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Nikon S6200 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G

Portability
94
Imaging
39
Features
37
Overall
38
Nikon Coolpix S6200 front
 
Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G front
Portability
90
Imaging
39
Features
44
Overall
41

Nikon S6200 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Key Specs

Nikon S6200
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 80 - 3200
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 25-250mm (F3.2-5.6) lens
  • 160g - 93 x 58 x 26mm
  • Announced August 2011
Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 4.8" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 100 - 3200
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • 23-481mm (F) lens
  • 305g - 129 x 71 x 19mm
  • Introduced August 2012
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Nikon S6200 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Overview

The following is a extensive comparison of the Nikon S6200 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals Nikon and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the S6200 (16MP) and the Galaxy Camera 3G (16MP) is pretty close and both cameras have the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The S6200 was released 12 months prior to the Galaxy Camera 3G which means that they are of a similar generation. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before diving into a complete comparison, here is a simple overview of how the S6200 grades against the Galaxy Camera 3G with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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Reasons to pick Nikon S6200 over the Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G

 S6200 Galaxy Camera 3G 
Focus manually Very accurate focusing
Screen resolution230k0kSharper screen (+230k dot)

Reasons to pick Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G over the Nikon S6200

 Galaxy Camera 3G S6200 
IntroducedAugust 2012August 2011Newer by 12 months
Screen size4.8"2.7"Bigger screen (+2.1")
Touch screen Quickly navigate

Common features in the Nikon S6200 and Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G

 S6200 Galaxy Camera 3G 
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Selfie screen Lacking selfie screen

Nikon S6200 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Physical Comparison

For anyone who is aiming to travel with your camera frequently, you need to take into account its weight and size. The Nikon S6200 provides external measurements of 93mm x 58mm x 26mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 1.0") and a weight of 160 grams (0.35 lbs) while the Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G has specifications of 129mm x 71mm x 19mm (5.1" x 2.8" x 0.7") along with a weight of 305 grams (0.67 lbs).

Examine the Nikon S6200 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you choose at that time. Underneath is a front view size comparison of the S6200 versus the Galaxy Camera 3G.

Nikon S6200 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G size comparison

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the S6200 and Galaxy Camera 3G is 94 and 90 respectively.

Nikon S6200 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G top view buttons comparison

Nikon S6200 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Sensor Comparison

Often, it's difficult to imagine the gap in sensor dimensions simply by researching specifications. The image here may offer you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the S6200 and Galaxy Camera 3G.

Plainly, each of the cameras feature the identical sensor size and the same exact resolution therefore you should expect comparable quality of files though you should consider the production date of the cameras into account. The more aged S6200 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.

Nikon S6200 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G sensor size comparison

Nikon S6200 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Screen and ViewFinder

Nikon S6200 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Nikon S6200 Portrait photography highlights
Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Portrait photography highlights
40
focusing manually
good resolution (16MP)
offers face detection focus
no manual mode
no external flash support
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
30
decent sensor resolution (16MP)
lack of manual focus
no manual control
cannot use external flash
small sensor (1/2.3")
has no RAW files
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Street Comparison

Nikon S6200 Street photography info
Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Street photography info
63
built in image stabilization (Optical)
features focus via touch
no articulating screen
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
61
image stabilization (Optical)
lighter than others (305 grams)
fixed screen
small sensor (1/2.3")
has no RAW files
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Sports Comparison

Nikon S6200 Sports photography highlights
Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Sports photography highlights
40
built in image stabilization (Optical)
good resolution (16 megapixels)
offers tracking autofocus
max frames per second very slow (1.0 fps)
lack of shutter priority mode
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
lacks phase detect auto focus
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amazing zoom range (23-481mm 20.9 x zoom)
image stabilization (Optical)
decent sensor resolution (16 megapixels)
lack of shutter priority mode
small sensor (1/2.3")
has no phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

