
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Nikon S620 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix S620 & Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G. The whole galleries are viewable at Nikon S620 Gallery & Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S620 over the Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G
S620 | Galaxy Camera 4G | |||
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Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 0k | Clearer display (+230k dot) |
Reasons to pick Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G over the Nikon S620
Galaxy Camera 4G | S620 | |||
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Revealed | August 2012 | ![]() | February 2009 | Fresher by 43 months |
Display sizing | 4.8" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+2.1") |
Touch display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Nikon S620 and Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G
S620 | Galaxy Camera 4G | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
Focus manually | ![]() | Lack of manual focusing | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither contains selfie screen |
Nikon S620 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G Physical Comparison
In case you're aiming to carry your camera, you have to take into account its weight and proportions. The Nikon S620 has got physical measurements of 90mm x 53mm x 23mm (3.5" x 2.1" x 0.9") and a weight of 120 grams (0.26 lbs) and the Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G has measurements of 129mm x 71mm x 19mm (5.1" x 2.8" x 0.7") and a weight of 305 grams (0.67 lbs).
Analyze the Nikon S620 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Remember, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are working with at the time. Underneath is the front view scale comparison of the S620 vs the Galaxy Camera 4G.
![Nikon S620 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G size comparison Nikon S620 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Nikon-Coolpix-S620-vs-Samsung-Galaxy-Camera-4G-size-comparison.jpg)
Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the S620 and Galaxy Camera 4G is 96 and 90 respectively.
![Nikon S620 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G top view buttons comparison Nikon S620 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Nikon-Coolpix-S620-vs-Samsung-Galaxy-Camera-4G-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Nikon S620 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it can be tough to see the difference between sensor sizing simply by reading specifications. The visual below should provide you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the S620 and Galaxy Camera 4G.
To sum up, both of the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but not the same megapixels. You can anticipate the Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G to offer you greater detail with its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also help you crop images far more aggressively. The older S620 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor technology.
![Nikon S620 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G sensor size comparison Nikon S620 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Nikon-Coolpix-S620-vs-Samsung-Galaxy-Camera-4G-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Nikon S620 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G Screen and ViewFinder
![Nikon S620 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G Screen and Viewfinder comparison Nikon S620 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Nikon-Coolpix-S620-vs-Samsung-Galaxy-Camera-4G-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison
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Street Comparison
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Sports Comparison
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Travel Comparison
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Landscape Comparison
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Vlogging Comparison
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Nikon S620 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G Specifications
Nikon Coolpix S620 | Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Nikon | Samsung |
Model type | Nikon Coolpix S620 | Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Revealed | 2009-02-03 | 2012-08-29 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | - | 1.4GHz Quad-Core |
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 27.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12MP | 16MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | - |
Peak resolution | 4000 x 3000 | - |
Highest native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-112mm (4.0x) | 23-481mm (20.9x) |
Maximal aperture | f/2.7-5.8 | - |
Macro focusing distance | 2cm | - |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 2.7 inch | 4.8 inch |
Resolution of display | 230 thousand dot | 0 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Display technology | - | 308 ppi, HD Super Clear Touch Display |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 8 secs | - |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | - |
Continuous shutter speed | 1.0 frames/s | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | - | no built-in flash |
Flash settings | Auto, Red-Eye reduction, Off, On, Slow sync | no built-in flash |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 |
Highest video resolution | 640x480 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | none |
GPS | None | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 120 grams (0.26 lb) | 305 grams (0.67 lb) |
Dimensions | 90 x 53 x 23mm (3.5" x 2.1" x 0.9") | 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 ID | EN-EL12 | - |
Self timer | Yes (3 or 10 sec) | - |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC, Internal | micro SD/micro SDHC/micro SDXC |
Storage slots | One | One |
Retail cost | $37 | $550 |