Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G vs Sony A900

Below is a thorough comparison of the Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G vs Sony A900, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Advanced DSLR by rivals Samsung and Sony. There exists a significant gap among the resolutions of the Galaxy Camera 3G (16MP) and A900 (25MP) and the Galaxy Camera 3G (1/2.3") and A900 (Full frame) boast totally different sensor size.

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The Galaxy Camera 3G was brought out 3 years later than the A900 and that is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera technology is concerned. The two cameras have different body design with the Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G being a Compact camera and the Sony A900 being a Mid-size SLR camera.

Before going straight to a detailed comparison, here is a simple summary of how the Galaxy Camera 3G scores against the A900 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G and Sony Alpha DSLR-A900. The entire galleries are viewable at Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Gallery and Sony A900 Gallery.

For anybody who is looking to lug around your camera regularly, you will have to consider its weight and volume. The Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G has outside measurements of 129mm x 71mm x 19mm (5.1" x 2.8" x 0.7") along with a weight of 305 grams (0.67 lbs) and the Sony A900 has sizing of 156mm x 117mm x 82mm (6.1" x 4.6" x 3.2") and a weight of 895 grams (1.97 lbs).

Check the Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G vs Sony A900 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you use during that time. Below is a front view physical size comparison of the Galaxy Camera 3G compared to the A900.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Galaxy Camera 3G and A900 is 90 and 54 respectively.

Typically, it is very difficult to visualise the gap in sensor measurements just by going through technical specs. The visual underneath might give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the Galaxy Camera 3G and A900.

As you have seen, the 2 cameras have different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The Galaxy Camera 3G featuring a smaller sensor will make getting shallow DOF harder and the Sony A900 will produce greater detail having its extra 9MP. Greater resolution will let you crop photos a bit more aggressively. The more modern Galaxy Camera 3G is going to have an advantage with regard to sensor technology.