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Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G vs Sony W710

Portability
90
Imaging
40
Features
44
Overall
41
Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G front
 
Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W710 front
Portability
96
Imaging
40
Features
33
Overall
37

Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G vs Sony W710 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
  • Introduced August 2012
Sony W710
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Display
  • ISO 100 - 3200
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 28-140mm (F3.2-6.5) lens
  • 114g - 97 x 55 x 20mm
  • Launched January 2013
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Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G vs Sony W710 Overview

Below is a complete review of the Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G vs Sony W710, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Samsung and Sony. The image resolution of the Galaxy Camera 3G (16MP) and the W710 (16MP) is fairly comparable and they possess the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The Galaxy Camera 3G was manufactured 4 months prior to the W710 and they are both of a similar generation. The two cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving in to a in depth comparison, below is a brief summation of how the Galaxy Camera 3G scores against the W710 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

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Reasons to pick Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G over the Sony W710

 Galaxy Camera 3G W710 
Display sizing4.8"2.7"Larger display (+2.1")

Reasons to pick Sony W710 over the Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G

 W710 Galaxy Camera 3G 
Display resolution230k0kSharper display (+230k dot)

Common features in the Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G and Sony W710

 Galaxy Camera 3G W710 
LaunchedAugust 2012January 2013Same generation
Manual focus Lack of manual focusing
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Selfie screen Missing selfie screen
Touch display Easily navigate

Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G vs Sony W710 Physical Comparison

If you are aiming to lug around your camera frequently, you will want to take into account its weight and size. The Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G has physical dimensions of 129mm x 71mm x 19mm (5.1" x 2.8" x 0.7") along with a weight of 305 grams (0.67 lbs) and the Sony W710 has specifications of 97mm x 55mm x 20mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.8") along with a weight of 114 grams (0.25 lbs).

Take a look at the Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G vs Sony W710 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you select at the time. Underneath is the front view scale comparison of the Galaxy Camera 3G against the W710.

Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G vs Sony W710 size comparison

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the Galaxy Camera 3G and W710 is 90 and 96 respectively.

Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G vs Sony W710 top view buttons comparison

Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G vs Sony W710 Sensor Comparison

Usually, it is very hard to picture the contrast in sensor measurements purely by going through technical specs. The photograph underneath may provide you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the Galaxy Camera 3G and W710.

As you have seen, both of these cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the exact same megapixels and you should expect comparable quality of photos however you will want to consider the release date of the cameras into account.

Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G vs Sony W710 sensor size comparison

Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G vs Sony W710 Screen and ViewFinder

Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G vs Sony W710 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G as a Portrait photography camera
Sony W710 as a Portrait photography camera
30
good MP (16 megapixels)
manual focus not available
lack of manual mode
can't use external flash
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
lack of RAW format
35
decent megapixels (16 megapixels)
offers face detect focusing
lack of manual focus
no manual control
external flash not possible
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
lack of RAW files
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Street Comparison

Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Street photography advice
Sony W710 Street photography advice
61
has image stabilization (Optical)
lighter than competition (305g)
no articulating screen
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
lack of RAW format
67
built in image stabilization (Optical)
includes focus by touch
lighter than competition (114g)
screen does not articulate
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
lack of RAW files
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Sports Comparison

Sports photography with Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G
Sports photography with Sony W710
45
incredible zoom range (23-481mm 20.9 x zoom)
has image stabilization (Optical)
good MP (16 megapixels)
no shutter priority mode
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
lack of phase detect auto focus
41
built in image stabilization (Optical)
decent megapixels (16MP)
offers tracking focus
continuous shooting slow (1.0 frames/s)
no shutter priority mode
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
lack of phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Travel photography highlights
Sony W710 Travel photography highlights
72
lighter than competition (305g)
good MP (16 megapixels)
quite wide (23mm)
very long reach (481mm)
very good maximum aperture (f)
doesn't have Time Lapse mode
does not have selfie friendly display
71
lighter than competition (114g)
includes focus by touch
decent megapixels (16MP)
built-in flash
really wide (28mm)
does not have Timelapse function
screen is not selfie friendly
slow maximum aperture (f3.2)
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Landscape Comparison

Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Landscape photography features
Sony W710 Landscape photography features
47
quite wide (23mm)
very good maximum aperture (f)
big screen (4.8 inches)
has image stabilization (Optical)
good MP (16 megapixels)
manual focus not available
can't swap lens (fixed lens mount)
lack of manual mode
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
lack of RAW format
doesn't have Time Lapse mode
39
really wide (28mm)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
decent megapixels (16MP)
lack of manual focus
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
slow maximum aperture (f3.2)
small screen (2.7")
no manual control
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
lack of RAW files
does not have Timelapse function
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Vlogging Comparison

Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Vlogging advice
Sony W710 Vlogging advice
37
quite wide (23mm)
very good maximum aperture (f)
touchscreen
has image stabilization (Optical)
video resolution high (1920 x 1080 resolution)
lighter than competition (305 grams)
does not have selfie friendly display
doesn't have external mic port
34
really wide (28mm)
touchscreen functionality
built in image stabilization (Optical)
offers face detect focusing
lighter than competition (114g)
slow maximum aperture (f3.2)
screen is not selfie friendly
video res low (1280 x 720 resolution)
does not have microphone jack
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Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G vs Sony W710 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G and Sony W710
 Samsung Galaxy Camera 3GSony Cyber-shot DSC-W710
General Information
Company Samsung Sony
Model type Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W710
Class Small Sensor Superzoom Small Sensor Compact
Introduced 2012-08-29 2013-01-08
Body design Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Processor 1.4GHz Quad-Core -
Sensor type BSI-CMOS CCD
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 16MP 16MP
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio - 4:3 and 16:9
Full resolution - 4608 x 3456
Max native ISO 3200 3200
Min native ISO 100 100
RAW support
Autofocusing
Focus manually
AF touch
Continuous AF
Single AF
AF tracking
AF selectice
Center weighted AF
AF multi area
Live view AF
Face detection AF
Contract detection AF
Phase detection AF
Cross type focus points - -
Lens
Lens support fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 23-481mm (20.9x) 28-140mm (5.0x)
Max aperture - f/3.2-6.5
Macro focusing distance - 10cm
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.8
Screen
Screen type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen size 4.8" 2.7"
Resolution of screen 0 thousand dot 230 thousand dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch capability
Screen tech 308 ppi, HD Super Clear Touch Display TFT LCD display
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Lowest shutter speed - 2 secs
Highest shutter speed - 1/2000 secs
Continuous shooting speed - 1.0fps
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Custom WB
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash distance no built-in flash 2.80 m
Flash modes no built-in flash Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync, Advanced Flash
External flash
AE 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 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps)
Max video resolution 1920x1080 1280x720
Video data format MPEG-4, H.264 MPEG-4, AVCHD
Microphone input
Headphone input
Connectivity
Wireless Built-In None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB none USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS BuiltIn None
Physical
Environmental seal
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 305 gr (0.67 pounds) 114 gr (0.25 pounds)
Dimensions 129 x 71 x 19mm (5.1" x 2.8" x 0.7") 97 x 55 x 20mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.8")
DXO scores
DXO All around rating not tested not tested
DXO Color Depth rating not tested not tested
DXO Dynamic range rating not tested not tested
DXO Low light rating not tested not tested
Other
Battery life - 240 pictures
Battery format - Battery Pack
Battery ID - NP-BN
Self timer - Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2)
Time lapse recording
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 One One
Launch cost $606 $90