Olympus E-520 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G

Following is a in-depth analysis of the Olympus E-520 and Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G, former is a Entry-Level DSLR while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands Olympus and Samsung. There is a substantial difference among the image resolutions of the E-520 (10MP) and Galaxy Camera 3G (16MP) and the E-520 (Four Thirds) and Galaxy Camera 3G (1/2.3") provide totally different sensor sizes.

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The E-520 was released 5 years earlier than the Galaxy Camera 3G which is a fairly big difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras have different body design with the Olympus E-520 being a Compact SLR camera and the Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G being a Compact camera.

Before we go into a comprehensive comparison, here is a simple overview of how the E-520 matches up against the Galaxy Camera 3G in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus E-520 & Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G. The complete galleries are provided at Olympus E-520 Gallery & Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Gallery.

If you are intending to carry around your camera regularly, you have to take into account its weight and volume. The Olympus E-520 features physical measurements of 136mm x 92mm x 68mm (5.4" x 3.6" x 2.7") accompanied by a weight of 552 grams (1.22 lbs) and the Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G has sizing of 129mm x 71mm x 19mm (5.1" x 2.8" x 0.7") along with a weight of 305 grams (0.67 lbs).

Check out the Olympus E-520 and Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you have attached at that moment. Here is a front view dimension comparison of the E-520 against the Galaxy Camera 3G.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the E-520 and Galaxy Camera 3G is 68 and 90 respectively.

Generally, its hard to see the difference in sensor sizes only by looking through a spec sheet. The pic underneath will offer you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the E-520 and Galaxy Camera 3G.

As you can see, each of the cameras provide different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The E-520 because of its bigger sensor will make getting shallow DOF easier and the Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G will render extra detail as a result of its extra 6MP. Higher resolution will also let you crop shots more aggressively. The more aged E-520 will be disadvantaged in sensor technology.