Nikon S630 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera

In this write-up, we are reviewing the Nikon S630 versus Samsung Galaxy Camera, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by competitors Nikon and Samsung. There is a crucial difference between the resolutions of the S630 (12MP) and Galaxy Camera (16MP) but they feature the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The S630 was unveiled 5 years prior to the Galaxy Camera and that is quite a serious gap as far as tech is concerned. The two cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go in to a comprehensive comparison, below is a brief summation of how the S630 matches up versus the Galaxy Camera in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix S630 and Samsung Galaxy Camera. The full galleries are available at Nikon S630 Gallery and Samsung Galaxy Camera Gallery.

For anyone who is looking to lug around your camera frequently, you are going to need to think about its weight and volume. The Nikon S630 comes with exterior dimensions of 97mm x 58mm x 26mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 1.0") with a weight of 140 grams (0.31 lbs) while the Samsung Galaxy Camera has sizing of 129mm x 71mm x 19mm (5.1" x 2.8" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 300 grams (0.66 lbs).

Take a look at the Nikon S630 versus Samsung Galaxy Camera in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Below is the front view size comparison of the S630 compared to the Galaxy Camera.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the S630 and Galaxy Camera is 95 and 90 respectively.

Oftentimes, it's hard to envision the difference between sensor measurements merely by going over specifications. The visual underneath will provide you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the S630 and Galaxy Camera.

To sum up, the 2 cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but not the same megapixels. You should expect to see the Samsung Galaxy Camera to deliver extra detail having an extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will help you crop pics far more aggressively. The older S630 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.