Nikon W300 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G
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Nikon W300 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 125 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 3840 x 2160 video
- 24-120mm (F2.8-4.9) lens
- 231g - 112 x 66 x 29mm
- Released May 2017
(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
- Released August 2012

Nikon W300 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Overview
Below is a complete review of the Nikon W300 versus Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G, one being a Waterproof and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands Nikon and Samsung. The resolution of the W300 (16MP) and the Galaxy Camera 3G (16MP) is fairly comparable and they possess the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

The W300 was released 4 years later than the Galaxy Camera 3G and that is a fairly serious gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before delving straight into a thorough comparison, below is a short summation of how the W300 matches up against the Galaxy Camera 3G with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Nikon W300 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix W300 and Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G. The complete galleries are provided at Nikon W300 Gallery and Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon W300 over the Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G
W300 | Galaxy Camera 3G | |||
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Released | May 2017 | ![]() | August 2012 | More recent by 58 months |
Display resolution | 921k | ![]() | 0k | Crisper display (+921k dot) |
Reasons to pick Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G over the Nikon W300
Galaxy Camera 3G | W300 | |||
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Display sizing | 4.8" | ![]() | 3" | Larger display (+1.8") |
Touch display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Nikon W300 and Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G
W300 | Galaxy Camera 3G | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
Manually focus | ![]() | Lack of manual focusing | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither offers selfie screen |
Nikon W300 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Physical Comparison
For anybody who is planning to lug around your camera frequently, you should factor in its weight and size. The Nikon W300 offers outside measurements of 112mm x 66mm x 29mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 231 grams (0.51 lbs) whilst the Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G has specifications of 129mm x 71mm x 19mm (5.1" x 2.8" x 0.7") having a weight of 305 grams (0.67 lbs).
Examine the Nikon W300 versus Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are employing at that moment. Here is the front view dimensions comparison of the W300 versus the Galaxy Camera 3G.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the W300 and Galaxy Camera 3G is 91 and 90 respectively.

Nikon W300 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Sensor Comparison
Usually, its hard to visualize the contrast in sensor measurements just by going through specifications. The graphic underneath should provide you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the W300 and Galaxy Camera 3G.
To sum up, both of those cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the same exact MP and you should expect comparable quality of photographs though you really should consider the release date of the cameras into account. The newer W300 should have an edge when it comes to sensor innovation.

Nikon W300 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Screen and ViewFinder


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Nikon W300 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Specifications
Nikon Coolpix W300 | Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Nikon | Samsung |
Model | Nikon Coolpix W300 | Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G |
Category | Waterproof | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Released | 2017-05-31 | 2012-08-29 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | - | 1.4GHz Quad-Core |
Sensor type | - | 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 | 16 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 | - |
Highest resolution | 4608 x 3456 | - |
Highest native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 125 | 100 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 24-120mm (5.0x) | 23-481mm (20.9x) |
Maximal aperture | f/2.8-4.9 | - |
Macro focus range | 1cm | - |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3 inch | 4.8 inch |
Resolution of screen | 921k dots | 0k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Screen technology | - | 308 ppi, HD Super Clear Touch Display |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 1 seconds | - |
Highest shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | - |
Continuous shooting rate | 7.0fps | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 5.20 m (at Auto ISO) | no built-in flash |
Flash options | - | no built-in flash |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 3840 x 2160 @ 30p, MP4, H.264, AAC | 1920 x 1080 |
Highest video resolution | 3840x2160 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | none |
GPS | Built-in | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 231g (0.51 lb) | 305g (0.67 lb) |
Dimensions | 112 x 66 x 29mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.1") | 129 x 71 x 19mm (5.1" 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 | 280 photos | - |
Type of battery | Built-in | - |
Battery model | EN-EL12 | - |
Self timer | Yes (2, 5 and 10 secs) | - |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | Onboard + SD/SDHC/SDXC card | micro SD/micro SDHC/micro SDXC |
Card slots | One | One |
Price at launch | $387 | $606 |