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Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G vs Sony RX1R II

Portability
90
Imaging
39
Features
44
Overall
41
Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G front
 
Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX1R II front
Portability
78
Imaging
76
Features
65
Overall
71

Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G vs Sony RX1R II Key Specs

Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G
(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
  • Introduced August 2012
Sony RX1R II
(Full Review)
  • 42MP - Full frame Sensor
  • 3" Tilting Screen
  • ISO 50 - 25600 (Raise to 102400)
  • No Anti-Alias Filter
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • 35mm (F2.0) lens
  • 507g - 113 x 65 x 72mm
  • Introduced October 2015
  • Previous Model is Sony RX1R
Photography Glossary

Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G vs Sony RX1R II Overview

The following is a thorough analysis of the Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G versus Sony RX1R II, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Large Sensor Compact by brands Samsung and Sony. There is a big difference between the sensor resolutions of the Galaxy Camera 3G (16MP) and RX1R II (42MP) and the Galaxy Camera 3G (1/2.3") and RX1R II (Full frame) have totally different sensor measurements.

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The Galaxy Camera 3G was introduced 4 years earlier than the RX1R II which is quite a big gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras have different body design with the Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G being a Compact camera and the Sony RX1R II being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before diving straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a simple summary of how the Galaxy Camera 3G matches up versus the RX1R II in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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Reasons to pick Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G over the Sony RX1R II

 Galaxy Camera 3G RX1R II 
Screen dimensions4.8"3"Bigger screen (+1.8")
Touch friendly screen Quickly navigate

Reasons to pick Sony RX1R II over the Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G

 RX1R II Galaxy Camera 3G 
IntroducedOctober 2015August 2012Newer by 38 months
Manual focus Dial exact focus
Screen typeTiltingFixed Tilting screen
Screen resolution1229k0kClearer screen (+1229k dot)

Common features in the Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G and Sony RX1R II

 Galaxy Camera 3G RX1R II 
Selfie screen Absent selfie screen

Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G vs Sony RX1R II Physical Comparison

In case you're planning to travel with your camera, you'll have to take into account its weight and volume. The Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G has got outer 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 RX1R II has sizing of 113mm x 65mm x 72mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 2.8") having a weight of 507 grams (1.12 lbs).

Check out the Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G versus Sony RX1R II in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you use at that time. Here is a front view measurements comparison of the Galaxy Camera 3G vs the RX1R II.

Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G vs Sony RX1R II size comparison

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the Galaxy Camera 3G and RX1R II is 90 and 78 respectively.

Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G vs Sony RX1R II top view buttons comparison

Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G vs Sony RX1R II Sensor Comparison

Usually, it's tough to see the contrast between sensor dimensions just by reviewing specs. The image below might provide you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the Galaxy Camera 3G and RX1R II.

All in all, both of those cameras provide different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The Galaxy Camera 3G having a tinier sensor will make getting shallower DOF more challenging and the Sony RX1R II will offer you more detail using its extra 26MP. Higher resolution can also let you crop pictures more aggressively. The more aged Galaxy Camera 3G is going to be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.

Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G vs Sony RX1R II sensor size comparison

Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G vs Sony RX1R II Screen and ViewFinder

Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G vs Sony RX1R II Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G as a Portrait photography camera
Sony RX1R II as a Portrait photography camera
30
MP count decent (16MP)
lack of manual focus
manual exposure not possible
no external flash support
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
has no RAW files
85
has manual focus
above average flash sync speed (1/4,000s)
amazing resolution (42 megapixels)
sensor size is big (Full frame)
includes face detection autofocus
saves RAW files
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Street Comparison

Street photography with Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G
Street photography with Sony RX1R II
61
image stabilization (Optical)
lighter than competitors in class (305 grams)
no articulating screen
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
has no RAW files
73
has a tilting screen
sensor size is big (Full frame)
saves RAW files
above average ISO range (25,600)
no image stabilization
more heavy than competitors in class (507 grams)
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Sports Comparison

Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G as a Sports photography camera
Sony RX1R II as a Sports photography camera
44
excellent zoom range (23-481mm 20.9 x zoom)
image stabilization (Optical)
MP count decent (16 megapixels)
no shutter priority
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
has no phase detect autofocus
63
amazing resolution (42MP)
sensor size is big (Full frame)
includes tracking autofocus
sensor has phase detect autofocus
fixed focal length (35mm)
low frames per second (5.0 fps)
no image stabilization
low battery (220 CIPA)
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Travel Comparison

Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Travel photography advice
Sony RX1R II Travel photography advice
72
lighter than competitors in class (305g)
MP count decent (16MP)
really wide (23mm)
very long zoom (481mm)
good maximum aperture (f)
doesn't have Timelapse mode
screen isn't selfie friendly
59
amazing resolution (42 megapixels)
fast max aperture (f2.0)
lack of Timelapse function
low battery (220 per charge)
more heavy than competitors in class (507g)
display isn't selfie friendly
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Landscape Comparison

Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Landscape photography information
Sony RX1R II Landscape photography information
47
really wide (23mm)
good maximum aperture (f)
lovely big screen (4.8")
image stabilization (Optical)
MP count decent (16 megapixels)
lack of manual focus
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
manual exposure not possible
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
has no RAW files
doesn't have Timelapse mode
68
has manual focus
fast max aperture (f2.0)
pretty good screen size (3 inches)
amazing resolution (42MP)
sensor size is big (Full frame)
no anti aliasing filter
above average ISO range (25,600)
saves RAW files
cannot swap lens (fixed lens mount)
fixed focal length (35mm)
no image stabilization
low battery (220 per charge)
lack of Timelapse function
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Vlogging Comparison

Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Vlogging details
Sony RX1R II Vlogging details
36
really wide (23mm)
good maximum aperture (f)
touchscreen enabled
image stabilization (Optical)
video resolution high (1920 x 1080 pixels)
lighter than competitors in class (305g)
screen isn't selfie friendly
doesn't have microphone jack
34
fast max aperture (f2.0)
includes face detection autofocus
good video quality (1920 x 1080 pxls)
includes external microphone socket
display isn't selfie friendly
no image stabilization
more heavy than competitors in class (507 grams)
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Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G vs Sony RX1R II Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G and Sony RX1R II
 Samsung Galaxy Camera 3GSony Cyber-shot DSC-RX1R II
General Information
Brand Name Samsung Sony
Model Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX1R II
Class Small Sensor Superzoom Large Sensor Compact
Introduced 2012-08-29 2015-10-13
Physical type Compact Large Sensor Compact
Sensor Information
Powered by 1.4GHz Quad-Core BIONZ X
Sensor type BSI-CMOS BSI-CMOS
Sensor size 1/2.3" Full frame
Sensor measurements 6.17 x 4.55mm 35.9 x 24mm
Sensor area 28.1mm² 861.6mm²
Sensor resolution 16MP 42MP
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio - 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9
Maximum resolution - 7952 x 5304
Maximum native ISO 3200 25600
Maximum boosted ISO - 102400
Min native ISO 100 50
RAW images
Autofocusing
Manual focus
Autofocus touch
Continuous autofocus
Autofocus single
Tracking autofocus
Autofocus selectice
Autofocus center weighted
Autofocus multi area
Live view autofocus
Face detect focus
Contract detect focus
Phase detect focus
Number of focus points - 25
Lens
Lens mount fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range 23-481mm (20.9x) 35mm (1x)
Maximum aperture - f/2.0
Macro focus range - 14cm
Focal length multiplier 5.8 1
Screen
Type of display Fixed Type Tilting
Display size 4.8 inch 3 inch
Display resolution 0k dots 1,229k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch screen
Display tech 308 ppi, HD Super Clear Touch Display -
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None Electronic
Viewfinder resolution - 2,359k dots
Viewfinder coverage - 100 percent
Viewfinder magnification - 0.74x
Features
Slowest shutter speed - 30 seconds
Maximum shutter speed - 1/4000 seconds
Continuous shooting rate - 5.0fps
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Exposure compensation - Yes
Change white balance
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash range no built-in flash no built-in flash
Flash modes no built-in flash Off, auto, fill flash, slow sync, rear sync, wireless
Hot shoe
AE bracketing
White balance bracketing
Maximum flash synchronize - 1/4000 seconds
Exposure
Multisegment exposure
Average exposure
Spot exposure
Partial exposure
AF area exposure
Center weighted exposure
Video features
Supported video resolutions 1920 x 1080 1920 x 1080 (60p, 60i, 30p, 24p), 1280 x 720 (120p, 30p)
Maximum video resolution 1920x1080 1920x1080
Video file format MPEG-4, H.264 MPEG-4, AVCHD, XAVC S, H.264
Microphone port
Headphone port
Connectivity
Wireless Built-In Built-In
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 pounds) 507 gr (1.12 pounds)
Physical dimensions 129 x 71 x 19mm (5.1" x 2.8" x 0.7") 113 x 65 x 72mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 2.8")
DXO scores
DXO All around score not tested 97
DXO Color Depth score not tested 25.8
DXO Dynamic range score not tested 13.9
DXO Low light score not tested 3204
Other
Battery life - 220 pictures
Battery type - Battery Pack
Battery model - NP-BX1
Self timer - Yes (2,5, 10 sec)
Time lapse feature
Storage type micro SD/micro SDHC/micro SDXC SD/SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Pro Duo
Card slots Single Single
Cost at launch $606 $3,300