Canon SX220 HS vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G
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Canon SX220 HS vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-392mm (F3.1-5.9) lens
- n/ag - 106 x 59 x 33mm
- Launched February 2011
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 4.8" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 23-481mm (F) lens
- 305g - 129 x 71 x 19mm
- Introduced August 2012
Canon SX220 HS vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Overview
Below is a comprehensive analysis of the Canon SX220 HS and Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by manufacturers Canon and Samsung. There exists a significant gap among the sensor resolutions of the SX220 HS (12MP) and Galaxy Camera 3G (16MP) but both cameras have the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").
Europe Approves Revolutionary AI LegislationThe SX220 HS was brought out 18 months earlier than the Galaxy Camera 3G making them a generation apart from one another. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before we go into a complete comparison, here is a simple synopsis of how the SX220 HS grades against the Galaxy Camera 3G with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Canon SX220 HS vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Gallery
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Reasons to pick Canon SX220 HS over the Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G
SX220 HS | Galaxy Camera 3G | |||
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Manual focus | Dial exact focusing | |||
Display resolution | 461k | 0k | Clearer display (+461k dot) |
Reasons to pick Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G over the Canon SX220 HS
Galaxy Camera 3G | SX220 HS | |||
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Introduced | August 2012 | February 2011 | More recent by 18 months | |
Display size | 4.8" | 3" | Larger display (+1.8") | |
Touch friendly display | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Canon SX220 HS and Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G
SX220 HS | Galaxy Camera 3G | |||
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Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Selfie screen | Neither comes with selfie screen |
Canon SX220 HS vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Physical Comparison
In case you're looking to lug around your camera frequently, you should factor its weight and dimensions. The Canon SX220 HS comes with exterior dimensions of 106mm x 59mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.3" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs) whilst the Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G has dimensions of 129mm x 71mm x 19mm (5.1" x 2.8" x 0.7") having a weight of 305 grams (0.67 lbs).
Contrast the Canon SX220 HS and Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you have attached at the time. Below is a front view measurements comparison of the SX220 HS versus the Galaxy Camera 3G.
Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the SX220 HS and Galaxy Camera 3G is 96 and 90 respectively.
Canon SX220 HS vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it is hard to picture the contrast in sensor measurements purely by researching a spec sheet. The photograph below should provide you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the SX220 HS and Galaxy Camera 3G.
Clearly, each of these cameras feature the identical sensor size but different resolution. You should anticipate the Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G to render extra detail having its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop pics way more aggressively. The older SX220 HS will be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.
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Canon SX220 HS vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Specifications
Canon SX220 HS | Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Canon | Samsung |
Model | Canon SX220 HS | Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Launched | 2011-02-07 | 2012-08-29 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | DIGIC 4 with iSAPS technology | 1.4GHz Quad-Core |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | 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 | 12MP | 16MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | - |
Highest resolution | 4000 x 3000 | - |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-392mm (14.0x) | 23-481mm (20.9x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.1-5.9 | - |
Macro focus range | 5cm | - |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3 inch | 4.8 inch |
Resolution of screen | 461 thousand dots | 0 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Screen technology | PureColor II TG TFT LCD | 308 ppi, HD Super Clear Touch Display |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 15 secs | - |
Highest shutter speed | 1/3200 secs | - |
Continuous shooting rate | 3.0 frames/s | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 3.50 m | no built-in flash |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | no built-in flash |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Highest flash synchronize | 1/2000 secs | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (24fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30,120 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 240 fps) | 1920 x 1080 |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic 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 proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | - | 305 grams (0.67 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 106 x 59 x 33mm (4.2" x 2.3" x 1.3") | 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 | 210 photos | - |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | NB-5L | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | - |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC/MMC/ MMCplus/HC MMCplus | micro SD/micro SDHC/micro SDXC |
Card slots | One | One |
Launch price | $399 | $606 |