Canon A3400 IS vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G
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Canon A3400 IS vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F2.8-6.9) lens
- 126g - 94 x 56 x 21mm
- Released February 2012
(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
- Launched August 2012

Canon A3400 IS vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G Overview
The following is a complete overview of the Canon A3400 IS versus Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by companies Canon and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the A3400 IS (16MP) and the Galaxy Camera 4G (16MP) is relatively close and they enjoy the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

The A3400 IS was unveiled 6 months earlier than the Galaxy Camera 4G which means that they are of a similar age. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before delving in to a in depth comparison, below is a concise introduction of how the A3400 IS matches up vs the Galaxy Camera 4G for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Canon A3400 IS vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot A3400 IS & Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G. The full galleries are viewable at Canon A3400 IS Gallery & Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon A3400 IS over the Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G
A3400 IS | Galaxy Camera 4G | |||
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Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 0k | Sharper screen (+230k dot) |
Reasons to pick Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G over the Canon A3400 IS
Galaxy Camera 4G | A3400 IS | |||
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Screen sizing | 4.8" | ![]() | 3" | Bigger screen (+1.8") |
Common features in the Canon A3400 IS and Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G
A3400 IS | Galaxy Camera 4G | |||
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Launched | February 2012 | ![]() | August 2012 | Same age |
Focus manually | ![]() | No manual focus | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither contains selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Canon A3400 IS vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G Physical Comparison
In case you're aiming to travel with your camera often, you will want to factor in its weight and measurements. The Canon A3400 IS has got outside measurements of 94mm x 56mm x 21mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.8") with a weight of 126 grams (0.28 lbs) and the Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G has proportions of 129mm x 71mm x 19mm (5.1" x 2.8" x 0.7") with a weight of 305 grams (0.67 lbs).
Check out the Canon A3400 IS versus Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are utilising at that moment. Following is the front view proportions comparison of the A3400 IS versus the Galaxy Camera 4G.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the A3400 IS and Galaxy Camera 4G is 96 and 90 respectively.

Canon A3400 IS vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it's difficult to visualize the gap in sensor dimensions simply by researching a spec sheet. The picture underneath will give you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the A3400 IS and Galaxy Camera 4G.
Clearly, both of the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the same MP therefore you can expect comparable quality of pictures although you may want to take the age of the cameras into account.

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Canon A3400 IS vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G Specifications
Canon PowerShot A3400 IS | Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Canon | Samsung |
Model type | Canon PowerShot A3400 IS | Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Released | 2012-02-07 | 2012-08-29 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | - | 1.4GHz Quad-Core |
Sensor type | CCD | 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 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | - |
Highest Possible resolution | 4608 x 3456 | - |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Total focus points | 9 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 23-481mm (20.9x) |
Largest aperture | f/2.8-6.9 | - |
Macro focusing range | 3cm | - |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 3 inches | 4.8 inches |
Screen resolution | 230 thousand dots | 0 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Screen technology | - | 308 ppi, HD Super Clear Touch Display |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 15s | - |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000s | - |
Continuous shutter rate | 1.0 frames/s | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.00 m | no built-in flash |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | no built-in flash |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (25 fps) 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | 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 | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 126 grams (0.28 pounds) | 305 grams (0.67 pounds) |
Dimensions | 94 x 56 x 21mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.8") | 129 x 71 x 19mm (5.1" x 2.8" x 0.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 | 180 photographs | - |
Battery style | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | NB-11L | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | - |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | micro SD/micro SDHC/micro SDXC |
Card slots | One | One |
Price at release | $230 | $550 |