Canon SX210 IS vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G

Lets look more closely at the Canon SX210 IS vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by companies Canon and Samsung. The image resolution of the SX210 IS (14MP) and the Galaxy Camera 3G (16MP) is pretty comparable and they come with the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

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The SX210 IS was brought out 3 years before the Galaxy Camera 3G which is a fairly large gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before going straight into a step-by-step comparison, below is a quick highlight of how the SX210 IS grades vs the Galaxy Camera 3G in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot SX210 IS and Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G. The entire galleries are available at Canon SX210 IS Gallery and Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Gallery.

For those who are intending to travel with your camera, you'll have to take into account its weight and proportions. The Canon SX210 IS features external dimensions of 103mm x 61mm x 38mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.5") along with a weight of 220 grams (0.49 lbs) whilst the Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G has measurements of 129mm x 71mm x 19mm (5.1" x 2.8" x 0.7") along with a weight of 305 grams (0.67 lbs).

Look at the Canon SX210 IS vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you choose at that moment. Here is the front view size comparison of the SX210 IS against the Galaxy Camera 3G.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the SX210 IS and Galaxy Camera 3G is 90 and 90 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is difficult to envision the contrast in sensor dimensions merely by going through specifications. The pic underneath might offer you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the SX210 IS and Galaxy Camera 3G.

To sum up, both of these cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same MP. You should expect the Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G to provide greater detail having its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will enable you to crop photographs a little more aggressively. The more aged SX210 IS will be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.