Canon A810 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G
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Canon A810 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 1600
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F2.8-6.9) lens
- 171g - 95 x 62 x 30mm
- Launched 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
- Revealed August 2012
Canon A810 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Overview
Its time to look a bit more in depth at the Canon A810 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by competitors Canon and Samsung. The resolution of the A810 (16MP) and the Galaxy Camera 3G (16MP) is pretty close and both cameras provide the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").
Photobucket discusses licensing 13 billion images with AI firmsThe A810 was announced 6 months prior to the Galaxy Camera 3G which means that they are both of a similar generation. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before we go straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a brief introduction of how the A810 matches up versus the Galaxy Camera 3G with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Canon A810 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Gallery
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Reasons to pick Canon A810 over the Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G
A810 | Galaxy Camera 3G | |||
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Screen resolution | 230k | 0k | Clearer screen (+230k dot) |
Reasons to pick Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G over the Canon A810
Galaxy Camera 3G | A810 | |||
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Screen size | 4.8" | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+2.1") | |
Touch screen | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Canon A810 and Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G
A810 | Galaxy Camera 3G | |||
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Revealed | February 2012 | August 2012 | Same generation | |
Manually focus | No manual focusing | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Selfie screen | Neither features selfie screen |
Canon A810 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Physical Comparison
For those who are going to lug around your camera, you're going to have to consider its weight and volume. The Canon A810 enjoys exterior dimensions of 95mm x 62mm x 30mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.2") accompanied by a weight of 171 grams (0.38 lbs) while the Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G has sizing of 129mm x 71mm x 19mm (5.1" x 2.8" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 305 grams (0.67 lbs).
Compare the Canon A810 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you choose during that time. Here is a front view dimensions comparison of the A810 and the Galaxy Camera 3G.
Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the A810 and Galaxy Camera 3G is 93 and 90 respectively.
Canon A810 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Sensor Comparison
Generally, it is very hard to visualize the gap in sensor measurements merely by looking through specifications. The visual here may offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the A810 and Galaxy Camera 3G.
To sum up, each of these cameras feature the identical sensor size and the same exact resolution therefore you should expect comparable quality of files but you would want to take the production date of the cameras into account.
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Canon A810 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Specifications
Canon PowerShot A810 | Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Canon | Samsung |
Model | Canon PowerShot A810 | Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Launched | 2012-02-07 | 2012-08-29 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | - | 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 area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | - |
Full resolution | 4608 x 3456 | - |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch to focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 23-481mm (20.9x) |
Largest aperture | f/2.8-6.9 | - |
Macro focus range | 3cm | - |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 2.7 inches | 4.8 inches |
Display resolution | 230 thousand dot | 0 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Display technology | - | 308 ppi, HD Super Clear Touch Display |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 15 secs | - |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | - |
Continuous shooting speed | 1.0 frames/s | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 3.00 m | no built-in flash |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | no built-in flash |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure 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 (25 fps) 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | 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) | none |
GPS | None | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 171 gr (0.38 pounds) | 305 gr (0.67 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 95 x 62 x 30mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.2") | 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 | 220 images | - |
Battery form | AA | - |
Battery model | 2 x AA | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | - |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | micro SD/micro SDHC/micro SDXC |
Storage slots | One | One |
Price at launch | $99 | $606 |