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Nikon S810c vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 2

Portability
91
Imaging
39
Features
48
Overall
42
Nikon Coolpix S810c front
 
Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 front
Portability
90
Imaging
39
Features
60
Overall
47

Nikon S810c vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 Key Specs

Nikon S810c
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3.7" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 125 - 3200
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • 25-300mm (F3.3-6.3) lens
  • 216g - 113 x 64 x 28mm
  • Revealed April 2014
Samsung Galaxy Camera 2
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 4.8" Fixed Display
  • ISO 100 - 3200
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • 23-483mm (F2.8-5.9) lens
  • 283g - 133 x 71 x 19mm
  • Released January 2014
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Nikon S810c vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 Overview

Let's look more in depth at the Nikon S810c vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 2, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by companies Nikon and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the S810c (16MP) and the Galaxy Camera 2 (16MP) is fairly close and both cameras boast the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The S810c was announced 4 months later than the Galaxy Camera 2 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before we go right into a in-depth comparison, here is a short introduction of how the S810c grades against the Galaxy Camera 2 for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

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Reasons to pick Nikon S810c over the Samsung Galaxy Camera 2

 S810c Galaxy Camera 2 
Display resolution1229k1037kClearer display (+192k dot)

Reasons to pick Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 over the Nikon S810c

 Galaxy Camera 2 S810c 
Focus manually Very exact focus
Display dimensions4.8"3.7"Larger display (+1.1")

Common features in the Nikon S810c and Samsung Galaxy Camera 2

 S810c Galaxy Camera 2 
ReleasedApril 2014January 2014Same generation
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Selfie screen Neither includes selfie screen
Touch display Easily navigate

Nikon S810c vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 Physical Comparison

For anybody who is looking to lug around your camera regularly, you'll need to think about its weight and measurements. The Nikon S810c features exterior dimensions of 113mm x 64mm x 28mm (4.4" x 2.5" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 216 grams (0.48 lbs) while the Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 has proportions of 133mm x 71mm x 19mm (5.2" x 2.8" x 0.7") along with a weight of 283 grams (0.62 lbs).

Examine the Nikon S810c vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are employing at the time. Following is a front view overall size comparison of the S810c versus the Galaxy Camera 2.

Nikon S810c vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 size comparison

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the S810c and Galaxy Camera 2 is 91 and 90 respectively.

Nikon S810c vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 top view buttons comparison

Nikon S810c vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 Sensor Comparison

Oftentimes, it is very difficult to see the gap in sensor measurements merely by researching specifications. The visual below might offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the S810c and Galaxy Camera 2.

Plainly, the two cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the same exact resolution therefore you should expect comparable quality of photos but you should consider the production date of the cameras into account.

Nikon S810c vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 sensor size comparison

Nikon S810c vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 Screen and ViewFinder

Nikon S810c vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Nikon S810c as a Portrait photography camera
Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 as a Portrait photography camera
34
MP count good (16 megapixels)
includes face detect focus
focusing manually not possible
no manual control
no external flash support
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
43
focusing manually
sensor resolution is decent (16MP)
offers face detection focus
cannot use external flash
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
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Street Comparison

Nikon S810c Street photography details
Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 Street photography details
65
built in image stabilization (Optical)
offers focus via touch
lighter than competitors in class (216g)
screen does not articulate
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
65
built in image stabilization (Optical)
provides touch focus
lighter than competition in class (283g)
screen does not articulate
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
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Sports Comparison

Sports photography with Nikon S810c
Sports photography with Samsung Galaxy Camera 2
40
built in image stabilization (Optical)
MP count good (16 megapixels)
includes tracking focus
no shutter priority mode
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
bad battery power (270 per charge)
does not have phase detect auto focus
48
great zoom range (23-483mm 21.0 x zoom)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
sensor resolution is decent (16MP)
better than average battery pack (400 per charge)
very slow continuous shooting (5.0 fps)
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
does not have phase detect auto focus
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Travel Comparison

Nikon S810c Travel photography factors
Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 Travel photography factors
68
lighter than competitors in class (216 grams)
offers focus via touch
MP count good (16 megapixels)
built-in flash
decently wide (25mm)
long reach (300mm)
does not have Time Lapse recording
bad battery power (270 CIPA)
display is not selfie friendly
slow max aperture (f3.3)
72
better than average battery pack (400 per charge)
lighter than competition in class (283 grams)
has bluetooth
provides touch focus
sensor resolution is decent (16 megapixels)
flash built-in
reasonably wide (23mm)
long zoom (483mm)
lack of Timelapse recording
does not have selfie friendly screen
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f2.8)
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Landscape Comparison

