Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G vs Sony TX66
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Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G vs Sony TX66 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
- Revealed August 2012
(Full Review)
- 18MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3.3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 12800
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 26-130mm (F3.5-4.8) lens
- 109g - 93 x 54 x 13mm
- Launched February 2012
Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G vs Sony TX66 Overview
Lets take a closer look at the Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G vs Sony TX66, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Ultracompact by companies Samsung and Sony. The image resolution of the Galaxy Camera 3G (16MP) and the TX66 (18MP) is very similar and both cameras boast the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").
President Biden pushes bill mandating TikTok sale or banThe Galaxy Camera 3G was launched 7 months later than the TX66 so they are both of a similar generation. Both of the cameras have different body design with the Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G being a Compact camera and the Sony TX66 being a Ultracompact camera.
Before getting into a in-depth comparison, here is a short highlight of how the Galaxy Camera 3G grades versus the TX66 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G vs Sony TX66 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX66. The complete galleries are available at Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Gallery and Sony TX66 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G over the Sony TX66
Galaxy Camera 3G | TX66 | |||
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Launched | August 2012 | February 2012 | More recent by 7 months | |
Display dimensions | 4.8" | 3.3" | Larger display (+1.5") |
Reasons to pick Sony TX66 over the Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G
TX66 | Galaxy Camera 3G | |||
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Focus manually | More precise focusing | |||
Display resolution | 1230k | 0k | Clearer display (+1230k dot) |
Common features in the Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G and Sony TX66
Galaxy Camera 3G | TX66 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Selfie screen | Neither provides selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly display | Easily navigate |
Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G vs Sony TX66 Physical Comparison
If you are going to lug around your camera often, you are going to need to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G provides external measurements 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 TX66 has dimensions of 93mm x 54mm x 13mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.5") and a weight of 109 grams (0.24 lbs).
See the Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G vs Sony TX66 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are working with during that time. Following is a front view dimensions comparison of the Galaxy Camera 3G vs the TX66.
Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Galaxy Camera 3G and TX66 is 90 and 97 respectively.
Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G vs Sony TX66 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it's hard to picture the contrast between sensor measurements purely by going over a spec sheet. The visual underneath may give you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the Galaxy Camera 3G and TX66.
As you can see, both of the cameras have the same sensor dimensions but different resolution. You should expect to see the Sony TX66 to offer more detail utilizing its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop photos a bit more aggressively. The more modern Galaxy Camera 3G provides a benefit when it comes to sensor innovation.
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Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G vs Sony TX66 Specifications
Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX66 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Samsung | Sony |
Model | Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX66 |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Ultracompact |
Revealed | 2012-08-29 | 2012-02-28 |
Body design | Compact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | 1.4GHz Quad-Core | BIONZ |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 18 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | - | 4896 x 3672 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 12800 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 23-481mm (20.9x) | 26-130mm (5.0x) |
Maximum aperture | - | f/3.5-4.8 |
Macro focus distance | - | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 4.8 inches | 3.3 inches |
Display resolution | 0k dot | 1,230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Display technology | 308 ppi, HD Super Clear Touch Display | XtraFine TruBlack OLED display |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | - | 30 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | - | 1/4000 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | - | 10.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | no built-in flash | 3.10 m |
Flash modes | no built-in flash | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync, Rear Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
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 (60 fps), 1440 x 1080 (60, 30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
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 lb) | 109 gr (0.24 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 129 x 71 x 19mm (5.1" x 2.8" x 0.7") | 93 x 54 x 13mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.5") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 form | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | - | NP-BN |
Self timer | - | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | micro SD/micro SDHC/micro SDXC | Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo/Pro-HG Duo, microSD/microSDHC |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Price at launch | $606 | $350 |