Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G vs Sony a1

Lets look more closely at the Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G vs Sony a1, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Pro Mirrorless by rivals Samsung and Sony. There exists a significant gap among the resolutions of the Galaxy Camera 3G (16MP) and a1 (50MP) and the Galaxy Camera 3G (1/2.3") and a1 (Full frame) offer totally different sensor sizes.

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The Galaxy Camera 3G was launched 9 years earlier than the a1 and that is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of the cameras have different body design with the Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G being a Compact camera and the Sony a1 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go right into a full comparison, here is a simple introduction of how the Galaxy Camera 3G grades against the a1 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G and Sony Alpha a1. The complete galleries are viewable at Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Gallery and Sony a1 Gallery.

If you are aiming to lug around your camera, you have to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G has outside measurements of 129mm x 71mm x 19mm (5.1" x 2.8" x 0.7") having a weight of 305 grams (0.67 lbs) whilst the Sony a1 has dimensions of 129mm x 97mm x 70mm (5.1" x 3.8" x 2.8") and a weight of 737 grams (1.62 lbs).

Compare the Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G vs Sony a1 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you choose at the time. The following is a front view dimensions comparison of the Galaxy Camera 3G vs the a1.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Galaxy Camera 3G and a1 is 90 and 61 respectively.

Quite often, it is tough to see the difference in sensor measurements purely by checking out specs. The visual here will help give you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the Galaxy Camera 3G and a1.

As you can plainly see, each of the cameras have different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The Galaxy Camera 3G because of its smaller sensor will make shooting shallower depth of field tougher and the Sony a1 will show greater detail utilizing its extra 34MP. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop pictures a bit more aggressively. The older Galaxy Camera 3G will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.