Nikon S9100 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G
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Nikon S9100 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 160 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-450mm (F3.5-5.9) lens
- 214g - 105 x 62 x 35mm
- Introduced July 2011
- Replacement is Nikon S9300
(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
- Introduced August 2012
Nikon S9100 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G Overview
Here, we will be contrasting the Nikon S9100 versus Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by brands Nikon and Samsung. There exists a substantial gap between the resolutions of the S9100 (12MP) and Galaxy Camera 4G (16MP) but both cameras offer the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe S9100 was unveiled 13 months prior to the Galaxy Camera 4G which makes them a generation away from one another. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before diving right into a full comparison, here is a brief view of how the S9100 matches up against the Galaxy Camera 4G for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Nikon S9100 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix S9100 & Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G. The full galleries are viewable at Nikon S9100 Gallery & Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S9100 over the Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G
S9100 | Galaxy Camera 4G | |||
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Focus manually | Very accurate focus | |||
Screen resolution | 921k | 0k | Sharper screen (+921k dot) |
Reasons to pick Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G over the Nikon S9100
Galaxy Camera 4G | S9100 | |||
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Introduced | August 2012 | July 2011 | Newer by 13 months | |
Screen size | 4.8" | 3" | Bigger screen (+1.8") | |
Touch screen | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Nikon S9100 and Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G
S9100 | Galaxy Camera 4G | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Selfie screen | Lacking selfie screen |
Nikon S9100 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G Physical Comparison
If you are going to travel with your camera regularly, you are going to need to factor its weight and volume. The Nikon S9100 enjoys physical dimensions of 105mm x 62mm x 35mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.4") accompanied by a weight of 214 grams (0.47 lbs) and the Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G has sizing of 129mm x 71mm x 19mm (5.1" x 2.8" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 305 grams (0.67 lbs).
Analyze the Nikon S9100 versus Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are working with at that moment. Here is a front view dimension comparison of the S9100 versus the Galaxy Camera 4G.
Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the S9100 and Galaxy Camera 4G is 91 and 90 respectively.
Nikon S9100 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it's difficult to picture the gap between sensor dimensions purely by reading through specifications. The image here will give you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the S9100 and Galaxy Camera 4G.
Plainly, both of the cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit different MP. You can expect the Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G to resolve greater detail having an extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will enable you to crop photographs a good deal more aggressively. The more aged S9100 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.
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Nikon S9100 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G Specifications
Nikon Coolpix S9100 | Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Nikon | Samsung |
Model | Nikon Coolpix S9100 | Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Introduced | 2011-07-19 | 2012-08-29 |
Physical type | 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 area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12MP | 16MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Max resolution | 4000 x 3000 | - |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 160 | 100 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 25-450mm (18.0x) | 23-481mm (20.9x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.5-5.9 | - |
Macro focus distance | 4cm | - |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3 inches | 4.8 inches |
Resolution of display | 921 thousand dots | 0 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Display technology | TFT-LCD with Anti-reflection coating | 308 ppi, HD Super Clear Touch Display |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 4s | - |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000s | - |
Continuous shutter rate | 10.0 frames per sec | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 4.00 m | no built-in flash |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye | no built-in flash |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30fps), 1280 x 720p (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | none |
GPS | None | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 214 grams (0.47 lb) | 305 grams (0.67 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 105 x 62 x 35mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.4") | 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 | 270 shots | - |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | EN-EL12 | - |
Self timer | Yes (10 or 2 sec) | - |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | micro SD/micro SDHC/micro SDXC |
Card slots | One | One |
Pricing at release | $329 | $550 |