Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G vs Sony HX350

In this write-up, we will be contrasting the Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G versus Sony HX350, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by competitors Samsung and Sony. The resolution of the Galaxy Camera 3G (16MP) and the HX350 (20MP) is relatively similar and they use the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The Galaxy Camera 3G was introduced 5 years prior to the HX350 which is quite a large difference as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras offer different body type with the Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G being a Compact camera and the Sony HX350 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before diving straight into a in-depth comparison, below is a quick highlight of how the Galaxy Camera 3G scores versus the HX350 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX350. The whole galleries are provided at Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Gallery & Sony HX350 Gallery.

For anyone who is planning to carry around your camera regularly, you're going to have to factor its weight and dimensions. The Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G features physical dimensions 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 HX350 has dimensions of 130mm x 93mm x 103mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 4.1") along with a weight of 652 grams (1.44 lbs).

See the Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G versus Sony HX350 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are employing during that time. The following is the front view overall size comparison of the Galaxy Camera 3G vs the HX350.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Galaxy Camera 3G and HX350 is 90 and 62 respectively.

More often than not, it can be hard to imagine the difference between sensor sizes just by reading a spec sheet. The image below should provide you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the Galaxy Camera 3G and HX350.

As you can see, both the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit different resolution. You can count on the Sony HX350 to offer you greater detail using its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will let you crop photographs far more aggressively. The more aged Galaxy Camera 3G is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.