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Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G vs Sony TX20

Portability
90
Imaging
39
Features
44
Overall
41
Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G front
 
Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX20 front
Portability
96
Imaging
39
Features
50
Overall
43

Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G vs Sony TX20 Key Specs

Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 4.8" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 100 - 3200
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • 23-481mm (F) lens
  • 305g - 129 x 71 x 19mm
  • Announced August 2012
Sony TX20
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 125 - 3200
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • 25-100mm (F3.5-4.6) lens
  • 133g - 96 x 56 x 18mm
  • Launched February 2012
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Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G vs Sony TX20 Overview

In this write-up, we will be evaluating the Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G and Sony TX20, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Ultracompact by competitors Samsung and Sony. The resolution of the Galaxy Camera 3G (16MP) and the TX20 (16MP) is relatively similar and they come with the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The Galaxy Camera 3G was released 7 months after the TX20 so they are of a similar generation. The two cameras offer different body type with the Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G being a Compact camera and the Sony TX20 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before going straight into a in depth comparison, below is a brief summation of how the Galaxy Camera 3G grades versus the TX20 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

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Reasons to pick Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G over the Sony TX20

 Galaxy Camera 3G TX20 
LaunchedAugust 2012February 2012More modern by 7 months
Screen sizing4.8"3"Bigger screen (+1.8")

Reasons to pick Sony TX20 over the Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G

 TX20 Galaxy Camera 3G 
Manual focus Dial precise focusing
Screen resolution922k0kCrisper screen (+922k dot)

Common features in the Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G and Sony TX20

 Galaxy Camera 3G TX20 
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Selfie screen Neither features selfie screen
Touch screen Quickly navigate

Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G vs Sony TX20 Physical Comparison

If you are intending to carry around your camera regularly, you should think about its weight and size. The Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G enjoys external measurements of 129mm x 71mm x 19mm (5.1" x 2.8" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 305 grams (0.67 lbs) while the Sony TX20 has specifications of 96mm x 56mm x 18mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") with a weight of 133 grams (0.29 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are using at that time. Underneath is the front view dimensions comparison of the Galaxy Camera 3G versus the TX20.

Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G vs Sony TX20 size comparison

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Galaxy Camera 3G and TX20 is 90 and 96 respectively.

Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G vs Sony TX20 top view buttons comparison

Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G vs Sony TX20 Sensor Comparison

Sometimes, it's difficult to visualise the difference between sensor sizes simply by reading specifications. The image below may provide you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the Galaxy Camera 3G and TX20.

To sum up, both cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the identical resolution so you should expect similar quality of photographs though you will need to take the release date of the products into consideration. The newer Galaxy Camera 3G will have a benefit in sensor technology.

Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G vs Sony TX20 sensor size comparison

Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G vs Sony TX20 Screen and ViewFinder

Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G vs Sony TX20 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
Photography Glossary

Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Portrait photography info
Sony TX20 Portrait photography info
30
megapixel count decent (16 megapixels)
focusing manually not possible
no manual exposure
can't use external flash
sensor is small (1/2.3")
lack of RAW files
40
has manual focus
decent MP (16MP)
offers face detect autofocus
no manual control
can't use external flash
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
lack of RAW files
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Street Comparison

Street photography with Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G
Street photography with Sony TX20
61
built in image stabilization (Optical)
lighter than average (305 grams)
screen is fixed
sensor is small (1/2.3")
lack of RAW files
67
image stabilization (Optical)
includes focus by touch
weather proof
screen does not articulate
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
lack of RAW files
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Sports Comparison

Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Sports photography advice
Sony TX20 Sports photography advice
44
great zoom range (23-481mm 20.9 x zoom)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
megapixel count decent (16MP)
lack of shutter priority mode
sensor is small (1/2.3")
lack of phase detect AF
50
image stabilization (Optical)
decent MP (16 megapixels)
offers tracking focus
weather proof
good battery pack (250 CIPA)
no shutter priority
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
lack of phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G as a Travel photography camera
Sony TX20 as a Travel photography camera
72
lighter than average (305g)
megapixel count decent (16MP)
really wide (23mm)
great zoom (481mm)
fast maximum aperture (f)
does not have Time Lapse mode
screen isn't selfie friendly
72
good battery pack (250 shots)
weather proof
includes focus by touch
decent MP (16MP)
flash built-in
really wide (25mm)
doesn't have Timelapse mode
does not have selfie friendly screen
slow maximum aperture (f3.5)
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Landscape Comparison

