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Nikon S6300 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G

Portability
94
Imaging
39
Features
35
Overall
37
Nikon Coolpix S6300 front
 
Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G front
Portability
90
Imaging
39
Features
44
Overall
41

Nikon S6300 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Key Specs

Nikon S6300
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 125 - 3200
  • Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
  • 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • 25-250mm (F3.2-5.8) lens
  • 160g - 94 x 58 x 26mm
  • Revealed February 2012
Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G
(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
  • Launched August 2012
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Nikon S6300 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Overview

Here, we are evaluating the Nikon S6300 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by companies Nikon and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the S6300 (16MP) and the Galaxy Camera 3G (16MP) is fairly similar and both cameras provide the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The S6300 was introduced 7 months prior to the Galaxy Camera 3G which means that they are both of a similar age. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before delving into a in depth comparison, here is a quick view of how the S6300 matches up versus the Galaxy Camera 3G for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

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Reasons to pick Nikon S6300 over the Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G

 S6300 Galaxy Camera 3G 
Display resolution230k0kCrisper display (+230k dot)

Reasons to pick Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G over the Nikon S6300

 Galaxy Camera 3G S6300 
LaunchedAugust 2012February 2012Fresher by 7 months
Display size4.8"2.7"Larger display (+2.1")
Touch display Easily navigate

Common features in the Nikon S6300 and Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G

 S6300 Galaxy Camera 3G 
Manually focus No manual focusing
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Selfie screen Neither has selfie screen

Nikon S6300 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Physical Comparison

For anyone who is planning to carry your camera, you will have to consider its weight and measurements. The Nikon S6300 has physical measurements of 94mm x 58mm x 26mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 1.0") with a weight of 160 grams (0.35 lbs) whilst the Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G has proportions of 129mm x 71mm x 19mm (5.1" x 2.8" x 0.7") with a weight of 305 grams (0.67 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you select at the time. Here is a front view proportions comparison of the S6300 compared to the Galaxy Camera 3G.

Nikon S6300 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G size comparison

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the S6300 and Galaxy Camera 3G is 94 and 90 respectively.

Nikon S6300 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G top view buttons comparison

Nikon S6300 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Sensor Comparison

Generally, it is very tough to picture the gap between sensor sizing only by going over specifications. The visual here might provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the S6300 and Galaxy Camera 3G.

Plainly, both of the cameras come with the identical sensor size and the same exact megapixels therefore you can expect similar quality of photos but you should always consider the age of the products into consideration. The older S6300 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor tech.

Nikon S6300 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G sensor size comparison

Nikon S6300 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Screen and ViewFinder

Nikon S6300 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Nikon S6300 as a Portrait photography camera
Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G as a Portrait photography camera
34
MP count decent (16MP)
offers face detect focus
lack of manual focus
manual exposure not possible
external flash not possible
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
lack of RAW files
30
decent sensor resolution (16 megapixels)
no manual focus
no manual control
cannot use external flash
very small sensor (1/2.3")
no RAW format
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Street Comparison

Nikon S6300 Street photography details
Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Street photography details
57
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
no articulating screen
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
lack of RAW files
61
image stabilization (Optical)
lighter than others (305g)
fixed screen
very small sensor (1/2.3")
no RAW format
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Sports Comparison

Nikon S6300 Sports photography factors
Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Sports photography factors
44
max shutter speed is good (1/8,000s)
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
MP count decent (16 megapixels)
offers tracking focus
max frames per second low (6.0 fps)
no shutter priority mode
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
lack of phase detect auto focus
44
long zoom range (23-481mm 20.9 x zoom)
image stabilization (Optical)
decent sensor resolution (16MP)
no shutter priority
very small sensor (1/2.3")
no phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

Nikon S6300 Travel photography features
Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Travel photography features
68
MP count decent (16MP)
has built in flash
rather wide (25mm)
very long zoom (250mm)
does not have Time Lapse recording
does not posses selfie friendly screen
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.2)
72
lighter than others (305g)
decent sensor resolution (16MP)
really wide (23mm)
very long reach (481mm)
fast maximum aperture (f)
doesn't have Time Lapse recording
screen is not selfie friendly
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Landscape Comparison

Nikon S6300 Landscape photography highlights
Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Landscape photography highlights
38
rather wide (25mm)
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
MP count decent (16MP)
lack of manual focus
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.2)
tiny screen (2.7 inches)
manual exposure not possible
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
lack of RAW files
does not have Time Lapse recording
47
really wide (23mm)
fast maximum aperture (f)
big screen (4.8 inch)
image stabilization (Optical)
decent sensor resolution (16MP)
no manual focus
can't swap lenses (fixed lens mount)
no manual control
very small sensor (1/2.3")
no RAW format
doesn't have Time Lapse recording
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Vlogging Comparison

Nikon S6300 Vlogging highlights
Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Vlogging highlights
34
rather wide (25mm)
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
offers face detect focus
high quality video (1920 x 1080 pixels)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.2)
does not posses selfie friendly screen
does not have mic support
36
really wide (23mm)
fast maximum aperture (f)
touch screen
image stabilization (Optical)
high quality video (1920 x 1080 pxls)
lighter than others (305g)
screen is not selfie friendly
doesn't have mic socket
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Nikon S6300 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Nikon S6300 and Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G
 Nikon Coolpix S6300Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G
General Information
Make Nikon Samsung
Model type Nikon Coolpix S6300 Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G
Type Small Sensor Compact Small Sensor Superzoom
Revealed 2012-02-01 2012-08-29
Physical type Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Processor - 1.4GHz Quad-Core
Sensor type BSI-CMOS BSI-CMOS
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor dimensions 6.17 x 4.55mm 6.17 x 4.55mm
Sensor area 28.1mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 16 megapixels 16 megapixels
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 4:3 and 16:9 -
Max resolution 4608 x 3456 -
Max native ISO 3200 3200
Min native ISO 125 100
RAW format
Autofocusing
Manual focusing
Autofocus touch
Autofocus continuous
Single autofocus
Autofocus tracking
Autofocus selectice
Autofocus center weighted
Multi area autofocus
Live view autofocus
Face detection autofocus
Contract detection autofocus
Phase detection autofocus
Cross type focus points - -
Lens
Lens mount type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 25-250mm (10.0x) 23-481mm (20.9x)
Maximum aperture f/3.2-5.8 -
Macro focusing range 10cm -
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.8
Screen
Screen type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen sizing 2.7" 4.8"
Screen resolution 230k dots 0k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch function
Screen technology TFT-LCD with Anti-reflection coating 308 ppi, HD Super Clear Touch Display
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Min shutter speed 30 secs -
Max shutter speed 1/8000 secs -
Continuous shutter rate 6.0 frames per second -
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual mode
Change white balance
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash distance - no built-in flash
Flash options Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow-sync no built-in flash
External flash
Auto exposure bracketing
White balance bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment
Average
Spot
Partial
AF area
Center weighted
Video features
Supported video resolutions 1920 x 1080 (30fps), 1280 x 720p (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30fps) 1920 x 1080
Max video resolution 1920x1080 1920x1080
Video data format MPEG-4, H.264 MPEG-4, H.264
Mic port
Headphone port
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 160 gr (0.35 pounds) 305 gr (0.67 pounds)
Physical dimensions 94 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 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 life 230 pictures -
Form of battery Battery Pack -
Battery ID EN-EL12 -
Self timer Yes -
Time lapse feature
Storage type SD/SDHC/SDXC micro SD/micro SDHC/micro SDXC
Card slots 1 1
Launch pricing $200 $606