Canon A3100 IS vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G

Below, we are comparing the Canon A3100 IS and Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands Canon and Samsung. There exists a large gap among the image resolutions of the A3100 IS (12MP) and Galaxy Camera 3G (16MP) but they come with the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The A3100 IS was brought out 3 years prior to the Galaxy Camera 3G and that is a fairly serious difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go in to a more detailed comparison, below is a quick summation of how the A3100 IS matches up versus the Galaxy Camera 3G when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot A3100 IS & Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G. The entire galleries are available at Canon A3100 IS Gallery & Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Gallery.

When you are going to carry your camera often, you will want to consider its weight and measurements. The Canon A3100 IS enjoys physical measurements of 97mm x 58mm x 28mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 1.1") with a weight of 165 grams (0.36 lbs) and the Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G has proportions of 129mm x 71mm x 19mm (5.1" x 2.8" x 0.7") and a weight of 305 grams (0.67 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. The following is the front view over all size comparison of the A3100 IS against the Galaxy Camera 3G.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the A3100 IS and Galaxy Camera 3G is 94 and 90 respectively.

More often than not, it is difficult to imagine the contrast in sensor sizing simply by going through specs. The visual here may offer you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the A3100 IS and Galaxy Camera 3G.

All in all, both cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements but different megapixels. You can anticipate the Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G to show greater detail having its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will let you crop photos somewhat more aggressively. The older A3100 IS will be behind with regard to sensor innovation.