Olympus E-600 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G

Here, we are evaluating the Olympus E-600 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G, one being a Entry-Level DSLR and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by manufacturers Olympus and Samsung. There exists a huge gap among the resolutions of the E-600 (12MP) and Galaxy Camera 3G (16MP) and the E-600 (Four Thirds) and Galaxy Camera 3G (1/2.3") provide different sensor sizing.

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The E-600 was brought out 4 years before the Galaxy Camera 3G and that is a fairly significant gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both cameras feature different body design with the Olympus E-600 being a Compact SLR camera and the Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G being a Compact camera.

Before we go straight to a full comparison, here is a quick synopsis of how the E-600 scores vs the Galaxy Camera 3G for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus E-600 and Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G. The entire galleries are provided at Olympus E-600 Gallery and Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Gallery.

In case you're intending to carry your camera often, you're going to have to factor its weight and size. The Olympus E-600 features exterior measurements of 130mm x 94mm x 60mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 2.4") with a weight of 515 grams (1.14 lbs) and the Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G has specifications of 129mm x 71mm x 19mm (5.1" x 2.8" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 305 grams (0.67 lbs).

Check the Olympus E-600 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you select at the time. The following is a front view size comparison of the E-600 compared to the Galaxy Camera 3G.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the E-600 and Galaxy Camera 3G is 71 and 90 respectively.

More often than not, it can be difficult to visualize the contrast in sensor sizing only by checking out specifications. The photograph underneath may give you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the E-600 and Galaxy Camera 3G.

Plainly, each of the cameras feature different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The E-600 featuring a larger sensor is going to make getting shallow depth of field less difficult and the Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G will provide extra detail having its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will also help you crop photos way more aggressively. The older E-600 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.