Nikon S9300 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 2
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Nikon S9300 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 125 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-450mm (F3.5-5.9) lens
- 215g - 109 x 62 x 31mm
- Introduced July 2012
- Previous Model is Nikon S9100
- Later Model is Nikon S9500
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 4.8" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 23-483mm (F2.8-5.9) lens
- 283g - 133 x 71 x 19mm
- Announced January 2014

Nikon S9300 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 Overview
The following is a in depth comparison of the Nikon S9300 versus Samsung Galaxy Camera 2, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by competitors Nikon and Samsung. The image resolution of the S9300 (16MP) and the Galaxy Camera 2 (16MP) is relatively well matched and both cameras have the same sensor size (1/2.3").

The S9300 was unveiled 17 months prior to the Galaxy Camera 2 which makes them a generation away from each other. Each of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before delving straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a simple synopsis of how the S9300 matches up vs the Galaxy Camera 2 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Nikon S9300 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix S9300 & Samsung Galaxy Camera 2. The full galleries are viewable at Nikon S9300 Gallery & Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S9300 over the Samsung Galaxy Camera 2
S9300 | Galaxy Camera 2 |
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Reasons to pick Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 over the Nikon S9300
Galaxy Camera 2 | S9300 | |||
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Announced | January 2014 | ![]() | July 2012 | Newer by 17 months |
Manual focus | ![]() | Dial precise focus | ||
Screen dimensions | 4.8" | ![]() | 3" | Bigger screen (+1.8") |
Screen resolution | 1037k | ![]() | 921k | Crisper screen (+116k dot) |
Touch screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Nikon S9300 and Samsung Galaxy Camera 2
S9300 | Galaxy Camera 2 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lack of selfie screen |
Nikon S9300 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 Physical Comparison
If you're going to travel with your camera regularly, you need to consider its weight and proportions. The Nikon S9300 enjoys physical dimensions of 109mm x 62mm x 31mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.2") along with a weight of 215 grams (0.47 lbs) and the Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 has measurements of 133mm x 71mm x 19mm (5.2" x 2.8" x 0.7") having a weight of 283 grams (0.62 lbs).
Check the Nikon S9300 versus Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Always remember, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you have during that time. Below is a front view size comparison of the S9300 against the Galaxy Camera 2.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the S9300 and Galaxy Camera 2 is 91 and 90 respectively.

Nikon S9300 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it is difficult to visualise the contrast between sensor dimensions simply by reading through technical specs. The picture below will help provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the S9300 and Galaxy Camera 2.
As you have seen, both of those cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the exact same megapixels therefore you can expect similar quality of files although you really should take the age of the products into consideration. The more aged S9300 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.

Nikon S9300 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 Screen and ViewFinder


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Nikon S9300 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix S9300 | Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Nikon | Samsung |
Model | Nikon Coolpix S9300 | Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Introduced | 2012-07-16 | 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 dimensions | 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 | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 125 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 25-450mm (18.0x) | 23-483mm (21.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.5-5.9 | f/2.8-5.9 |
Macro focus range | 4cm | 10cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3" | 4.8" |
Resolution of display | 921 thousand dot | 1,037 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Display technology | TFT-LCD with Anti-reflection coating | HD Super Clear Touch Display |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 30 secs | 16 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/8000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | 6.9 frames/s | 5.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | - | 3.80 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow-sync | Auto, auto w/redeye reduction, fill-in, slow sync, flash off, redeye fix |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
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 (30fps) | 1920 x 1080 |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, 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) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | BuiltIn | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 215 gr (0.47 lbs) | 283 gr (0.62 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 109 x 62 x 31mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.2") | 133 x 71 x 19mm (5.2" x 2.8" x 0.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 | 200 photographs | 400 photographs |
Battery form | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | EN-EL12 | Built-in |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2, 5, or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | microSD/microSDHC/microSDXC |
Storage slots | One | One |
Retail price | $249 | $400 |