Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G vs Sony RX100 VA

Here, we will be analyzing the Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G and Sony RX100 VA, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Large Sensor Compact by manufacturers Samsung and Sony. The resolution of the Galaxy Camera 3G (16MP) and the RX100 VA (20MP) is relatively comparable but the Galaxy Camera 3G (1/2.3") and RX100 VA (1") provide different sensor sizing.

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The Galaxy Camera 3G was revealed 6 years prior to the RX100 VA which is a fairly significant difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of the cameras feature different body design with the Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G being a Compact camera and the Sony RX100 VA being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before delving straight to a full comparison, here is a simple summation of how the Galaxy Camera 3G matches up versus the RX100 VA for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 V(A). The full galleries are available at Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Gallery & Sony RX100 VA Gallery.

If you are planning to carry around your camera regularly, you need to consider its weight and measurements. The Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G offers exterior dimensions of 129mm x 71mm x 19mm (5.1" x 2.8" x 0.7") along with a weight of 305 grams (0.67 lbs) while the Sony RX100 VA has proportions of 102mm x 58mm x 41mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.6") having a weight of 299 grams (0.66 lbs).

See the Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G and Sony RX100 VA in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are employing at the time. The following is a front view scale comparison of the Galaxy Camera 3G against the RX100 VA.

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

Sometimes, its hard to imagine the difference in sensor sizes just by seeing specifications. The picture below may give you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the Galaxy Camera 3G and RX100 VA.

Plainly, both the cameras come with different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The Galaxy Camera 3G having a smaller sensor is going to make shooting shallower depth of field tougher and the Sony RX100 VA will produce greater detail because of its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will let you crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The more aged Galaxy Camera 3G will be behind with regard to sensor technology.