Canon SX240 HS vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G

Let's take a closer look at the Canon SX240 HS versus Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by companies Canon and Samsung. There exists a crucial gap among the image resolutions of the SX240 HS (12MP) and Galaxy Camera 3G (16MP) but both cameras boast the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The SX240 HS was launched 6 months prior to the Galaxy Camera 3G and they are both of a similar generation. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before delving into a in-depth comparison, here is a concise overview of how the SX240 HS matches up against the Galaxy Camera 3G with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot SX240 HS and Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G. The complete galleries are available at Canon SX240 HS Gallery and Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Gallery.

For anyone who is planning to lug around your camera frequently, you will want to take into account its weight and measurements. The Canon SX240 HS has physical dimensions of 106mm x 61mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.3") having a weight of 224 grams (0.49 lbs) and the Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G has proportions of 129mm x 71mm x 19mm (5.1" x 2.8" x 0.7") having a weight of 305 grams (0.67 lbs).

Take a look at the Canon SX240 HS versus Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you have chosen at the time. Underneath is a front view measurements comparison of the SX240 HS compared to the Galaxy Camera 3G.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SX240 HS and Galaxy Camera 3G is 91 and 90 respectively.

Sometimes, it is very tough to visualize the difference in sensor measurements merely by researching specs. The visual below should offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the SX240 HS and Galaxy Camera 3G.

As you can plainly see, each of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but different resolution. You should anticipate the Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G to provide you with more detail utilizing its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop photos more aggressively.