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Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G vs Sony NEX-F3

Portability
90
Imaging
39
Features
44
Overall
41
Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G front
 
Sony Alpha NEX-F3 front
Portability
86
Imaging
57
Features
60
Overall
58

Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G vs Sony NEX-F3 Key Specs

Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G
(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
Sony NEX-F3
(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
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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.

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The 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.

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Reasons to pick Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G over the Sony NEX-F3

 Galaxy Camera 3G NEX-F3 
Screen dimensions4.8"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 
Manually focus More precise focusing
Screen typeTiltingFixed Tilting screen
Screen resolution920k0kSharper screen (+920k dot)

Common features in the Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G and Sony NEX-F3

 Galaxy Camera 3G NEX-F3 
LaunchedAugust 2012August 2012Similar 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. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

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.

Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G vs Sony NEX-F3 size comparison

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 top view buttons comparison

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.

Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G vs Sony NEX-F3 sensor size comparison

Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G vs Sony NEX-F3 Screen and ViewFinder

Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G vs Sony NEX-F3 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
Photography Glossary

Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Portrait photography details
Sony NEX-F3 Portrait photography details
30
resolution is good (16 megapixels)
no manual focus
no manual mode
can't use external flash
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
no RAW files
74
you can focus manually
good resolution (16 megapixels)
good sensor size (APS-C)
delivers RAW formats
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Street Comparison

Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G as a Street photography camera
Sony NEX-F3 as a Street photography camera
61
has image stabilization (Optical)
lighter than others in class (305 grams)
fixed screen
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
no RAW files
76
has a tilting screen
good sensor size (APS-C)
delivers RAW formats
does not have image stabilization
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Sports Comparison

Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Sports photography details
Sony NEX-F3 Sports photography details
44
long zoom range (23-481mm 20.9 x zoom)
has image stabilization (Optical)
resolution is good (16 megapixels)
no shutter priority
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
no phase detect AF
53
good resolution (16 megapixels)
good sensor size (APS-C)
great battery life (470 shots)
slow fps (6.0 frames per second)
does not have image stabilization
has no phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Travel photography highlights
Sony NEX-F3 Travel photography highlights
72
lighter than others in class (305g)
resolution is good (16MP)
relatively wide (23mm)
very long reach (481mm)
very good maximum aperture (f)
does not have Time Lapse recording
doesn't have selfie friendly display
69
great battery life (470 per charge)
good resolution (16 megapixels)
built-in flash
lack of Time Lapse function
display is not selfie friendly
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Landscape Comparison

Landscape photography with Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G
Landscape photography with Sony NEX-F3
47
relatively wide (23mm)
very good maximum aperture (f)
very good size screen (4.8")
has image stabilization (Optical)
resolution is good (16MP)
no manual focus
can't change lens (fixed lens mount)
no manual mode
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
no RAW files
does not have Time Lapse recording
70
you can focus manually
switch lenses (Sony E mount)
screen size is good (3 inch)
good resolution (16MP)
good sensor size (APS-C)
delivers RAW formats
great battery life (470 per charge)
does not have image stabilization
lack of Time Lapse function
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Vlogging Comparison

Vlogging with Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G
Vlogging with Sony NEX-F3
36
relatively wide (23mm)
very good maximum aperture (f)
touch screen
has image stabilization (Optical)
high quality video (1920 x 1080 resolution)
lighter than others in class (305g)
doesn't have selfie friendly display
does not have external mic port
27
high quality video (1920 x 1080 resolution)
display is not selfie friendly
does not have image stabilization
lack of mic port
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Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G vs Sony NEX-F3 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G and Sony NEX-F3
 Samsung Galaxy Camera 3GSony Alpha NEX-F3
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