Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G vs Sony A330
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Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G vs Sony A330 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)
- 10MP - APS-C Sensor
- 2.7" Tilting Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- No Video
- Sony/Minolta Alpha Mount
- 529g - 128 x 97 x 71mm
- Revealed May 2009
- Previous Model is Sony A300

Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G vs Sony A330 Overview
Let's examine more in depth at the Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G vs Sony A330, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Entry-Level DSLR by manufacturers Samsung and Sony. There exists a considerable gap among the sensor resolutions of the Galaxy Camera 3G (16MP) and A330 (10MP) and the Galaxy Camera 3G (1/2.3") and A330 (APS-C) enjoy totally different sensor sizes.

The Galaxy Camera 3G was brought out 3 years after the A330 which is a fairly large difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of these cameras come with different body type with the Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G being a Compact camera and the Sony A330 being a Compact SLR camera.
Before we go straight into a complete comparison, below is a brief synopsis of how the Galaxy Camera 3G matches up vs the A330 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G vs Sony A330 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G & Sony Alpha DSLR-A330. The entire galleries are available at Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Gallery & Sony A330 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G over the Sony A330
Galaxy Camera 3G | A330 | |||
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Revealed | August 2012 | ![]() | May 2009 | Newer by 40 months |
Display dimension | 4.8" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+2.1") |
Touch display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Sony A330 over the Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G
A330 | Galaxy Camera 3G | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Dial precise focusing | ||
Display type | Tilting | ![]() | Fixed | Tilting display |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 0k | Crisper display (+230k dot) |
Common features in the Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G and Sony A330
Galaxy Camera 3G | A330 | |||
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Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither comes with selfie screen |
Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G vs Sony A330 Physical Comparison
For those who are planning to travel with your camera frequently, you will want to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G comes with external dimensions of 129mm x 71mm x 19mm (5.1" x 2.8" x 0.7") and a weight of 305 grams (0.67 lbs) while the Sony A330 has dimensions of 128mm x 97mm x 71mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 2.8") having a weight of 529 grams (1.17 lbs).
Analyze the Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G vs Sony A330 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Always remember, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are utilizing during that time. The following is the front view physical size comparison of the Galaxy Camera 3G compared to the A330.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Galaxy Camera 3G and A330 is 90 and 67 respectively.

Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G vs Sony A330 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it can be tough to envision the difference in sensor dimensions only by looking through specifications. The pic below will help provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the Galaxy Camera 3G and A330.
To sum up, both the cameras have got different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The Galaxy Camera 3G due to its smaller sensor will make getting shallow DOF more challenging and the Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G will render more detail having its extra 6MP. Greater resolution will let you crop photos much more aggressively. The newer Galaxy Camera 3G is going to have an edge with regard to sensor innovation.

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Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G vs Sony A330 Specifications
Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G | Sony Alpha DSLR-A330 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Samsung | Sony |
Model type | Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G | Sony Alpha DSLR-A330 |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Entry-Level DSLR |
Launched | 2012-08-29 | 2009-05-18 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | 1.4GHz Quad-Core | Bionz |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | APS-C |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 23.5 x 15.7mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 369.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16MP | 10MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | - | 3872 x 2592 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Total focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | Sony/Minolta Alpha |
Lens zoom range | 23-481mm (20.9x) | - |
Amount of lenses | - | 143 |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Tilting |
Display sizing | 4.8 inch | 2.7 inch |
Resolution of display | 0 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Display technology | 308 ppi, HD Super Clear Touch Display | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | Optical (pentamirror) |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 95% |
Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.49x |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | - | 30 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | - | 1/4000 secs |
Continuous shutter rate | - | 3.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | no built-in flash | 10.00 m |
Flash options | no built-in flash | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Rear Curtain, Wireless |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Fastest flash synchronize | - | 1/160 secs |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 | - |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | None |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | - |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | none | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | BuiltIn | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 305 grams (0.67 lb) | 529 grams (1.17 lb) |
Dimensions | 129 x 71 x 19mm (5.1" x 2.8" x 0.7") | 128 x 97 x 71mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 2.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | 64 |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 22.4 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 11.5 |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | 535 |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 230 shots |
Style of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | - | NP-FH50 |
Self timer | - | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | micro SD/micro SDHC/micro SDXC | SD/ SDHC, Memory Stick Pro Duo |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Cost at release | $606 | $545 |