Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G vs Sony A350
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Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G vs Sony A350 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)
- 14MP - APS-C Sensor
- 2.7" Tilting Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- No Video
- Sony/Minolta Alpha Mount
- 674g - 131 x 99 x 75mm
- Launched June 2008
- Later Model is Sony A380
Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G vs Sony A350 Overview
Below is a extended review of the Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G and Sony A350, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Entry-Level DSLR by competitors Samsung and Sony. The sensor resolution of the Galaxy Camera 3G (16MP) and the A350 (14MP) is fairly comparable but the Galaxy Camera 3G (1/2.3") and A350 (APS-C) feature totally different sensor measurements.
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe Galaxy Camera 3G was unveiled 4 years later than the A350 and that is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of the cameras offer different body type with the Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G being a Compact camera and the Sony A350 being a Compact SLR camera.
Before we go through a thorough comparison, below is a quick summary of how the Galaxy Camera 3G scores against the A350 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G vs Sony A350 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G and Sony Alpha DSLR-A350. The full galleries are provided at Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Gallery and Sony A350 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G over the Sony A350
Galaxy Camera 3G | A350 | |||
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Launched | August 2012 | June 2008 | More recent by 52 months | |
Display sizing | 4.8" | 2.7" | Larger display (+2.1") | |
Touch display | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Sony A350 over the Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G
A350 | Galaxy Camera 3G | |||
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Focus manually | Very accurate focus | |||
Display type | Tilting | Fixed | Tilting display | |
Display resolution | 230k | 0k | Crisper display (+230k dot) |
Common features in the Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G and Sony A350
Galaxy Camera 3G | A350 | |||
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Selfie screen | Absent selfie screen |
Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G vs Sony A350 Physical Comparison
If you're aiming to lug around your camera frequently, you should consider its weight and dimensions. The Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G has got 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) and the Sony A350 has dimensions of 131mm x 99mm x 75mm (5.2" x 3.9" x 3.0") having a weight of 674 grams (1.49 lbs).
Compare the Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G and Sony A350 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you choose at the time. Underneath is the front view physical size comparison of the Galaxy Camera 3G against the A350.
Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Galaxy Camera 3G and A350 is 90 and 62 respectively.
Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G vs Sony A350 Sensor Comparison
Quite often, its difficult to see the contrast in sensor measurements purely by checking out technical specs. The graphic underneath might provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the Galaxy Camera 3G and A350.
As you have seen, each of the cameras enjoy different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The Galaxy Camera 3G using its smaller sensor will make achieving shallower DOF tougher and the Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G will provide more detail having an extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also make it easier to crop photos far more aggressively. The younger Galaxy Camera 3G will have a benefit in sensor innovation.
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Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G vs Sony A350 Specifications
Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G | Sony Alpha DSLR-A350 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Samsung | Sony |
Model type | Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G | Sony Alpha DSLR-A350 |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Entry-Level DSLR |
Launched | 2012-08-29 | 2008-06-06 |
Body design | Compact | Compact SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | 1.4GHz Quad-Core | - |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | APS-C |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 23.6 x 15.8mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 372.9mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16MP | 14MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | - | 4592 x 3056 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Total focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | Sony/Minolta Alpha |
Lens zoom range | 23-481mm (20.9x) | - |
Available lenses | - | 143 |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Tilting |
Display size | 4.8 inches | 2.7 inches |
Display resolution | 0k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Display tech | 308 ppi, HD Super Clear Touch Display | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | Optical (pentamirror) |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 95 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.49x |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | - | 30 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | - | 1/4000 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | - | 3.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | no built-in flash | 12.00 m (at ISO 100) |
Flash settings | no built-in flash | Auto, Red-Eye, Slow, Red-Eye Slow, Rear curtain, wireless |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 | - |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | None |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | - |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | none | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | BuiltIn | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 305 gr (0.67 lb) | 674 gr (1.49 lb) |
Dimensions | 129 x 71 x 19mm (5.1" x 2.8" x 0.7") | 131 x 99 x 75mm (5.2" x 3.9" x 3.0") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | 65 |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 22.6 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 11.5 |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | 595 |
Other | ||
Self timer | - | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | micro SD/micro SDHC/micro SDXC | Compact Flash (Type I or II), Memory Stick Duo / Pro Duo, UDMA Mode 5, Supports FAT12 / FAT16 / FAT32 |
Storage slots | One | One |
Cost at release | $606 | $600 |