Landscape photography with Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G
Landscape photography with Sony TX20
47
really wide (23mm)
fast maximum aperture (f)
big screen (4.8 inch)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
megapixel count decent (16 megapixels)
focusing manually not possible
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
no manual exposure
sensor is small (1/2.3")
lack of RAW files
does not have Time Lapse mode
52
has manual focus
really wide (25mm)
nice screen size (3")
image stabilization (Optical)
decent MP (16 megapixels)
weather proof
good battery pack (250 shots)
cannot switch lenses (fixed lens mount)
slow maximum aperture (f3.5)
no manual control
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
lack of RAW files
doesn't have Timelapse mode
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Vlogging Comparison

Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Vlogging information
Sony TX20 Vlogging information
36
really wide (23mm)
fast maximum aperture (f)
touchscreen capability
built in image stabilization (Optical)
high quality video (1920 x 1080 resolution)
lighter than average (305 grams)
screen isn't selfie friendly
does not have external mic socket
35
really wide (25mm)
has touchscreen
image stabilization (Optical)
offers face detect autofocus
video resolution high (1920 x 1080 pixels)
slow maximum aperture (f3.5)
does not have selfie friendly screen
doesn't have microphone jack
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Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G vs Sony TX20 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G and Sony TX20
 Samsung Galaxy Camera 3GSony Cyber-shot DSC-TX20
General Information
Manufacturer Samsung Sony
Model Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX20
Class Small Sensor Superzoom Ultracompact
Announced 2012-08-29 2012-02-28
Body design Compact Ultracompact
Sensor Information
Processor Chip 1.4GHz Quad-Core BIONZ
Sensor type BSI-CMOS BSI-CMOS
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor measurements 6.17 x 4.55mm 6.17 x 4.55mm
Sensor surface area 28.1mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 16 megapixel 16 megapixel
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio - 4:3 and 16:9
Peak resolution - 4608 x 3456
Highest native ISO 3200 3200
Minimum native ISO 100 125
RAW support
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Touch to focus
Continuous AF
Single AF
Tracking AF
AF selectice
Center weighted AF
AF multi area
Live view AF
Face detection focusing
Contract detection focusing
Phase detection focusing
Cross focus points - -
Lens
Lens mount fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range 23-481mm (20.9x) 25-100mm (4.0x)
Maximum aperture - f/3.5-4.6
Macro focus range - 1cm
Crop factor 5.8 5.8
Screen
Screen type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen diagonal 4.8" 3"
Resolution of screen 0k dot 922k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch display
Screen tech 308 ppi, HD Super Clear Touch Display XtraFine TruBlack TFT LCD
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None None
Features
Min shutter speed - 4 secs
Max shutter speed - 1/1600 secs
Continuous shutter speed - 10.0 frames/s
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Set WB
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash range no built-in flash 3.70 m
Flash modes no built-in flash Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync
External flash
Auto exposure bracketing
White balance bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment metering
Average metering
Spot metering
Partial metering
AF area metering
Center weighted metering
Video features
Video resolutions 1920 x 1080 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1440 x 1080 (60, 30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps)
Highest video resolution 1920x1080 1920x1080
Video data format MPEG-4, H.264 MPEG-4, AVCHD
Microphone input
Headphone input
Connectivity
Wireless Built-In Eye-Fi Connected
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB none USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS BuiltIn None
Physical
Environment seal
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 305 gr (0.67 pounds) 133 gr (0.29 pounds)
Dimensions 129 x 71 x 19mm (5.1" x 2.8" x 0.7") 96 x 56 x 18mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7")
DXO scores
DXO Overall score not tested not tested
DXO Color Depth score not tested not tested
DXO Dynamic range score not tested not tested
DXO Low light score not tested not tested
Other
Battery life - 250 pictures
Battery format - Battery Pack
Battery model - NP-BN
Self timer - Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2)
Time lapse feature
Type of storage micro SD/micro SDHC/micro SDXC SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo
Storage slots 1 1
Launch pricing $606 $330