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Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G vs Sony WX150

Portability
90
Imaging
39
Features
44
Overall
41
Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G front
 
Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX150 front
Portability
95
Imaging
42
Features
43
Overall
42

Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G vs Sony WX150 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 WX150
(Full Review)
  • 18MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 100 - 12800
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • 25-250mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
  • 133g - 95 x 56 x 22mm
  • Announced February 2012
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Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G vs Sony WX150 Overview

Its time to look more in depth at the Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G vs Sony WX150, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors Samsung and Sony. The image resolution of the Galaxy Camera 3G (16MP) and the WX150 (18MP) is relatively comparable and both cameras posses the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The Galaxy Camera 3G was launched 7 months after the WX150 and they are of a similar generation. Both the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before we go right into a detailed comparison, here is a brief synopsis of how the Galaxy Camera 3G grades vs the WX150 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

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Reasons to pick Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G over the Sony WX150

 Galaxy Camera 3G WX150 
AnnouncedAugust 2012February 2012More modern by 7 months
Screen dimensions4.8"3"Bigger screen (+1.8")
Touch friendly screen Quickly navigate

Reasons to pick Sony WX150 over the Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G

 WX150 Galaxy Camera 3G 
Screen resolution461k0kClearer screen (+461k dot)

Common features in the Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G and Sony WX150

 Galaxy Camera 3G WX150 
Manually focus No manual focus
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Selfie screen Neither features selfie screen

Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G vs Sony WX150 Physical Comparison

If you are planning to carry around your camera regularly, you will have to think about its weight and proportions. The Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G enjoys exterior dimensions of 129mm x 71mm x 19mm (5.1" x 2.8" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 305 grams (0.67 lbs) whilst the Sony WX150 has measurements of 95mm x 56mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") and a weight of 133 grams (0.29 lbs).

Look at the Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G vs Sony WX150 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you have attached during that time. The following is a front view dimensions comparison of the Galaxy Camera 3G versus the WX150.

Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G vs Sony WX150 size comparison

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the Galaxy Camera 3G and WX150 is 90 and 95 respectively.

Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G vs Sony WX150 top view buttons comparison

Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G vs Sony WX150 Sensor Comparison

Oftentimes, it is difficult to envision the difference in sensor sizes merely by checking out specs. The picture below should provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the Galaxy Camera 3G and WX150.

As you can plainly see, each of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same megapixels. You should count on the Sony WX150 to show greater detail utilizing its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will allow you to crop shots more aggressively. The more recent Galaxy Camera 3G will have a benefit with regard to sensor tech.

Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G vs Sony WX150 sensor size comparison

Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G vs Sony WX150 Screen and ViewFinder

Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G vs Sony WX150 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G as a Portrait photography camera
Sony WX150 as a Portrait photography camera
30
resolution is good (16MP)
focusing manually not possible
no manual mode
can't use external flash
sensor is small (1/2.3")
lack of RAW support
38
decent MP (18 megapixels)
supports face detect autofocus
focusing manually not possible
cannot use external flash
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
has no RAW files
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Street Comparison

Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G as a Street photography camera
Sony WX150 as a Street photography camera
61
built in image stabilization (Optical)
lighter than others in class (305g)
screen is fixed
sensor is small (1/2.3")
lack of RAW support
64
built in image stabilization (Optical)
lighter than others (133g)
screen is fixed
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
has no RAW files
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Sports Comparison

Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G as a Sports photography camera
Sony WX150 as a Sports photography camera
44
incredible zoom range (23-481mm 20.9 x zoom)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
resolution is good (16 megapixels)
no shutter priority
sensor is small (1/2.3")
lack of phase detect auto focus
46
built in image stabilization (Optical)
decent MP (18 megapixels)
supports tracking focus
no shutter priority
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
has no phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Travel photography information
Sony WX150 Travel photography information
72
lighter than others in class (305 grams)
resolution is good (16 megapixels)
relatively wide (23mm)
very long reach (481mm)
great max aperture (f)
does not have Timelapse recording
does not posses selfie friendly display
71
lighter than others (133g)
decent MP (18MP)
flash built-in
rather wide (25mm)
long reach (250mm)
lack of Timelapse mode
does not have selfie friendly screen
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.3)
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Landscape Comparison

Landscape photography with Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G
Landscape photography with Sony WX150
47
relatively wide (23mm)
great max aperture (f)
very good size screen (4.8")
built in image stabilization (Optical)
resolution is good (16MP)
focusing manually not possible
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
no manual mode
sensor is small (1/2.3")
lack of RAW support
does not have Timelapse recording
46
rather wide (25mm)
screen size is decent (3")
built in image stabilization (Optical)
decent MP (18MP)
focusing manually not possible
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.3)
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
has no RAW files
lack of Timelapse mode
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Vlogging Comparison

Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Vlogging highlights
Sony WX150 Vlogging highlights
36
relatively wide (23mm)
great max aperture (f)
touchscreen capability
built in image stabilization (Optical)
video res high (1920 x 1080 resolution)
lighter than others in class (305g)
does not posses selfie friendly display
does not have external microphone support
35
rather wide (25mm)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
supports face detect autofocus
high video quality (1920 x 1080 resolution)
lighter than others (133 grams)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.3)
does not have selfie friendly screen
lack of microphone jack
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Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G vs Sony WX150 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G and Sony WX150
 Samsung Galaxy Camera 3GSony Cyber-shot DSC-WX150
General Information
Manufacturer Samsung Sony
Model type Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX150
Type Small Sensor Superzoom Small Sensor Compact
Introduced 2012-08-29 2012-02-28
Body design Compact Compact
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 area 28.1mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 16 megapixel 18 megapixel
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio - 4:3 and 16:9
Max resolution - 4896 x 3672
Max native ISO 3200 12800
Lowest native ISO 100 100
RAW format
Autofocusing
Focus manually
AF touch
Continuous AF
Single AF
AF tracking
Selective AF
Center weighted AF
AF multi area
AF live view
Face detection AF
Contract detection AF
Phase detection AF
Total focus points - 9
Lens
Lens support fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 23-481mm (20.9x) 25-250mm (10.0x)
Highest aperture - f/3.3-5.9
Macro focusing range - 5cm
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.8
Screen
Screen type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen diagonal 4.8 inch 3 inch
Screen resolution 0 thousand dot 461 thousand dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch screen
Screen tech 308 ppi, HD Super Clear Touch Display ClearPhoto TFT LCD display
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Min shutter speed - 30 secs
Max shutter speed - 1/1600 secs
Continuous shutter speed - 10.0 frames per sec
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Exposure compensation - Yes
Change WB
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash distance no built-in flash 3.70 m
Flash settings no built-in flash Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync
External flash
AE bracketing
White balance bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment
Average
Spot
Partial
AF area
Center weighted
Video features
Video resolutions 1920 x 1080 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1440 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps)
Max video resolution 1920x1080 1920x1080
Video 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
Environmental seal
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 305 grams (0.67 lb) 133 grams (0.29 lb)
Physical dimensions 129 x 71 x 19mm (5.1" x 2.8" x 0.7") 95 x 56 x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9")
DXO scores
DXO Overall 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 shots
Battery format - Battery Pack
Battery ID - NP-BN
Self timer - Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2)
Time lapse shooting
Type of storage micro SD/micro SDHC/micro SDXC SD/SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo/Pro-HG Duo
Storage slots One One
Launch price $606 $300