Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G vs Sony HX7V
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Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G vs Sony HX7V Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 4.8" Fixed Screen
- 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 - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 125 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-250mm (F3.5-5.5) lens
- 208g - 102 x 58 x 29mm
- Released July 2011
Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G vs Sony HX7V Overview
Below is a thorough overview of the Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G and Sony HX7V, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Samsung and Sony. The image resolution of the Galaxy Camera 3G (16MP) and the HX7V (16MP) is pretty close and they enjoy the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe Galaxy Camera 3G was introduced 14 months later than the HX7V which makes the cameras a generation apart from one another. The two cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before diving in to a step-by-step comparison, below is a quick view of how the Galaxy Camera 3G scores vs the HX7V with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G vs Sony HX7V Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery images for Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX7V. The whole galleries are available at Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Gallery & Sony HX7V Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G over the Sony HX7V
Galaxy Camera 3G | HX7V | |||
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Released | August 2012 | July 2011 | More recent by 14 months | |
Screen dimension | 4.8" | 3" | Bigger screen (+1.8") | |
Touch screen | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Sony HX7V over the Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G
HX7V | Galaxy Camera 3G | |||
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Screen resolution | 921k | 0k | Crisper screen (+921k dot) |
Common features in the Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G and Sony HX7V
Galaxy Camera 3G | HX7V | |||
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Manually focus | Lack of manual focusing | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Selfie screen | No selfie screen |
Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G vs Sony HX7V Physical Comparison
In case you're intending to lug around your camera regularly, you're going to have to think about its weight and volume. The Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G offers external measurements of 129mm x 71mm x 19mm (5.1" x 2.8" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 305 grams (0.67 lbs) while the Sony HX7V has sizing of 102mm x 58mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") and a weight of 208 grams (0.46 lbs).
Examine the Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G and Sony HX7V in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you select at that time. Underneath is the front view dimension comparison of the Galaxy Camera 3G vs the HX7V.
Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Galaxy Camera 3G and HX7V is 90 and 92 respectively.
Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G vs Sony HX7V Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it's hard to see the contrast in sensor measurements simply by researching specifications. The graphic here might offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the Galaxy Camera 3G and HX7V.
To sum up, both of those cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements and the same MP therefore you can expect comparable quality of pictures but you will want to factor the age of the cameras into account. The more modern Galaxy Camera 3G is going to have an advantage when it comes to sensor tech.
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Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G vs Sony HX7V Specifications
Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX7V | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Samsung | Sony |
Model | Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX7V |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
Revealed | 2012-08-29 | 2011-07-19 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | 1.4GHz Quad-Core | BIONZ |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | - | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 125 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Number of focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 23-481mm (20.9x) | 25-250mm (10.0x) |
Maximal aperture | - | f/3.5-5.5 |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 4.8 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of screen | 0 thousand dot | 921 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Screen tech | 308 ppi, HD Super Clear Touch Display | XtraFine LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | - | 30 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | - | 1/1600 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | - | 10.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | no built-in flash | 4.80 m |
Flash settings | no built-in flash | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1440 x 1080 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Eye-Fi Connected |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | none | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | BuiltIn | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 305g (0.67 lb) | 208g (0.46 lb) |
Dimensions | 129 x 71 x 19mm (5.1" x 2.8" x 0.7") | 102 x 58 x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery model | - | NP-BG1 |
Self timer | - | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | micro SD/micro SDHC/micro SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo |
Storage slots | One | One |
Launch cost | $606 | $499 |