Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G vs Sony NEX-F3
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Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G vs Sony NEX-F3 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
- Revealed August 2012
(Full Review)
- 16MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 200 - 16000
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Sony E Mount
- 314g - 117 x 67 x 42mm
- Launched August 2012
- Succeeded the Sony NEX-C3
- Replacement is Sony NEX-3N
Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G vs Sony NEX-F3 Overview
On this page, we will be contrasting the Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G and Sony NEX-F3, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by rivals Samsung and Sony. The sensor resolution of the Galaxy Camera 3G (16MP) and the NEX-F3 (16MP) is pretty similar but the Galaxy Camera 3G (1/2.3") and NEX-F3 (APS-C) have totally different sensor sizes.
Apple Innovates by Creating Next-Level Optical Stabilization for iPhoneThe Galaxy Camera 3G was released very close to the NEX-F3 so they are of a similar generation. Both of the cameras have different body design with the Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G being a Compact camera and the Sony NEX-F3 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.
Before delving straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a short summation of how the Galaxy Camera 3G matches up vs the NEX-F3 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G vs Sony NEX-F3 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery images for Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G and Sony Alpha NEX-F3. The complete galleries are available at Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Gallery and Sony NEX-F3 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G over the Sony NEX-F3
Galaxy Camera 3G | NEX-F3 | |||
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Screen dimensions | 4.8" | 3" | Bigger screen (+1.8") | |
Touch screen | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Sony NEX-F3 over the Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G
NEX-F3 | Galaxy Camera 3G | |||
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Manually focus | More precise focusing | |||
Screen type | Tilting | Fixed | Tilting screen | |
Screen resolution | 920k | 0k | Sharper screen (+920k dot) |
Common features in the Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G and Sony NEX-F3
Galaxy Camera 3G | NEX-F3 | |||
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Launched | August 2012 | August 2012 | Similar generation | |
Selfie screen | Neither includes selfie screen |
Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G vs Sony NEX-F3 Physical Comparison
For those who are planning to travel with your camera regularly, you need to think about its weight and proportions. The Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G features exterior dimensions 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 Sony NEX-F3 has measurements of 117mm x 67mm x 42mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.7") accompanied by a weight of 314 grams (0.69 lbs).
Examine the Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G and Sony NEX-F3 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you select at the time. Below is a front view measurements comparison of the Galaxy Camera 3G and the NEX-F3.
Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Galaxy Camera 3G and NEX-F3 is 90 and 86 respectively.
Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G vs Sony NEX-F3 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it is tough to see the gap between sensor dimensions just by reviewing specifications. The image below will offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the Galaxy Camera 3G and NEX-F3.
To sum up, both of those cameras have the same megapixels albeit not the same sensor dimensions. The Galaxy Camera 3G contains the tinier sensor which is going to make obtaining bokeh trickier.
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Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G vs Sony NEX-F3 Specifications
Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G | Sony Alpha NEX-F3 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Samsung | Sony |
Model type | Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G | Sony Alpha NEX-F3 |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Revealed | 2012-08-29 | 2012-08-16 |
Body design | Compact | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | 1.4GHz Quad-Core | Bionz |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | APS-C |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 23.4 x 15.6mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 365.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16MP | 16MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | - | 4912 x 3264 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 16000 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 200 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Total focus points | - | 25 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | Sony E |
Lens zoom range | 23-481mm (20.9x) | - |
Available lenses | - | 121 |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Tilting |
Display sizing | 4.8 inch | 3 inch |
Display resolution | 0 thousand dot | 920 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Display technology | 308 ppi, HD Super Clear Touch Display | TFT Xtra Fine LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | Electronic (optional) |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | - | 30s |
Fastest shutter speed | - | 1/4000s |
Continuous shutter speed | - | 6.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | no built-in flash | - |
Flash options | no built-in flash | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Rear Curtain, Fill-in |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Fastest flash sync | - | 1/160s |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 | 1920 x 1080 (60, 24 fps), 1440 x 1080 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Eye-Fi Connected |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | none | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | BuiltIn | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 305 gr (0.67 pounds) | 314 gr (0.69 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 129 x 71 x 19mm (5.1" x 2.8" x 0.7") | 117 x 67 x 42mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | 73 |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 22.7 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 12.3 |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | 1114 |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 470 photographs |
Type of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | - | NPFW50 |
Self timer | - | Yes (2 or 10 sec, 10 sec 3 or 5 images) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | micro SD/micro SDHC/micro SDXC | SD/ SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Pro Duo/ Pro-HG Duo |
Storage slots | One | One |
Pricing at release | $606 | $470 |