Nikon S6200 Travel photography info
Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Travel photography info
70
features focus via touch
good resolution (16 megapixels)
has built in flash
quite wide (25mm)
very long reach (250mm)
lack of Timelapse mode
does not posses selfie friendly display
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.2)
72
lighter than others (305g)
decent sensor resolution (16 megapixels)
rather wide (23mm)
great zoom (481mm)
great max aperture (f)
does not have Time Lapse function
screen isn't selfie friendly
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Landscape Comparison

Nikon S6200 Landscape photography advice
Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Landscape photography advice
43
focusing manually
quite wide (25mm)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
good resolution (16 megapixels)
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.2)
screen is small (2.7")
no manual mode
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
lack of Timelapse mode
47
rather wide (23mm)
great max aperture (f)
very good size screen (4.8")
image stabilization (Optical)
decent sensor resolution (16MP)
lack of manual focus
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
no manual control
small sensor (1/2.3")
has no RAW files
does not have Time Lapse function
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Vlogging Comparison

Nikon S6200 as a Vlogging camera
Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G as a Vlogging camera
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quite wide (25mm)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
offers face detection focus
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.2)
does not posses selfie friendly display
low video resolution (1280 x 720 resolution)
lack of external microphone support
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rather wide (23mm)
great max aperture (f)
touchscreen functionality
image stabilization (Optical)
good video quality (1920 x 1080 pxls)
lighter than others (305 grams)
screen isn't selfie friendly
does not have external mic support
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Nikon S6200 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Nikon S6200 and Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G
 Nikon Coolpix S6200Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G
General Information
Brand Name Nikon Samsung
Model Nikon Coolpix S6200 Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G
Class Small Sensor Compact Small Sensor Superzoom
Announced 2011-08-24 2012-08-29
Physical type Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Chip Expeed C2 1.4GHz Quad-Core
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 surface area 28.1mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 16 megapixels 16 megapixels
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 4:3 and 16:9 -
Peak resolution 4608 x 3456 -
Highest native ISO 3200 3200
Lowest native ISO 80 100
RAW format
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Touch focus
AF continuous
AF single
Tracking AF
AF selectice
Center weighted AF
Multi area AF
Live view AF
Face detection focusing
Contract detection focusing
Phase detection focusing
Cross focus points - -
Lens
Lens mounting type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range 25-250mm (10.0x) 23-481mm (20.9x)
Highest aperture f/3.2-5.6 -
Macro focus distance 10cm -
Crop factor 5.8 5.8
Screen
Type of screen Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen diagonal 2.7 inches 4.8 inches
Screen resolution 230 thousand dots 0 thousand dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch friendly
Screen technology TFT LCD with Anti-reflection coating 308 ppi, HD Super Clear Touch Display
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Min shutter speed 4s -
Max shutter speed 1/2000s -
Continuous shutter rate 1.0 frames/s -
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual mode
Set WB
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash range - no built-in flash
Flash options Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye no built-in flash
Hot shoe
AE bracketing
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment metering
Average metering
Spot metering
Partial metering
AF area metering
Center weighted metering
Video features
Video resolutions 1280 x 720p (30fps), 640 x 480 (30fps) 1920 x 1080
Highest video resolution 1280x720 1920x1080
Video format MPEG-4, Motion JPEG MPEG-4, H.264
Mic support
Headphone support
Connectivity
Wireless None Built-In
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) none
GPS None BuiltIn
Physical
Environment sealing
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 160 grams (0.35 pounds) 305 grams (0.67 pounds)
Physical dimensions 93 x 58 x 26mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 1.0") 129 x 71 x 19mm (5.1" x 2.8" x 0.7")
DXO scores
DXO Overall 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 250 photos -
Battery style Battery Pack -
Battery model EN-EL12 -
Self timer Yes -
Time lapse feature
Type of storage SD/SDHC/SDXC micro SD/micro SDHC/micro SDXC
Card slots Single Single
Pricing at release $229 $606