Leica C vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G

Here is a thorough overview of the Leica C and Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by competitors Leica and Samsung. There is a large difference among the resolutions of the C (12MP) and Galaxy Camera 3G (16MP) and the C (1/1.7") and Galaxy Camera 3G (1/2.3") use totally different sensor size.

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The C was revealed 13 months later than the Galaxy Camera 3G which makes the cameras a generation apart from each other. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving in to a complete comparison, below is a concise synopsis of how the C grades vs the Galaxy Camera 3G when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Leica C & Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G. The full galleries are provided at Leica C Gallery & Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Gallery.

In case you're looking to carry your camera, you will want to factor its weight and size. The Leica C has external measurements of 103mm x 63mm x 28mm (4.1" x 2.5" x 1.1") and a weight of 195 grams (0.43 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).

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Always remember, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you have chosen at that moment. Here is the front view dimensions comparison of the C against the Galaxy Camera 3G.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the C and Galaxy Camera 3G is 92 and 90 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is tough to see the difference in sensor sizing only by checking out technical specs. The photograph underneath will help give you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the C and Galaxy Camera 3G.

As you have seen, both the cameras enjoy different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The C using its bigger sensor will make achieving shallower depth of field simpler and the Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G will produce more detail because of its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop shots far more aggressively. The more modern C is going to have an edge in sensor technology.