Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G vs Samsung ST6500
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Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G vs Samsung ST6500 Key Specs
(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
- Launched August 2012
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-130mm (F) lens
- n/ag - 102 x 57 x 19mm
- Revealed January 2011

Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G vs Samsung ST6500 Overview
Lets examine more closely at the Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G and Samsung ST6500, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Ultracompact and they are both designed by Samsung. The image resolution of the Galaxy Camera 3G (16MP) and the ST6500 (16MP) is fairly similar and they feature the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

The Galaxy Camera 3G was revealed 20 months later than the ST6500 making the cameras a generation apart from one another. Both the cameras offer different body type with the Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G being a Compact camera and the Samsung ST6500 being a Ultracompact camera.
Before diving through a comprehensive comparison, below is a quick summation of how the Galaxy Camera 3G matches up against the ST6500 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G vs Samsung ST6500 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G and Samsung ST6500. The full galleries are viewable at Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Gallery and Samsung ST6500 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G over the Samsung ST6500
Galaxy Camera 3G | ST6500 | |||
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Revealed | August 2012 | ![]() | January 2011 | Fresher by 20 months |
Display sizing | 4.8" | ![]() | 3" | Larger display (+1.8") |
Reasons to pick Samsung ST6500 over the Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G
ST6500 | Galaxy Camera 3G | |||
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Display resolution | 460k | ![]() | 0k | Crisper display (+460k dot) |
Common features in the Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G and Samsung ST6500
Galaxy Camera 3G | ST6500 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | No manual focusing | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | No selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G vs Samsung ST6500 Physical Comparison
In case you're aiming to carry your camera regularly, you will have to factor its weight and size. The Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G has physical dimensions of 129mm x 71mm x 19mm (5.1" x 2.8" x 0.7") having a weight of 305 grams (0.67 lbs) whilst the Samsung ST6500 has specifications of 102mm x 57mm x 19mm (4.0" x 2.2" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).
Look at the Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G and Samsung ST6500 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are utilising at the time. Here is the front view sizing comparison of the Galaxy Camera 3G vs the ST6500.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Galaxy Camera 3G and ST6500 is 90 and 99 respectively.

Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G vs Samsung ST6500 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it's tough to picture the contrast between sensor sizing merely by reviewing technical specs. The graphic underneath will help provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the Galaxy Camera 3G and ST6500.
As you have seen, both the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the same MP therefore you should expect similar quality of files although you will need to take the release date of the products into consideration. The more modern Galaxy Camera 3G provides a benefit with regard to sensor technology.

Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G vs Samsung ST6500 Screen and ViewFinder


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Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G vs Samsung ST6500 Specifications
Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G | Samsung ST6500 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Samsung | Samsung |
Model | Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G | Samsung ST6500 |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Ultracompact |
Launched | 2012-08-29 | 2011-01-19 |
Physical type | Compact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | 1.4GHz Quad-Core | - |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16MP | 16MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | - | 4608 x 3456 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 23-481mm (20.9x) | 26-130mm (5.0x) |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 4.8 inches | 3 inches |
Display resolution | 0k dots | 460k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Display technology | 308 ppi, HD Super Clear Touch Display | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | - | 8 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | - | 1/2000 secs |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | no built-in flash | - |
Flash modes | no built-in flash | - |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 | 1280 x 720 |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | - |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | none | none |
GPS | BuiltIn | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 305g (0.67 lbs) | - |
Dimensions | 129 x 71 x 19mm (5.1" x 2.8" x 0.7") | 102 x 57 x 19mm (4.0" x 2.2" 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 | ||
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | micro SD/micro SDHC/micro SDXC | - |
Card slots | One | One |
Retail pricing | $606 | - |