Nikon S6400 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera

The following is a detailed analysis of the Nikon S6400 and Samsung Galaxy Camera, one is a Ultracompact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by competitors Nikon and Samsung. The image resolution of the S6400 (16MP) and the Galaxy Camera (16MP) is pretty comparable and they enjoy the exact same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The S6400 was launched 6 months prior to the Galaxy Camera which means that they are of a similar generation. Both of these cameras come with different body type with the Nikon S6400 being a Ultracompact camera and the Samsung Galaxy Camera being a Compact camera.

Before we go in to a step-by-step comparison, below is a simple view of how the S6400 matches up against the Galaxy Camera when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix S6400 and Samsung Galaxy Camera. The complete galleries are available at Nikon S6400 Gallery and Samsung Galaxy Camera Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to travel with your camera regularly, you will want to factor in its weight and volume. The Nikon S6400 has got external measurements of 95mm x 58mm x 27mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 1.1") and a weight of 150 grams (0.33 lbs) whilst the Samsung Galaxy Camera has sizing of 129mm x 71mm x 19mm (5.1" x 2.8" x 0.7") along with a weight of 300 grams (0.66 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are using at that moment. The following is the front view proportions comparison of the S6400 versus the Galaxy Camera.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the S6400 and Galaxy Camera is 94 and 90 respectively.

Usually, it is very hard to picture the difference in sensor dimensions merely by checking out technical specs. The image below will give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the S6400 and Galaxy Camera.

As you can tell, both of these cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the exact same resolution therefore you should expect comparable quality of files though you will want to consider the production date of the cameras into account.