Pentax VS20 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G

The following is a comprehensive assessment of the Pentax VS20 and Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by competitors Pentax and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the VS20 (16MP) and the Galaxy Camera 3G (16MP) is relatively well matched and both cameras boast the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The VS20 was introduced 7 months prior to the Galaxy Camera 3G which means that they are of a similar generation. Each of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before we go straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a brief highlight of how the VS20 grades vs the Galaxy Camera 3G when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Pentax Optio VS20 and Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G. The whole galleries are viewable at Pentax VS20 Gallery and Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Gallery.

When you are looking to travel with your camera frequently, you will want to take into account its weight and volume. The Pentax VS20 has got physical dimensions of 111mm x 61mm x 38mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 1.5") with a weight of 235 grams (0.52 lbs) and the Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G has sizing 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 Pentax VS20 and Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. Following is a front view dimension comparison of the VS20 against the Galaxy Camera 3G.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the VS20 and Galaxy Camera 3G is 90 and 90 respectively.

Oftentimes, its hard to visualize the contrast between sensor dimensions only by reading through a spec sheet. The pic here will help offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the VS20 and Galaxy Camera 3G.

Clearly, each of the cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the exact same resolution therefore you should expect similar quality of pictures but you would want to take the production date of the products into consideration. The more aged VS20 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.