Fujifilm X20 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G
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Fujifilm X20 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 2/3" Sensor
- 2.8" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 12800
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-112mm (F2.0-2.8) lens
- 353g - 117 x 70 x 57mm
- Released April 2013
- Superseded the Fujifilm X10
- Successor is Fujifilm X30
(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
- Announced August 2012

Fujifilm X20 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Overview
Below is a extended review of the Fujifilm X20 versus Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by competitors FujiFilm and Samsung. There is a large difference among the image resolutions of the Fujifilm X20 (12MP) and Galaxy Camera 3G (16MP) and the Fujifilm X20 (2/3") and Galaxy Camera 3G (1/2.3") come with totally different sensor measurements.

The Fujifilm X20 was revealed 9 months later than the Galaxy Camera 3G and they are both of a similar age. The two cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before we go in to a full comparison, below is a brief synopsis of how the Fujifilm X20 matches up against the Galaxy Camera 3G with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Fujifilm X20 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Fujifilm X20 & Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G. The full galleries are available at Fujifilm X20 Gallery & Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm X20 over the Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G
Fujifilm X20 | Galaxy Camera 3G | |||
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Announced | April 2013 | ![]() | August 2012 | More recent by 9 months |
Manual focus | ![]() | Dial accurate focus | ||
Display resolution | 460k | ![]() | 0k | Crisper display (+460k dot) |
Reasons to pick Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G over the Fujifilm X20
Galaxy Camera 3G | Fujifilm X20 | |||
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Display dimension | 4.8" | ![]() | 2.8" | Larger display (+2") |
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Fujifilm X20 and Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G
Fujifilm X20 | Galaxy Camera 3G | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lacking selfie screen |
Fujifilm X20 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Physical Comparison
If you're planning to lug around your camera, you will have to factor its weight and measurements. The Fujifilm X20 features external dimensions of 117mm x 70mm x 57mm (4.6" x 2.8" x 2.2") and a weight of 353 grams (0.78 lbs) whilst 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).
Analyze the Fujifilm X20 versus Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember that, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are utilizing at that time. Following is the front view dimension comparison of the Fujifilm X20 compared to the Galaxy Camera 3G.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm X20 and Galaxy Camera 3G is 83 and 90 respectively.

Fujifilm X20 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Sensor Comparison
Often, it is tough to envision the difference in sensor measurements simply by seeing a spec sheet. The visual below will give you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm X20 and Galaxy Camera 3G.
As you can see, both the cameras have got different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The Fujifilm X20 having a larger sensor will make shooting shallow depth of field less difficult and the Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G will provide extra detail because of its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will make it easier to crop images much more aggressively. The more modern Fujifilm X20 will have an advantage when it comes to sensor tech.

Fujifilm X20 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Screen and ViewFinder


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Fujifilm X20 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Specifications
Fujifilm X20 | Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | FujiFilm | Samsung |
Model | Fujifilm X20 | Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Released | 2013-04-29 | 2012-08-29 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | EXR Processor II | 1.4GHz Quad-Core |
Sensor type | CMOS X-TRANS II | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 2/3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 8.8 x 6.6mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 58.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12MP | 16MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | - |
Highest Possible resolution | 4000 x 3000 | - |
Maximum native ISO | 12800 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-112mm (4.0x) | 23-481mm (20.9x) |
Maximum aperture | f/2.0-2.8 | - |
Macro focus range | 1cm | - |
Focal length multiplier | 4.1 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 2.8" | 4.8" |
Resolution of screen | 460 thousand dot | 0 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Screen technology | TFT color LCD monitor | 308 ppi, HD Super Clear Touch Display |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Optical (tunnel) | None |
Viewfinder coverage | 85% | - |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 30 secs | - |
Max shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | - |
Continuous shutter speed | 12.0 frames per sec | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 7.00 m | no built-in flash |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | no built-in flash |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Max flash sync | 1/1000 secs | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1280 x 720 (60 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | none |
GPS | None | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 353 grams (0.78 pounds) | 305 grams (0.67 pounds) |
Dimensions | 117 x 70 x 57mm (4.6" x 2.8" x 2.2") | 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 | 270 shots | - |
Battery format | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | NP-50 | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | - |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | micro SD/micro SDHC/micro SDXC |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Pricing at release | $500 | $606 |