Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G vs Sigma fp

Let's look a bit more in depth at the Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G vs Sigma fp, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Advanced Mirrorless by competitors Samsung and Sigma. There exists a considerable gap among the resolutions of the Galaxy Camera 3G (16MP) and fp (25MP) and the Galaxy Camera 3G (1/2.3") and fp (Full frame) have totally different sensor dimensions.

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The Galaxy Camera 3G was released 7 years earlier than the fp which is a fairly large difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras feature different body design with the Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G being a Compact camera and the Sigma fp being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a concise introduction of how the Galaxy Camera 3G matches up vs the fp in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G & Sigma fp. The complete galleries are available at Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Gallery & Sigma fp Gallery.

For anyone who is looking to carry around your camera frequently, you are going to need to factor its weight and size. The Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G has physical measurements of 129mm x 71mm x 19mm (5.1" x 2.8" x 0.7") with a weight of 305 grams (0.67 lbs) while the Sigma fp has specifications of 113mm x 70mm x 45mm (4.4" x 2.8" x 1.8") having a weight of 422 grams (0.93 lbs).

Analyze the Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G vs Sigma fp in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you choose during that time. Below is a front view sizing comparison of the Galaxy Camera 3G and the fp.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Galaxy Camera 3G and fp is 90 and 84 respectively.

More often than not, it is difficult to visualise the gap in sensor sizes merely by seeing a spec sheet. The picture below may offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the Galaxy Camera 3G and fp.

As you can see, each of these cameras feature different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The Galaxy Camera 3G because of its smaller sensor will make achieving bokeh more difficult and the Sigma fp will provide more detail as a result of its extra 9MP. Higher resolution can also help you crop shots way more aggressively. The more aged Galaxy Camera 3G will be behind with regard to sensor technology.