Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G vs Sony RX100 VII

Let's take a closer look at the Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G versus Sony RX100 VII, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Large Sensor Compact by brands Samsung and Sony. The resolution of the Galaxy Camera 3G (16MP) and the RX100 VII (20MP) is relatively well matched but the Galaxy Camera 3G (1/2.3") and RX100 VII (1") feature totally different sensor measurements.

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The Galaxy Camera 3G was announced 8 years before the RX100 VII which is quite a large gap 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 RX100 VII being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before getting through a step-by-step comparison, below is a short summation of how the Galaxy Camera 3G scores versus the RX100 VII in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 VII. The whole galleries are provided at Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Gallery and Sony RX100 VII Gallery.

If you're going to travel with your camera frequently, you need to consider its weight and dimensions. The Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G has exterior dimensions of 129mm x 71mm x 19mm (5.1" x 2.8" x 0.7") with a weight of 305 grams (0.67 lbs) whilst the Sony RX100 VII has dimensions of 102mm x 58mm x 43mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.7") having a weight of 302 grams (0.67 lbs).

Check the Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G versus Sony RX100 VII in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are using during that time. The following is the front view proportions comparison of the Galaxy Camera 3G compared to the RX100 VII.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Galaxy Camera 3G and RX100 VII is 90 and 88 respectively.

Sometimes, it is difficult to envision the gap between sensor dimensions only by checking specifications. The image below might offer you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the Galaxy Camera 3G and RX100 VII.

Plainly, each of these cameras offer different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The Galaxy Camera 3G having a tinier sensor will make shooting shallow DOF more challenging and the Sony RX100 VII will give greater detail with its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also help you crop shots a little more aggressively. The more aged Galaxy Camera 3G is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.