Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G vs Sony RX100 V

Here, we are reviewing the Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G vs Sony RX100 V, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Large Sensor Compact by rivals Samsung and Sony. The resolution of the Galaxy Camera 3G (16MP) and the RX100 V (20MP) is fairly similar but the Galaxy Camera 3G (1/2.3") and RX100 V (1") boast different sensor dimensions.

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The Galaxy Camera 3G was brought out 5 years prior to the RX100 V which is quite a serious difference as far as tech is concerned. Both the cameras feature different body design with the Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G being a Compact camera and the Sony RX100 V being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before going right into a in-depth comparison, here is a quick summary of how the Galaxy Camera 3G matches up vs the RX100 V with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 V. The entire galleries are provided at Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Gallery & Sony RX100 V Gallery.

If you are intending to travel with your camera frequently, you will need to think about its weight and dimensions. The Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G comes with external measurements of 129mm x 71mm x 19mm (5.1" x 2.8" x 0.7") having a weight of 305 grams (0.67 lbs) and the Sony RX100 V has dimensions of 102mm x 58mm x 41mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.6") with a weight of 299 grams (0.66 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are utilising at the time. The following is a front view dimension comparison of the Galaxy Camera 3G and the RX100 V.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the Galaxy Camera 3G and RX100 V is 90 and 89 respectively.

In many cases, it is tough to imagine the gap between sensor dimensions simply by reviewing a spec sheet. The picture underneath will offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the Galaxy Camera 3G and RX100 V.

Clearly, both cameras feature different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The Galaxy Camera 3G featuring a tinier sensor is going to make shooting bokeh more challenging and the Sony RX100 V will offer extra detail having its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop photos way more aggressively. The more aged Galaxy Camera 3G is going to be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.