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Fujifilm S9900w vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G

Portability
61
Imaging
40
Features
51
Overall
44
Fujifilm S9900w front
 
Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G front
Portability
90
Imaging
39
Features
44
Overall
41

Fujifilm S9900w vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Key Specs

Fujifilm S9900w
(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
  • Released January 2015
Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G
(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 S9900w vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Overview

Here, we are reviewing the Fujifilm S9900w versus Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by rivals FujiFilm and Samsung. The image resolution of the Fujifilm S9900w (16MP) and the Galaxy Camera 3G (16MP) is fairly comparable and both cameras posses the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm S9900w was introduced 2 years after the Galaxy Camera 3G which is a fairly significant difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras feature different body design with the Fujifilm S9900w being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G being a Compact camera.

Before going right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a quick summary of how the Fujifilm S9900w matches up against the Galaxy Camera 3G when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

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Reasons to pick Fujifilm S9900w over the Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G

 Fujifilm S9900w Galaxy Camera 3G 
IntroducedJanuary 2015August 2012More modern by 29 months
Manual focus Very precise focus
Display resolution460k0kCrisper display (+460k dot)
Selfie screen Take selfies

Reasons to pick Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G over the Fujifilm S9900w

 Galaxy Camera 3G Fujifilm S9900w 
Display size4.8"3"Larger display (+1.8")
Touch display Easily navigate

Common features in the Fujifilm S9900w and Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G

 Fujifilm S9900w Galaxy Camera 3G 
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display

Fujifilm S9900w vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Physical Comparison

If you are planning to carry around your camera regularly, you'll need to factor in its weight and volume. The Fujifilm S9900w has outer measurements of 123mm x 87mm x 116mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 4.6") along with a weight of 670 grams (1.48 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).

See the Fujifilm S9900w versus Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Always remember, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you have attached at the time. Below is a front view overall size comparison of the Fujifilm S9900w versus the Galaxy Camera 3G.

Fujifilm S9900w vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G size comparison

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm S9900w and Galaxy Camera 3G is 61 and 90 respectively.

Fujifilm S9900w vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G top view buttons comparison

Fujifilm S9900w vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Sensor Comparison

Typically, it is difficult to envision the contrast in sensor sizes simply by seeing technical specs. The image below will help give you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm S9900w and Galaxy Camera 3G.

As you have seen, both the cameras feature the identical sensor size and the same megapixels therefore you can expect comparable quality of images but you should consider the launch date of the cameras into account. The more recent Fujifilm S9900w will have an edge with regard to sensor tech.

Fujifilm S9900w vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G sensor size comparison

Fujifilm S9900w vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Screen and ViewFinder

Fujifilm S9900w vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Fujifilm S9900w Portrait photography advice
Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Portrait photography advice
44
has manual focus
MP count decent (16MP)
features face detection focusing
cannot use external flash
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW format
30
good MP (16MP)
focusing manually not possible
no manual control
no external flash support
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
has no RAW files
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Street Comparison

Fujifilm S9900w as a Street photography camera
Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G as a Street photography camera
41
has image stabilization (Optical)
no moving screen
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW format
heavier than average (670g)
61
has image stabilization (Optical)
lighter than competition (305g)
screen is fixed
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
has no RAW files
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Sports Comparison

Sports photography with Fujifilm S9900w
Sports photography with Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G
53
incredible zoom range (24-1200mm 50.0 x zoom)
has image stabilization (Optical)
MP count decent (16 megapixels)
features tracking autofocus
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
doesn't have phase detect AF
44
incredible zoom range (23-481mm 20.9 x zoom)
has image stabilization (Optical)
good MP (16 megapixels)
no shutter priority
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
has no phase detect auto focus
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Travel Comparison

