Fujifilm XP50 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G
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Fujifilm XP50 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-140mm (F3.9-4.9) lens
- 175g - 99 x 68 x 26mm
- Launched January 2012
- Previous Model is Fujifilm XP30
- Refreshed by Fujifilm XP60
(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
- Announced August 2012

Fujifilm XP50 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Overview
Below, we will be evaluating the Fujifilm XP50 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G, one being a Waterproof and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands FujiFilm and Samsung. The image resolution of the Fujifilm XP50 (14MP) and the Galaxy Camera 3G (16MP) is relatively comparable and they come with the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

The Fujifilm XP50 was introduced 7 months earlier than the Galaxy Camera 3G so they are both of a similar generation. Each of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before going in to a thorough comparison, below is a brief summary of how the Fujifilm XP50 matches up against the Galaxy Camera 3G in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Fujifilm XP50 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery photos for Fujifilm FinePix XP50 and Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G. The whole galleries are viewable at Fujifilm XP50 Gallery and Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm XP50 over the Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G
Fujifilm XP50 | Galaxy Camera 3G | |||
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Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 0k | Sharper screen (+230k dot) |
Reasons to pick Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G over the Fujifilm XP50
Galaxy Camera 3G | Fujifilm XP50 | |||
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Announced | August 2012 | ![]() | January 2012 | More recent by 7 months |
Screen dimension | 4.8" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+2.1") |
Touch screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Fujifilm XP50 and Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G
Fujifilm XP50 | Galaxy Camera 3G | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | No manual focusing | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Absent selfie screen |
Fujifilm XP50 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Physical Comparison
When you are aiming to lug around your camera regularly, you will have to take into account its weight and volume. The Fujifilm XP50 enjoys exterior dimensions of 99mm x 68mm x 26mm (3.9" x 2.7" x 1.0") and a weight of 175 grams (0.39 lbs) whilst the Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G has sizing of 129mm x 71mm x 19mm (5.1" x 2.8" x 0.7") having a weight of 305 grams (0.67 lbs).
Check out the Fujifilm XP50 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you have chosen at that time. Below is the front view scale comparison of the Fujifilm XP50 against the Galaxy Camera 3G.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm XP50 and Galaxy Camera 3G is 93 and 90 respectively.

Fujifilm XP50 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Sensor Comparison
More often than not, its difficult to visualize the difference in sensor measurements only by checking out technical specs. The photograph here may offer you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm XP50 and Galaxy Camera 3G.
As you have seen, both cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements albeit different megapixels. You should count on the Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G to show extra detail using its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop photographs somewhat more aggressively. The older Fujifilm XP50 will be behind with regard to sensor technology.

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Fujifilm XP50 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Specifications
Fujifilm FinePix XP50 | Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | FujiFilm | Samsung |
Model | Fujifilm FinePix XP50 | Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G |
Class | Waterproof | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Launched | 2012-01-05 | 2012-08-29 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | - | 1.4GHz Quad-Core |
Sensor type | CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14MP | 16MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | - |
Peak resolution | 4608 x 3072 | - |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 23-481mm (20.9x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.9-4.9 | - |
Macro focus range | 9cm | - |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 2.7 inch | 4.8 inch |
Screen resolution | 230k dots | 0k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Screen tech | TFT color LCD monitor | 308 ppi, HD Super Clear Touch Display |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 4 secs | - |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | - |
Continuous shutter rate | 3.0fps | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 3.10 m | no built-in flash |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | no built-in flash |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | H.264, Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
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 | 175 grams (0.39 pounds) | 305 grams (0.67 pounds) |
Dimensions | 99 x 68 x 26mm (3.9" x 2.7" x 1.0") | 129 x 71 x 19mm (5.1" x 2.8" x 0.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 shots | - |
Battery style | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | NP-45A | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Auto release, Auto shutter (Dog, Cat), Couple, Portrait) | - |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/ SDHC/ SDXC | micro SD/micro SDHC/micro SDXC |
Card slots | One | One |
Launch price | $180 | $606 |