Olympus SZ-10 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G

Below, we will be analyzing the Olympus SZ-10 versus Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by manufacturers Olympus and Samsung. The resolution of the SZ-10 (14MP) and the Galaxy Camera 3G (16MP) is pretty comparable and they possess the exact same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The SZ-10 was revealed 18 months prior to the Galaxy Camera 3G which makes the cameras a generation away from each other. Both the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before going in to a detailed comparison, below is a simple summary of how the SZ-10 matches up versus the Galaxy Camera 3G when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus SZ-10 & Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G. The full galleries are available at Olympus SZ-10 Gallery & Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Gallery.

If you're looking to travel with your camera regularly, you will need to factor in its weight and size. The Olympus SZ-10 offers external dimensions of 106mm x 67mm x 38mm (4.2" x 2.6" x 1.5") accompanied by a weight of 215 grams (0.47 lbs) whilst the Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G has specifications of 129mm x 71mm x 19mm (5.1" x 2.8" x 0.7") and a weight of 305 grams (0.67 lbs).

Take a look at the Olympus SZ-10 versus Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are utilising at that moment. The following is the front view dimension comparison of the SZ-10 against the Galaxy Camera 3G.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the SZ-10 and Galaxy Camera 3G is 90 and 90 respectively.

In many cases, it is difficult to visualise the gap in sensor dimensions just by going through a spec sheet. The picture below will help give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the SZ-10 and Galaxy Camera 3G.

Clearly, both of the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same resolution. You can expect the Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G to provide more detail because of its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop shots much more aggressively. The more aged SZ-10 will be behind in sensor tech.