Nikon S630 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G
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![Nikon Coolpix S630 front Nikon Coolpix S630 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Nikon-Coolpix-S630/Nikon-S630-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 S630 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 64 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 37-260mm (F3.5-5.3) lens
- 140g - 97 x 58 x 26mm
- Launched February 2009
(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
- Launched August 2012
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Nikon S630 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G Overview
On this page, we will be reviewing the Nikon S630 and Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by manufacturers Nikon and Samsung. There exists a substantial gap among the resolutions of the S630 (12MP) and Galaxy Camera 4G (16MP) but both cameras boast the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").
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The S630 was launched 4 years earlier than the Galaxy Camera 4G and that is a fairly big difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both the cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before diving into a full comparison, here is a concise summary of how the S630 matches up against the Galaxy Camera 4G for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
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Nikon S630 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix S630 & Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G. The complete galleries are provided at Nikon S630 Gallery & Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S630 over the Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G
S630 | Galaxy Camera 4G | |||
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Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 0k | Crisper screen (+230k dot) |
Reasons to pick Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G over the Nikon S630
Galaxy Camera 4G | S630 | |||
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Launched | August 2012 | ![]() | February 2009 | Fresher by 43 months |
Screen dimensions | 4.8" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+2.1") |
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Nikon S630 and Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G
S630 | Galaxy Camera 4G | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Lack of manual focusing | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither includes selfie screen |
Nikon S630 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G Physical Comparison
If you're intending to carry your camera frequently, you'll have to think about its weight and measurements. The Nikon S630 features physical 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 4G has proportions of 129mm x 71mm x 19mm (5.1" x 2.8" x 0.7") and a weight of 305 grams (0.67 lbs).
Check out the Nikon S630 and Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G in our completely new 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)
Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you have at the time. Underneath is a front view physical size comparison of the S630 against the Galaxy Camera 4G.
![Nikon S630 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G size comparison Nikon S630 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Nikon-Coolpix-S630-vs-Samsung-Galaxy-Camera-4G-size-comparison.jpg)
Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the S630 and Galaxy Camera 4G is 95 and 90 respectively.
![Nikon S630 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G top view buttons comparison Nikon S630 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Nikon-Coolpix-S630-vs-Samsung-Galaxy-Camera-4G-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Nikon S630 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G Sensor Comparison
Typically, it can be tough to imagine the contrast in sensor sizing simply by seeing a spec sheet. The graphic below should provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the S630 and Galaxy Camera 4G.
Clearly, both of the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit different resolution. You can count on the Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G to provide more detail utilizing its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also let you crop shots more aggressively. The older S630 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.
![Nikon S630 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G sensor size comparison Nikon S630 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Nikon-Coolpix-S630-vs-Samsung-Galaxy-Camera-4G-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Nikon S630 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G Screen and ViewFinder
![Nikon S630 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G Screen and Viewfinder comparison Nikon S630 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Nikon-Coolpix-S630-vs-Samsung-Galaxy-Camera-4G-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Nikon S630 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G Specifications
Nikon Coolpix S630 | Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Nikon | Samsung |
Model type | Nikon Coolpix S630 | Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Launched | 2009-02-03 | 2012-08-29 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | - | 1.4GHz Quad-Core |
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 27.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12MP | 16MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | - |
Peak resolution | 4000 x 3000 | - |
Highest native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 64 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 37-260mm (7.0x) | 23-481mm (20.9x) |
Max aperture | f/3.5-5.3 | - |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 2.7 inch | 4.8 inch |
Resolution of screen | 230 thousand dots | 0 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Screen tech | - | 308 ppi, HD Super Clear Touch Display |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 8s | - |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000s | - |
Continuous shutter rate | 11.0fps | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | - | no built-in flash |
Flash modes | Auto, Red-Eye reduction, Off, On, Slow sync | no built-in flash |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 |
Highest video resolution | 640x480 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | none |
GPS | None | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 140g (0.31 lb) | 305g (0.67 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 97 x 58 x 26mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 1.0") | 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-L12 | - |
Self timer | Yes (3 or 10 sec) | - |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC, Internal | micro SD/micro SDHC/micro SDXC |
Card slots | One | One |
Pricing at release | $240 | $550 |