Nikon S8100 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G
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Nikon S8100 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 160 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 30-300mm (F3.5-5.6) lens
- 180g - 104 x 60 x 30mm
- Launched September 2010
(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
- Introduced August 2012

Nikon S8100 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Overview
The following is a thorough analysis of the Nikon S8100 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands Nikon and Samsung. There is a large difference between the resolutions of the S8100 (12MP) and Galaxy Camera 3G (16MP) but both cameras have the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

The S8100 was launched 24 months earlier than the Galaxy Camera 3G making them a generation away from each other. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before we go into a in depth comparison, here is a short overview of how the S8100 matches up versus the Galaxy Camera 3G in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Nikon S8100 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix S8100 & Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G. The complete galleries are available at Nikon S8100 Gallery & Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S8100 over the Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G
S8100 | Galaxy Camera 3G | |||
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Display resolution | 921k | ![]() | 0k | Clearer display (+921k dot) |
Reasons to pick Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G over the Nikon S8100
Galaxy Camera 3G | S8100 | |||
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Introduced | August 2012 | ![]() | September 2010 | Newer by 24 months |
Display size | 4.8" | ![]() | 3" | Larger display (+1.8") |
Touch display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Nikon S8100 and Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G
S8100 | Galaxy Camera 3G | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | No manual focus | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither features selfie screen |
Nikon S8100 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Physical Comparison
For those who are going to travel with your camera often, you should take into account its weight and volume. The Nikon S8100 enjoys outside dimensions of 104mm x 60mm x 30mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.2") along with a weight of 180 grams (0.40 lbs) while the Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G has sizing of 129mm x 71mm x 19mm (5.1" x 2.8" x 0.7") having a weight of 305 grams (0.67 lbs).
Contrast the Nikon S8100 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you have chosen during that time. Below is a front view size comparison of the S8100 and the Galaxy Camera 3G.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the S8100 and Galaxy Camera 3G is 93 and 90 respectively.

Nikon S8100 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, its hard to visualise the difference between sensor dimensions only by looking at technical specs. The image below will offer you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the S8100 and Galaxy Camera 3G.
As you can tell, both cameras come with the identical sensor size but not the same resolution. You can expect to see the Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G to give more detail utilizing its extra 4MP. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop pics a good deal more aggressively. The more aged S8100 is going to be behind in sensor tech.

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Nikon S8100 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Specifications
Nikon Coolpix S8100 | Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Nikon | Samsung |
Model | Nikon Coolpix S8100 | Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Launched | 2010-09-08 | 2012-08-29 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | Expeed C2 | 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 surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | - |
Max resolution | 4000 x 3000 | - |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 160 | 100 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 30-300mm (10.0x) | 23-481mm (20.9x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.5-5.6 | - |
Macro focus distance | 1cm | - |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3" | 4.8" |
Resolution of display | 921 thousand dot | 0 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Display technology | - | 308 ppi, HD Super Clear Touch Display |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 30 secs | - |
Max shutter speed | 1/8000 secs | - |
Continuous shutter speed | 10.0 frames per second | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | - | no built-in flash |
Flash options | - | no built-in flash |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (60 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | none |
GPS | None | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 180g (0.40 lb) | 305g (0.67 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 104 x 60 x 30mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.2") | 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 | 220 photographs | - |
Battery form | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | EN-EL12 | - |
Self timer | Yes (10 or 2 sec) | - |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC | micro SD/micro SDHC/micro SDXC |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Pricing at release | $299 | $606 |