Fujifilm S9900w Travel photography features
Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Travel photography features
60
MP count decent (16MP)
has built in flash
display is selfie friendly
rather wide (24mm)
great zoom (1200mm)
heavier than average (670g)
somewhat slow max aperture (f2.9)
72
lighter than competition (305g)
good MP (16MP)
relatively wide (23mm)
great reach (481mm)
very good maximum aperture (f)
no Timelapse function
display is not selfie friendly
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Landscape Comparison

Fujifilm S9900w Landscape photography advice
Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Landscape photography advice
49
has manual focus
rather wide (24mm)
screen size is good (3 inch)
has image stabilization (Optical)
MP count decent (16 megapixels)
cannot switch lenses (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow max aperture (f2.9)
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW format
47
relatively wide (23mm)
very good maximum aperture (f)
big screen (4.8")
has image stabilization (Optical)
good MP (16 megapixels)
focusing manually not possible
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
no manual control
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
has no RAW files
no Timelapse function
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Vlogging Comparison

Fujifilm S9900w Vlogging highlights
Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Vlogging highlights
57
rather wide (24mm)
display is selfie friendly
has image stabilization (Optical)
features face detection focusing
video resolution high (1920 x 1080 pxls)
somewhat slow max aperture (f2.9)
missing external mic socket
heavier than average (670 grams)
36
relatively wide (23mm)
very good maximum aperture (f)
has touchscreen
has image stabilization (Optical)
video resolution high (1920 x 1080 pixels)
lighter than competition (305 grams)
display is not selfie friendly
no microphone port
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Fujifilm S9900w vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Fujifilm S9900w and Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G
 Fujifilm S9900wSamsung Galaxy Camera 3G
General Information
Company FujiFilm Samsung
Model type Fujifilm S9900w Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G
Type Small Sensor Superzoom Small Sensor Superzoom
Released 2015-01-14 2012-08-29
Body design SLR-like (bridge) Compact
Sensor Information
Processor Chip - 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 16 megapixels 16 megapixels
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 -
Maximum resolution 4608 x 3456 -
Maximum native ISO 12800 3200
Lowest native ISO 100 100
RAW data
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Touch focus
Continuous AF
Single AF
Tracking AF
Selective AF
AF center weighted
AF multi area
AF live view
Face detect AF
Contract detect AF
Phase detect AF
Lens
Lens mount type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 24-1200mm (50.0x) 23-481mm (20.9x)
Highest aperture f/2.9-6.5 -
Macro focusing range 7cm -
Crop factor 5.8 5.8
Screen
Display type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display sizing 3 inches 4.8 inches
Resolution of display 460k dot 0k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch functionality
Display tech - 308 ppi, HD Super Clear Touch Display
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder Electronic None
Viewfinder resolution 920k dot -
Viewfinder coverage 97 percent -
Features
Lowest shutter speed 8s -
Highest shutter speed 1/1700s -
Continuous shooting speed 10.0 frames per second -
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Exposure compensation Yes -
Custom WB
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash distance 7.00 m (with Auto ISO) no built-in flash
Flash options Auto, flash on, flash off, slow synchro no built-in flash
Hot shoe
AEB
White balance bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment
Average
Spot
Partial
AF area
Center weighted
Video features
Video resolutions 1920 x 1080 (6oi), 1280 x 720 (60p), 640 x 480 (30p) 1920 x 1080
Maximum video resolution 1920x1080 1920x1080
Video format H.264 MPEG-4, H.264
Microphone jack
Headphone jack
Connectivity
Wireless Built-In Built-In
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) none
GPS None BuiltIn
Physical
Environment seal
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 670 gr (1.48 pounds) 305 gr (0.67 pounds)
Physical 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 All around rating not tested not tested
DXO Color Depth rating not tested not tested
DXO Dynamic range rating not tested not tested
DXO Low light rating not tested not tested
Other
Battery life 300 pictures -
Type of battery Battery Pack -
Battery ID 4 x AA -
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec) -
Time lapse feature
Type of storage SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal micro SD/micro SDHC/micro SDXC
Storage slots One One
Price at launch $719 $606