Olympus XZ-10 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G

Following is a complete review of the Olympus XZ-10 versus Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by manufacturers Olympus and Samsung. There exists a sizeable gap among the resolutions of the XZ-10 (12MP) and Galaxy Camera 3G (16MP) but both cameras provide the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The XZ-10 was introduced 6 months after the Galaxy Camera 3G and they are of a similar generation. Both cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before going right into a detailed comparison, here is a brief introduction of how the XZ-10 matches up against the Galaxy Camera 3G when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus Stylus XZ-10 and Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G. The whole galleries are provided at Olympus XZ-10 Gallery and Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Gallery.

If you are planning to carry around your camera, you'll need to consider its weight and proportions. The Olympus XZ-10 provides physical dimensions of 102mm x 61mm x 34mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 1.3") having a weight of 221 grams (0.49 lbs) whilst the Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G has measurements of 129mm x 71mm x 19mm (5.1" x 2.8" x 0.7") having a weight of 305 grams (0.67 lbs).

Check the Olympus XZ-10 versus Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you have attached at that moment. Below is a front view overall size comparison of the XZ-10 versus the Galaxy Camera 3G.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the XZ-10 and Galaxy Camera 3G is 91 and 90 respectively.

Quite often, it's hard to visualize the difference in sensor sizes merely by checking out a spec sheet. The picture underneath should give you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the XZ-10 and Galaxy Camera 3G.

Clearly, both of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit different megapixels. You should expect the Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G to provide extra detail using its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will help you crop pictures more aggressively.