Olympus 1s vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G

Here, we will be comparing the Olympus 1s vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by brands Olympus and Samsung. There is a sizable difference among the resolutions of the 1s (12MP) and Galaxy Camera 3G (16MP) and the 1s (1/1.7") and Galaxy Camera 3G (1/2.3") offer totally different sensor measurements.

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The 1s was introduced 2 years after the Galaxy Camera 3G which is a fairly significant difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras feature different body design with the Olympus 1s being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G being a Compact camera.

Before diving straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a brief synopsis of how the 1s matches up against the Galaxy Camera 3G in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus Stylus 1s & Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G. The whole galleries are available at Olympus 1s Gallery & Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Gallery.

In case you're looking to travel with your camera regularly, you will need to consider its weight and measurements. The Olympus 1s provides exterior measurements of 116mm x 87mm x 57mm (4.6" x 3.4" x 2.2") having a weight of 402 grams (0.89 lbs) whilst the Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G has proportions of 129mm x 71mm x 19mm (5.1" x 2.8" x 0.7") and a weight of 305 grams (0.67 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are using at that time. Underneath is a front view over all size comparison of the 1s vs the Galaxy Camera 3G.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the 1s and Galaxy Camera 3G is 79 and 90 respectively.

Oftentimes, it can be difficult to visualise the gap in sensor dimensions just by going through a spec sheet. The pic underneath will provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the 1s and Galaxy Camera 3G.

Clearly, the 2 cameras come with different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The 1s with its bigger sensor will make achieving shallower depth of field less difficult and the Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G will show more detail using its extra 4MP. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop photographs a good deal more aggressively. The more modern 1s will have an advantage with regard to sensor technology.