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Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G vs Sony WX300

Portability
90
Imaging
39
Features
44
Overall
41
Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G front
 
Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX300 front
Portability
94
Imaging
42
Features
38
Overall
40

Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G vs Sony WX300 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 WX300
(Full Review)
  • 18MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 80 - 3200
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • 25-500mm (F3.5-6.5) lens
  • 166g - 96 x 55 x 25mm
  • Announced February 2013
  • Successor is Sony WX350
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Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G vs Sony WX300 Overview

Here is a comprehensive review of the Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G versus Sony WX300, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by manufacturers Samsung and Sony. The image resolution of the Galaxy Camera 3G (16MP) and the WX300 (18MP) is pretty comparable and they use the exact same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The Galaxy Camera 3G was manufactured 5 months before the WX300 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Both cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving through a step-by-step comparison, below is a simple synopsis of how the Galaxy Camera 3G grades against the WX300 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

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Reasons to pick Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G over the Sony WX300

 Galaxy Camera 3G WX300 
Screen dimension4.8"3"Bigger screen (+1.8")
Touch screen Quickly navigate

Reasons to pick Sony WX300 over the Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G

 WX300 Galaxy Camera 3G 
Screen resolution460k0kClearer screen (+460k dot)

Common features in the Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G and Sony WX300

 Galaxy Camera 3G WX300 
AnnouncedAugust 2012February 2013Same generation
Manual focus Lack of manual focusing
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Selfie screen Lacking selfie screen

Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G vs Sony WX300 Physical Comparison

For anybody who is planning to carry your camera often, you'll have to consider its weight and volume. The Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G has exterior measurements of 129mm x 71mm x 19mm (5.1" x 2.8" x 0.7") along with a weight of 305 grams (0.67 lbs) while the Sony WX300 has sizing of 96mm x 55mm x 25mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.0") with a weight of 166 grams (0.37 lbs).

Contrast the Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G versus Sony WX300 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are utilising at that moment. Underneath is the front view measurement comparison of the Galaxy Camera 3G against the WX300.

Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G vs Sony WX300 size comparison

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Galaxy Camera 3G and WX300 is 90 and 94 respectively.

Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G vs Sony WX300 top view buttons comparison

Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G vs Sony WX300 Sensor Comparison

Sometimes, it is very tough to picture the difference in sensor sizing simply by seeing technical specs. The graphic underneath will help give you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the Galaxy Camera 3G and WX300.

As you can tell, both of those cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit different MP. You should expect the Sony WX300 to produce greater detail due to its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also let you crop shots much more aggressively.

Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G vs Sony WX300 sensor size comparison

Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G vs Sony WX300 Screen and ViewFinder

Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G vs Sony WX300 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Portrait photography information
Sony WX300 Portrait photography information
30
megapixel count good (16 megapixels)
no manual focus
manual exposure not available
no external flash support
very small sensor (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW format
36
decent sensor resolution (18MP)
includes face detect focus
manual focus not available
lack of manual exposure
can't use external flash
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
no RAW files
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Street Comparison

Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Street photography highlights
Sony WX300 Street photography highlights
61
image stabilization (Optical)
lighter than competition (305g)
fixed screen
very small sensor (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW format
63
has image stabilization (Optical)
lighter than competition (166g)
screen is fixed
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
no RAW files
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Sports Comparison

Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G as a Sports photography camera
Sony WX300 as a Sports photography camera
44
excellent zoom range (23-481mm 20.9 x zoom)
image stabilization (Optical)
megapixel count good (16MP)
lack of shutter priority mode
very small sensor (1/2.3")
doesn't have phase detect autofocus
49
excellent zoom range (25-500mm 20.0 x zoom)
has image stabilization (Optical)
decent sensor resolution (18MP)
includes tracking focus
lack of shutter priority mode
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
no phase detect auto focus
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Travel Comparison

Travel photography with Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G
Travel photography with Sony WX300
72
lighter than competition (305 grams)
megapixel count good (16 megapixels)
decently wide (23mm)
very long reach (481mm)
fast maximum aperture (f)
does not have Time Lapse recording
does not offer selfie friendly display
71
lighter than competition (166 grams)
decent sensor resolution (18MP)
flash built-in
rather wide (25mm)
great reach (500mm)
missing Timelapse function
screen is not selfie friendly
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.5)
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Landscape Comparison

Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Landscape photography factors
Sony WX300 Landscape photography factors
47
decently wide (23mm)
fast maximum aperture (f)
very good size screen (4.8")
image stabilization (Optical)
megapixel count good (16 megapixels)
no manual focus
can't swap lens (fixed lens mount)
manual exposure not available
very small sensor (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW format
does not have Time Lapse recording
44
rather wide (25mm)
nice screen size (3 inches)
has image stabilization (Optical)
decent sensor resolution (18 megapixels)
manual focus not available
can't swap lenses (fixed lens mount)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.5)
lack of manual exposure
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
no RAW files
missing Timelapse function
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Vlogging Comparison

Vlogging with Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G
Vlogging with Sony WX300
36
decently wide (23mm)
fast maximum aperture (f)
touch screen
image stabilization (Optical)
high quality video (1920 x 1080 pxls)
lighter than competition (305g)
does not offer selfie friendly display
does not have mic socket
35
rather wide (25mm)
has image stabilization (Optical)
includes face detect focus
high quality video (1920 x 1080 pixels)
lighter than competition (166g)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.5)
screen is not selfie friendly
missing microphone port
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Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G vs Sony WX300 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G and Sony WX300
 Samsung Galaxy Camera 3GSony Cyber-shot DSC-WX300
General Information
Manufacturer Samsung Sony
Model type Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX300
Type Small Sensor Superzoom Small Sensor Superzoom
Announced 2012-08-29 2013-02-20
Body design Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Processor 1.4GHz Quad-Core -
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 18 megapixel
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio - 4:3 and 16:9
Full resolution - 4896 x 3672
Max native ISO 3200 3200
Lowest native ISO 100 80
RAW images
Autofocusing
Manual focusing
Autofocus touch
Autofocus continuous
Autofocus single
Tracking autofocus
Selective autofocus
Center weighted autofocus
Multi area autofocus
Autofocus live view
Face detection autofocus
Contract detection autofocus
Phase detection autofocus
Cross type focus points - -
Lens
Lens support fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 23-481mm (20.9x) 25-500mm (20.0x)
Max aperture - f/3.5-6.5
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.8
Screen
Range of screen Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen size 4.8" 3"
Resolution of screen 0k dot 460k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch function
Screen tech 308 ppi, HD Super Clear Touch Display -
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Slowest shutter speed - 4 seconds
Maximum shutter speed - 1/1600 seconds
Continuous shooting speed - 10.0 frames per second
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Change white balance
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash distance no built-in flash 4.30 m
Flash options no built-in flash -
External flash
Auto exposure bracketing
WB 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, 50 fps)
Max video resolution 1920x1080 1920x1080
Video file format MPEG-4, H.264 AVCHD
Microphone jack
Headphone jack
Connectivity
Wireless Built-In Built-In
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 lbs) 166 grams (0.37 lbs)
Dimensions 129 x 71 x 19mm (5.1" x 2.8" x 0.7") 96 x 55 x 25mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.0")
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 ID - NP-BX1
Time lapse feature
Storage media micro SD/micro SDHC/micro SDXC SD/ SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Pro Duo/ Pro-HG Duo
Storage slots Single Single
Price at launch $606 $330