Fujifilm S9800 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G
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![Fujifilm S9800 front Fujifilm S9800 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Fujifilm-S9800/Fujifilm-S9800-front.jpg)
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39 Features
44 Overall
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Fujifilm S9800 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 12800
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-1200mm (F2.9-6.5) lens
- 670g - 123 x 87 x 116mm
- Launched January 2015
(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
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Fujifilm S9800 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Overview
The following is a in depth analysis of the Fujifilm S9800 versus Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by companies FujiFilm and Samsung. The image resolution of the Fujifilm S9800 (16MP) and the Galaxy Camera 3G (16MP) is very similar and they enjoy the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").
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The Fujifilm S9800 was manufactured 2 years after the Galaxy Camera 3G which is quite a serious difference as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras offer different body type with the Fujifilm S9800 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G being a Compact camera.
Before delving through a complete comparison, below is a quick synopsis of how the Fujifilm S9800 scores against the Galaxy Camera 3G for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
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Fujifilm S9800 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Fujifilm S9800 & Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G. The entire galleries are viewable at Fujifilm S9800 Gallery & Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm S9800 over the Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G
Fujifilm S9800 | Galaxy Camera 3G | |||
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Introduced | January 2015 | ![]() | August 2012 | Newer by 29 months |
Display resolution | 460k | ![]() | 0k | Sharper display (+460k dot) |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Easy selfies |
Reasons to pick Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G over the Fujifilm S9800
Galaxy Camera 3G | Fujifilm S9800 | |||
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Display sizing | 4.8" | ![]() | 3" | Larger display (+1.8") |
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Fujifilm S9800 and Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G
Fujifilm S9800 | Galaxy Camera 3G | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | No manual focus | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Fujifilm S9800 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Physical Comparison
For anyone who is planning to travel with your camera frequently, you will want to factor in its weight and size. The Fujifilm S9800 has outside dimensions of 123mm x 87mm x 116mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 4.6") and a weight of 670 grams (1.48 lbs) while the Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G has specifications of 129mm x 71mm x 19mm (5.1" x 2.8" x 0.7") with a weight of 305 grams (0.67 lbs).
Check the Fujifilm S9800 versus Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Remember, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are utilising at the time. The following is the front view dimensions comparison of the Fujifilm S9800 and the Galaxy Camera 3G.
![Fujifilm S9800 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G size comparison Fujifilm S9800 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Fujifilm-S9800-vs-Samsung-Galaxy-Camera-3G-size-comparison.jpg)
Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm S9800 and Galaxy Camera 3G is 61 and 90 respectively.
![Fujifilm S9800 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G top view buttons comparison Fujifilm S9800 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Fujifilm-S9800-vs-Samsung-Galaxy-Camera-3G-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Fujifilm S9800 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Sensor Comparison
Usually, it is very hard to see the difference between sensor dimensions only by reading specs. The image here will offer you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm S9800 and Galaxy Camera 3G.
As you can plainly see, both of those cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the same exact megapixels so you can expect similar quality of pictures however you should really factor the age of the products into consideration. The newer Fujifilm S9800 will have a benefit in sensor technology.
![Fujifilm S9800 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G sensor size comparison Fujifilm S9800 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Fujifilm-S9800-vs-Samsung-Galaxy-Camera-3G-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Fujifilm S9800 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Screen and ViewFinder
![Fujifilm S9800 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Screen and Viewfinder comparison Fujifilm S9800 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Fujifilm-S9800-vs-Samsung-Galaxy-Camera-3G-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison
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Street Comparison
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Sports Comparison
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Travel Comparison
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Landscape Comparison
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Vlogging Comparison
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Fujifilm S9800 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Specifications
Fujifilm S9800 | Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | FujiFilm | Samsung |
Model | Fujifilm S9800 | Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Launched | 2015-01-14 | 2012-08-29 |
Physical type | SLR-like (bridge) | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | - | 1.4GHz Quad-Core |
Sensor type | CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16MP | 16MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | - |
Peak resolution | 4608 x 3456 | - |
Highest native ISO | 12800 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 24-1200mm (50.0x) | 23-481mm (20.9x) |
Largest aperture | f/2.9-6.5 | - |
Macro focus distance | 7cm | - |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3 inch | 4.8 inch |
Resolution of display | 460k dots | 0k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Display technology | - | 308 ppi, HD Super Clear Touch Display |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | None |
Viewfinder resolution | 920k dots | - |
Viewfinder coverage | 97 percent | - |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 8 seconds | - |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/1700 seconds | - |
Continuous shutter rate | 10.0fps | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 7.00 m (with Auto ISO) | no built-in flash |
Flash settings | Auto, flash on, flash off, slow synchro | no built-in flash |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (6oi), 1280 x 720 (60p), 640 x 480 (30p) | 1920 x 1080 |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video 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 | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 670 gr (1.48 lbs) | 305 gr (0.67 lbs) |
Dimensions | 123 x 87 x 116mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 4.6") | 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 | 300 shots | - |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | 4 x AA | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | - |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | micro SD/micro SDHC/micro SDXC |
Card slots | One | One |
Pricing at release | $299 | $606 |