Olympus SH-50 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G
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Olympus SH-50 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 125 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-600mm (F3.0-6.9) lens
- 269g - 112 x 63 x 42mm
- Released January 2013
(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
- Released August 2012

Olympus SH-50 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Overview
Lets examine more closely at the Olympus SH-50 versus Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by manufacturers Olympus and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the SH-50 (16MP) and the Galaxy Camera 3G (16MP) is fairly well matched and they come with the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").

The SH-50 was revealed 5 months later than the Galaxy Camera 3G and they are both of a similar generation. Both of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before diving in to a more detailed comparison, below is a concise introduction of how the SH-50 matches up versus the Galaxy Camera 3G in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Olympus SH-50 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus SH-50 and Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G. The full galleries are provided at Olympus SH-50 Gallery and Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus SH-50 over the Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G
SH-50 | Galaxy Camera 3G | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | More exact focus | ||
Display resolution | 460k | ![]() | 0k | Sharper display (+460k dot) |
Reasons to pick Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G over the Olympus SH-50
Galaxy Camera 3G | SH-50 | |||
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Display dimension | 4.8" | ![]() | 3" | Larger display (+1.8") |
Common features in the Olympus SH-50 and Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G
SH-50 | Galaxy Camera 3G | |||
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Released | January 2013 | ![]() | August 2012 | Similar generation |
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lacking selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Olympus SH-50 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Physical Comparison
For those who are aiming to carry your camera often, you'll need to consider its weight and size. The Olympus SH-50 comes with physical measurements of 112mm x 63mm x 42mm (4.4" x 2.5" x 1.7") having a weight of 269 grams (0.59 lbs) whilst the Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G has specifications of 129mm x 71mm x 19mm (5.1" x 2.8" x 0.7") having a weight of 305 grams (0.67 lbs).
Take a look at the Olympus SH-50 versus Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you have during that time. Following is the front view scale comparison of the SH-50 vs the Galaxy Camera 3G.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the SH-50 and Galaxy Camera 3G is 88 and 90 respectively.

Olympus SH-50 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it is difficult to envision the difference between sensor sizing purely by reading through a spec sheet. The graphic here will offer you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the SH-50 and Galaxy Camera 3G.
As you can see, each of the cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements and the same megapixels and you should expect similar quality of photographs although you should always consider the release date of the products into consideration.

Olympus SH-50 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Screen and ViewFinder


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Olympus SH-50 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Specifications
Olympus SH-50 | Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Olympus | Samsung |
Model | Olympus SH-50 | Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Released | 2013-01-08 | 2012-08-29 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | TruePic VI | 1.4GHz Quad-Core |
Sensor type | BSI-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 aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | - |
Maximum resolution | 4608 x 3456 | - |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 125 | 100 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 25-600mm (24.0x) | 23-481mm (20.9x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.0-6.9 | - |
Macro focus range | 5cm | - |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3" | 4.8" |
Display resolution | 460k dots | 0k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Display tech | - | 308 ppi, HD Super Clear Touch Display |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 15 seconds | - |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | - |
Continuous shooting rate | 12.0 frames/s | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 4.00 m | no built-in flash |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync | no built-in flash |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 480fps (176 x 128), 240fps (384 x 288) | 1920 x 1080 |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | none |
GPS | None | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 269 grams (0.59 pounds) | 305 grams (0.67 pounds) |
Dimensions | 112 x 63 x 42mm (4.4" x 2.5" x 1.7") | 129 x 71 x 19mm (5.1" x 2.8" x 0.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 model | SLB-10A | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 sec, Pet Auto Shutter) | - |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | micro SD/micro SDHC/micro SDXC |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail price | $300 | $606 |