Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G vs Sony S980

Below, we will be matching up the Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G and Sony S980, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Samsung and Sony. There is a sizeable difference among the sensor resolutions of the Galaxy Camera 3G (16MP) and S980 (12MP) but they feature the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The Galaxy Camera 3G was introduced 3 years after the S980 which is a fairly large gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving straight into a full comparison, below is a brief summary of how the Galaxy Camera 3G matches up vs the S980 for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S980. The whole galleries are provided at Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Gallery and Sony S980 Gallery.

When you are looking to carry around your camera regularly, you will want to factor in its weight and proportions. The Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G features physical dimensions of 129mm x 71mm x 19mm (5.1" x 2.8" x 0.7") having a weight of 305 grams (0.67 lbs) whilst the Sony S980 has measurements of 93mm x 56mm x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") along with a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).

Take a look at the Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G and Sony S980 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are utilising at the time. Below is the front view dimension comparison of the Galaxy Camera 3G against the S980.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the Galaxy Camera 3G and S980 is 90 and 94 respectively.

Oftentimes, it's difficult to see the gap in sensor sizes only by looking through specs. The image here should offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the Galaxy Camera 3G and S980.

As you can plainly see, both the cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same MP. You should expect the Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G to render extra detail using its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will help you crop photographs somewhat more aggressively. The fresher Galaxy Camera 3G will have a benefit in sensor tech.