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Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G vs Sony A55

Portability
90
Imaging
39
Features
44
Overall
41
Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G front
 
Sony SLT-A55 front
Portability
67
Imaging
56
Features
80
Overall
65

Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G vs Sony A55 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
  • Revealed August 2012
Sony A55
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 3" Fully Articulated Screen
  • ISO 100 - 12800 (Boost to 25600)
  • Sensor based Image Stabilization
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • Sony/Minolta Alpha Mount
  • 500g - 124 x 92 x 85mm
  • Released August 2010
  • Replacement is Sony A57
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Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G vs Sony A55 Overview

Here is a in depth overview of the Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G vs Sony A55, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Entry-Level DSLR by brands Samsung and Sony. The image resolution of the Galaxy Camera 3G (16MP) and the A55 (16MP) is relatively comparable but the Galaxy Camera 3G (1/2.3") and A55 (APS-C) feature totally different sensor measurements.

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The Galaxy Camera 3G was introduced 2 years later than the A55 and that is a fairly serious difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of these cameras offer different body type with the Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G being a Compact camera and the Sony A55 being a Compact SLR camera.

Before delving through a step-by-step comparison, below is a simple introduction of how the Galaxy Camera 3G matches up vs the A55 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

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Reasons to pick Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G over the Sony A55

 Galaxy Camera 3G A55 
ReleasedAugust 2012August 2010Fresher by 25 months
Screen sizing4.8"3"Bigger screen (+1.8")
Touch friendly screen Quickly navigate

Reasons to pick Sony A55 over the Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G

 A55 Galaxy Camera 3G 
Manual focus Very exact focus
Screen typeFully ArticulatedFixed Fully Articulating screen
Screen resolution921k0kClearer screen (+921k dot)
Selfie screen Easy selfies

Common features in the Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G and Sony A55

 Galaxy Camera 3G A55 

Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G vs Sony A55 Physical Comparison

For anyone who is planning to carry your camera, you should take into account its weight and measurements. The Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G comes with external dimensions of 129mm x 71mm x 19mm (5.1" x 2.8" x 0.7") with a weight of 305 grams (0.67 lbs) while the Sony A55 has proportions of 124mm x 92mm x 85mm (4.9" x 3.6" x 3.3") accompanied by a weight of 500 grams (1.10 lbs).

Compare the Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G vs Sony A55 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Remember, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are using at the time. Below is the front view dimensions comparison of the Galaxy Camera 3G compared to the A55.

Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G vs Sony A55 size comparison

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the Galaxy Camera 3G and A55 is 90 and 67 respectively.

Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G vs Sony A55 top view buttons comparison

Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G vs Sony A55 Sensor Comparison

In many cases, it is very tough to envision the difference in sensor sizing purely by seeing a spec sheet. The visual underneath will help provide you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the Galaxy Camera 3G and A55.

As you can see, both cameras offer the same exact MP albeit not the same sensor sizing. The Galaxy Camera 3G includes the smaller sensor which should make obtaining shallow depth of field more difficult. The more modern Galaxy Camera 3G will have an edge with regard to sensor technology.

Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G vs Sony A55 sensor size comparison

Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G vs Sony A55 Screen and ViewFinder

Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G vs Sony A55 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Portrait photography features
Sony A55 Portrait photography features
30
decent sensor resolution (16 megapixels)
lack of manual focus
manual mode not available
cannot use external flash
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
has no RAW format
73
has manual focus
sensor resolution is decent (16MP)
sensor size is decent (APS-C)
includes face detection focus
exports RAW files
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Street Comparison

Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G as a Street photography camera
Sony A55 as a Street photography camera
61
built in image stabilization (Optical)
lighter than others (305 grams)
screen does not articulate
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
has no RAW format
77
screen can move to multiple angles
image stabilization (Sensor based)
sensor size is decent (APS-C)
exports RAW files
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Sports Comparison

Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Sports photography highlights
Sony A55 Sports photography highlights
44
excellent zoom range (23-481mm 20.9 x zoom)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
decent sensor resolution (16MP)
no shutter priority
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
has no phase detect AF
68
image stabilization (Sensor based)
sensor resolution is decent (16 megapixels)
sensor size is decent (APS-C)
sensor has phase detect auto focus
low battery power (380 shots)
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Travel Comparison

Travel photography with Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G
Travel photography with Sony A55
72
lighter than others (305g)
decent sensor resolution (16 megapixels)
really wide (23mm)
long zoom (481mm)
very good maximum aperture (f)
missing Timelapse recording
screen isn't selfie friendly
62
sensor resolution is decent (16 megapixels)
built-in flash
screen is selfie friendly
lack of Time Lapse recording
low battery power (380 CIPA)
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Landscape Comparison

Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Landscape photography features
Sony A55 Landscape photography features
47
really wide (23mm)
very good maximum aperture (f)
very good size screen (4.8")
built in image stabilization (Optical)
decent sensor resolution (16 megapixels)
lack of manual focus
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
manual mode not available
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
has no RAW format
missing Timelapse recording
67
has manual focus
change lenses (Sony/Minolta Alpha mount)
screen size is good (3 inches)
image stabilization (Sensor based)
sensor resolution is decent (16MP)
sensor size is decent (APS-C)
exports RAW files
low battery power (380 per charge)
lack of Time Lapse recording
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Vlogging Comparison

Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Vlogging details
Sony A55 Vlogging details
36
really wide (23mm)
very good maximum aperture (f)
touchscreen enabled
built in image stabilization (Optical)
great video quality (1920 x 1080 pixels)
lighter than others (305 grams)
screen isn't selfie friendly
missing microphone port
78
screen is selfie friendly
image stabilization (Sensor based)
includes face detection focus
video resolution high (1920 x 1080 pixels)
includes external mic socket
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Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G vs Sony A55 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G and Sony A55
 Samsung Galaxy Camera 3GSony SLT-A55
General Information
Brand Name Samsung Sony
Model Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Sony SLT-A55
Type Small Sensor Superzoom Entry-Level DSLR
Revealed 2012-08-29 2010-08-24
Physical type Compact Compact SLR
Sensor Information
Powered by 1.4GHz Quad-Core Bionz
Sensor type BSI-CMOS CMOS
Sensor size 1/2.3" APS-C
Sensor dimensions 6.17 x 4.55mm 23.5 x 15.6mm
Sensor area 28.1mm² 366.6mm²
Sensor resolution 16MP 16MP
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio - 3:2 and 16:9
Highest resolution - 4912 x 3264
Highest native ISO 3200 12800
Highest boosted ISO - 25600
Lowest native ISO 100 100
RAW photos
Autofocusing
Manual focus
Touch to focus
Autofocus continuous
Autofocus single
Autofocus tracking
Selective autofocus
Autofocus center weighted
Multi area autofocus
Autofocus live view
Face detection focus
Contract detection focus
Phase detection focus
Number of focus points - 15
Cross focus points - 3
Lens
Lens mount fixed lens Sony/Minolta Alpha
Lens focal range 23-481mm (20.9x) -
Number of lenses - 143
Focal length multiplier 5.8 1.5
Screen
Screen type Fixed Type Fully Articulated
Screen sizing 4.8" 3"
Screen resolution 0 thousand dots 921 thousand dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch function
Screen technology 308 ppi, HD Super Clear Touch Display -
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None Electronic
Viewfinder resolution - 1,150 thousand dots
Viewfinder coverage - 100%
Viewfinder magnification - 0.73x
Features
Lowest shutter speed - 30 secs
Highest shutter speed - 1/4000 secs
Continuous shooting rate - 10.0 frames per sec
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Exposure compensation - Yes
Set white balance
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash range no built-in flash 10.00 m (@ ISO 100)
Flash settings no built-in flash Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, High Speed Sync, Rear Curtain, Fill-in, Wireless
External flash
AEB
WB bracketing
Highest flash synchronize - 1/160 secs
Exposure
Multisegment
Average
Spot
Partial
AF area
Center weighted
Video features
Supported video resolutions 1920 x 1080 1920 x 1080 (60, 29.97 fps), 1440 x 1080 (30fps), 640 x 424 (29.97 fps)
Highest video resolution 1920x1080 1920x1080
Video file format MPEG-4, H.264 MPEG-4, AVCHD, H.264
Mic port
Headphone port
Connectivity
Wireless Built-In Eye-Fi Connected
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB none USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS BuiltIn BuiltIn
Physical
Environmental sealing
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 305 grams (0.67 lb) 500 grams (1.10 lb)
Dimensions 129 x 71 x 19mm (5.1" x 2.8" x 0.7") 124 x 92 x 85mm (4.9" x 3.6" x 3.3")
DXO scores
DXO All around score not tested 73
DXO Color Depth score not tested 23.0
DXO Dynamic range score not tested 12.4
DXO Low light score not tested 816
Other
Battery life - 380 photos
Battery type - Battery Pack
Battery model - NP-FW50
Self timer - Yes (2 or 10 sec)
Time lapse shooting
Storage type micro SD/micro SDHC/micro SDXC SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Pro Duo/ Pro-HG Duo
Card slots Single Single
Launch price $606 $800