Canon A3300 IS vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G
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Canon A3300 IS vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 1600
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F2.8-5.9) lens
- 149g - 95 x 57 x 24mm
- Announced January 2011
(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
- Released August 2012
Canon A3300 IS vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Overview
Here, we will be matching up the Canon A3300 IS and Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by competitors Canon and Samsung. The resolution of the A3300 IS (16MP) and the Galaxy Camera 3G (16MP) is pretty comparable and both cameras provide the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").
Photobucket discusses licensing 13 billion images with AI firmsThe A3300 IS was revealed 20 months prior to the Galaxy Camera 3G which makes them a generation apart from one another. Both cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before getting right into a full comparison, here is a concise overview of how the A3300 IS grades versus the Galaxy Camera 3G in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Canon A3300 IS vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot A3300 IS & Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G. The full galleries are available at Canon A3300 IS Gallery & Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon A3300 IS over the Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G
A3300 IS | Galaxy Camera 3G | |||
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Screen resolution | 230k | 0k | Sharper screen (+230k dot) |
Reasons to pick Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G over the Canon A3300 IS
Galaxy Camera 3G | A3300 IS | |||
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Released | August 2012 | January 2011 | More recent by 20 months | |
Screen size | 4.8" | 3" | Bigger screen (+1.8") | |
Touch friendly screen | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Canon A3300 IS and Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G
A3300 IS | Galaxy Camera 3G | |||
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Focus manually | No manual focusing | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Selfie screen | Absent selfie screen |
Canon A3300 IS vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Physical Comparison
If you are looking to lug around your camera, you need to factor in its weight and size. The Canon A3300 IS offers outside measurements of 95mm x 57mm x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") having a weight of 149 grams (0.33 lbs) while the Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G has specifications of 129mm x 71mm x 19mm (5.1" x 2.8" x 0.7") and a weight of 305 grams (0.67 lbs).
Check out the Canon A3300 IS and Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into account, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are utilising during that time. Below is a front view sizing comparison of the A3300 IS compared to the Galaxy Camera 3G.
Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the A3300 IS and Galaxy Camera 3G is 95 and 90 respectively.
Canon A3300 IS vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Sensor Comparison
Typically, it is difficult to see the gap in sensor measurements merely by seeing a spec sheet. The graphic underneath will help provide you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the A3300 IS and Galaxy Camera 3G.
As you can see, the two cameras feature the identical sensor size and the identical resolution therefore you can expect comparable quality of photographs although you should factor the age of the cameras into account. The older A3300 IS will be disadvantaged in sensor tech.
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Canon A3300 IS vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Specifications
Canon PowerShot A3300 IS | Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Canon | Samsung |
Model type | Canon PowerShot A3300 IS | Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Announced | 2011-01-05 | 2012-08-29 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | DIGIC 4 with iSAPS technology | 1.4GHz Quad-Core |
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | - |
Maximum resolution | 4608 x 3456 | - |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Total focus points | 9 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 23-481mm (20.9x) |
Max aperture | f/2.8-5.9 | - |
Macro focusing range | 3cm | - |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 3 inch | 4.8 inch |
Screen resolution | 230k dots | 0k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Screen tech | - | 308 ppi, HD Super Clear Touch Display |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 15 secs | - |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/1600 secs | - |
Continuous shooting rate | 1.0 frames/s | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 4.00 m | no built-in flash |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Smart | no built-in flash |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (24 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | MPEG-4 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | none |
GPS | None | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 149g (0.33 lb) | 305g (0.67 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 95 x 57 x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") | 129 x 71 x 19mm (5.1" x 2.8" x 0.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 230 images | - |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | NB-8L | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | - |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC/MMC/MMCplus/HCMMCplus | micro SD/micro SDHC/micro SDXC |
Card slots | One | One |
Price at launch | $200 | $606 |