Nikon S810c Landscape photography features
Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 Landscape photography features
41
decently wide (25mm)
lovely big screen (3.7 inch)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
MP count good (16MP)
focusing manually not possible
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
slow max aperture (f3.3)
no manual control
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
bad battery power (270 shots)
does not have Time Lapse recording
51
focusing manually
reasonably wide (23mm)
very good size screen (4.8 inches)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
sensor resolution is decent (16MP)
better than average battery pack (400 per charge)
cannot change lenses (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f2.8)
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
lack of Timelapse recording
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Vlogging Comparison

Nikon S810c Vlogging information
Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 Vlogging information
35
decently wide (25mm)
has touchscreen
built in image stabilization (Optical)
includes face detect focus
high res video (1920 x 1080 resolution)
lighter than competitors in class (216 grams)
slow max aperture (f3.3)
display is not selfie friendly
does not have mic support
37
reasonably wide (23mm)
has touchscreen
built in image stabilization (Optical)
offers face detection focus
good video quality (1920 x 1080 pxls)
does have external microphone port
lighter than competition in class (283g)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f2.8)
does not have selfie friendly screen
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Nikon S810c vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Nikon S810c and Samsung Galaxy Camera 2
 Nikon Coolpix S810cSamsung Galaxy Camera 2
General Information
Company Nikon Samsung
Model Nikon Coolpix S810c Samsung Galaxy Camera 2
Type Small Sensor Superzoom Small Sensor Superzoom
Revealed 2014-04-10 2014-01-02
Body design Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Powered by - 1.6GHz Quad-Core Exynos
Sensor type BSI-CMOS BSI-CMOS
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor measurements 6.17 x 4.55mm 6.17 x 4.55mm
Sensor area 28.1mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 16 megapixels 16 megapixels
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9
Peak resolution 4608 x 3456 4608 x 3456
Highest native ISO 3200 3200
Lowest native ISO 125 100
RAW data
Autofocusing
Manual focus
Autofocus touch
Autofocus continuous
Single autofocus
Tracking autofocus
Autofocus selectice
Autofocus center weighted
Multi area autofocus
Live view autofocus
Face detection autofocus
Contract detection autofocus
Phase detection autofocus
Number of focus points 9 -
Cross focus points - -
Lens
Lens mounting type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range 25-300mm (12.0x) 23-483mm (21.0x)
Maximum aperture f/3.3-6.3 f/2.8-5.9
Macro focus range 2cm 10cm
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.8
Screen
Screen type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen size 3.7 inch 4.8 inch
Screen resolution 1,229 thousand dot 1,037 thousand dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch friendly
Screen tech - HD Super Clear Touch Display
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None None
Features
Min shutter speed 4 secs 16 secs
Max shutter speed 1/4000 secs 1/2000 secs
Continuous shutter speed 8.0fps 5.0fps
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual exposure
Exposure compensation - Yes
Change white balance
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash range 5.60 m 3.80 m
Flash settings - Auto, auto w/redeye reduction, fill-in, slow sync, flash off, redeye fix
Hot shoe
AEB
White balance bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment metering
Average metering
Spot metering
Partial metering
AF area metering
Center weighted metering
Video features
Video resolutions 1920 x 1080 (30p), 1280 x 720 (30p), 640 x 480 (30p) 1920 x 1080
Highest video resolution 1920x1080 1920x1080
Video file format H.264 MPEG-4, H.264
Microphone jack
Headphone jack
Connectivity
Wireless Built-In Built-In
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS BuiltIn BuiltIn
Physical
Environmental seal
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 216 grams (0.48 pounds) 283 grams (0.62 pounds)
Physical dimensions 113 x 64 x 28mm (4.4" x 2.5" x 1.1") 133 x 71 x 19mm (5.2" 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 270 shots 400 shots
Type of battery Battery Pack Battery Pack
Battery model EN-EL23 Built-in
Self timer Yes Yes (2, 5, or 10 sec)
Time lapse shooting
Type of storage microSD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal microSD/microSDHC/microSDXC
Storage slots One One
Launch cost $350 $400