Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G vs Sony RX1R
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Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G vs Sony RX1R Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 4.8" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 23-481mm (F) lens
- 305g - 129 x 71 x 19mm
- Released August 2012
(Full Review)
- 24MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 25600
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 35mm (F2.0) lens
- 482g - 113 x 65 x 70mm
- Introduced June 2013
- Updated by Sony RX1R II
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Following is a complete review of the Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G and Sony RX1R, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Large Sensor Compact by rivals Samsung and Sony. There is a noticeable difference between the image resolutions of the Galaxy Camera 3G (16MP) and RX1R (24MP) and the Galaxy Camera 3G (1/2.3") and RX1R (Full frame) possess different sensor size.
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD CardsThe Galaxy Camera 3G was manufactured 10 months before the RX1R so they are of a similar age. Both the cameras come with different body type with the Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G being a Compact camera and the Sony RX1R being a Large Sensor Compact camera.
Before getting straight into a step-by-step comparison, below is a simple summary of how the Galaxy Camera 3G grades versus the RX1R when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
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Reasons to pick Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G over the Sony RX1R
| Galaxy Camera 3G | RX1R | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Display dimension | 4.8" |  | 3" | Larger display (+1.8") |
| Touch friendly display |  | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Sony RX1R over the Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G
| RX1R | Galaxy Camera 3G | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Introduced | June 2013 |  | August 2012 | More modern by 10 months |
| Manual focus |  | Very accurate focusing | ||
| Display resolution | 1229k |  | 0k | Crisper display (+1229k dot) |
Common features in the Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G and Sony RX1R
| Galaxy Camera 3G | RX1R | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Display type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed display |
| Selfie screen |  | Neither comes with selfie screen |
Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G vs Sony RX1R Physical Comparison
When you are aiming to carry around your camera regularly, you are going to need to factor its weight and proportions. The Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G comes with exterior measurements of 129mm x 71mm x 19mm (5.1" x 2.8" x 0.7") and a weight of 305 grams (0.67 lbs) and the Sony RX1R has measurements of 113mm x 65mm x 70mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 2.8") accompanied by a weight of 482 grams (1.06 lbs).
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Take into account, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you use at that moment. Following is the front view over all size comparison of the Galaxy Camera 3G vs the RX1R.
Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the Galaxy Camera 3G and RX1R is 90 and 79 respectively.
Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G vs Sony RX1R Sensor Comparison
Often, it's tough to picture the contrast between sensor sizes just by reviewing a spec sheet. The image underneath might provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the Galaxy Camera 3G and RX1R.
Clearly, both cameras posses different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The Galaxy Camera 3G because of its tinier sensor is going to make shooting shallower depth of field more challenging and the Sony RX1R will offer greater detail due to its extra 8 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also make it easier to crop images somewhat more aggressively. The more aged Galaxy Camera 3G is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.
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Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G vs Sony RX1R Specifications
| Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX1R | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Make | Samsung | Sony |
| Model | Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX1R |
| Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Large Sensor Compact |
| Released | 2012-08-29 | 2013-06-26 |
| Physical type | Compact | Large Sensor Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Processor | 1.4GHz Quad-Core | - |
| Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CMOS |
| Sensor size | 1/2.3" | Full frame |
| Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 35.8 x 23.9mm |
| Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 855.6mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 24 megapixel |
| Anti aliasing filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | - | 3:2 and 16:9 |
| Full resolution | - | 6000 x 4000 |
| Max native ISO | 3200 | 25600 |
| Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
| RAW pictures | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Focus manually | ||
| Autofocus touch | ||
| Continuous autofocus | ||
| Autofocus single | ||
| Autofocus tracking | ||
| Selective autofocus | ||
| Autofocus center weighted | ||
| Autofocus multi area | ||
| Autofocus live view | ||
| Face detect focus | ||
| Contract detect focus | ||
| Phase detect focus | ||
| Number of focus points | - | 25 |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens focal range | 23-481mm (20.9x) | 35mm (1x) |
| Largest aperture | - | f/2.0 |
| Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 1 |
| Screen | ||
| Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Display sizing | 4.8" | 3" |
| Resolution of display | 0 thousand dots | 1,229 thousand dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch operation | ||
| Display tech | 308 ppi, HD Super Clear Touch Display | Xtra FineTFT LCD |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder type | None | Electronic and Optical (optional) |
| Features | ||
| Slowest shutter speed | - | 30 seconds |
| Maximum shutter speed | - | 1/4000 seconds |
| Continuous shooting rate | - | 5.0 frames per sec |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manually set exposure | ||
| Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
| Custom white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Built-in flash | ||
| Flash range | no built-in flash | 6.00 m |
| Flash modes | no built-in flash | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync, Rear Sync, Wireless |
| Hot shoe | ||
| AEB | ||
| White balance bracketing | ||
| Maximum flash synchronize | - | 1/4000 seconds |
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment | ||
| Average | ||
| Spot | ||
| Partial | ||
| AF area | ||
| Center weighted | ||
| Video features | ||
| Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 | 1920 x 1080 (60, 50, 25, 24 fps), 1440 x 1080 (30, 25 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 25 fps) |
| Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
| Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
| Microphone port | ||
| Headphone port | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | Built-In | Eye-Fi Connected |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | none | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| GPS | BuiltIn | None |
| Physical | ||
| Environmental sealing | ||
| Water proof | ||
| Dust proof | ||
| Shock proof | ||
| Crush proof | ||
| Freeze proof | ||
| Weight | 305 gr (0.67 lb) | 482 gr (1.06 lb) |
| Dimensions | 129 x 71 x 19mm (5.1" x 2.8" x 0.7") | 113 x 65 x 70mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 2.8") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO All around score | not tested | 91 |
| DXO Color Depth score | not tested | 25.0 |
| DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | 13.6 |
| DXO Low light score | not tested | 2537 |
| Other | ||
| Battery life | - | 270 photographs |
| Battery type | - | Battery Pack |
| Battery model | - | NP-BX1 |
| Self timer | - | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
| Time lapse shooting | ||
| Type of storage | micro SD/micro SDHC/micro SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo/Pro-HG Duo |
| Card slots | One | One |
| Pricing at launch | $606 | $2,798 |