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Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G vs Samsung Galaxy NX

Portability
90
Imaging
39
Features
44
Overall
41
Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G front
 
Samsung Galaxy NX front
Portability
82
Imaging
62
Features
76
Overall
67

Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G vs Samsung Galaxy NX Key Specs

Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G
(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
  • Announced August 2012
Samsung Galaxy NX
(Full Review)
  • 20MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 4.8" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 100 - 25600
  • 1/6000s Maximum Shutter
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • Samsung NX Mount
  • 495g - 137 x 101 x 26mm
  • Introduced June 2013
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Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G vs Samsung Galaxy NX Overview

Here is a extended review of the Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G versus Samsung Galaxy NX, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and they are both designed by Samsung. The resolution of the Galaxy Camera 4G (16MP) and the Galaxy NX (20MP) is pretty comparable but the Galaxy Camera 4G (1/2.3") and Galaxy NX (APS-C) offer totally different sensor sizing.

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The Galaxy Camera 4G was launched 9 months prior to the Galaxy NX which means that they are both of a similar age. Both the cameras have different body design with the Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G being a Compact camera and the Samsung Galaxy NX being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go straight to a in depth comparison, here is a brief synopsis of how the Galaxy Camera 4G scores versus the Galaxy NX in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

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Reasons to pick Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G over the Samsung Galaxy NX

 Galaxy Camera 4G Galaxy NX 

Reasons to pick Samsung Galaxy NX over the Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G

 Galaxy NX Galaxy Camera 4G 
IntroducedJune 2013August 2012Fresher by 9 months
Manually focus Very accurate focusing
Screen resolution922k0kClearer screen (+922k dot)

Common features in the Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G and Samsung Galaxy NX

 Galaxy Camera 4G Galaxy NX 
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Screen dimensions4.8"4.8"Equal screen measurement
Selfie screen Missing selfie screen
Touch friendly screen Quickly navigate

Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G vs Samsung Galaxy NX Physical Comparison

In case you're looking to carry your camera regularly, you will want to factor its weight and proportions. The Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G offers external 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) whilst the Samsung Galaxy NX has measurements of 137mm x 101mm x 26mm (5.4" x 4.0" x 1.0") along with a weight of 495 grams (1.09 lbs).

Analyze the Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G versus Samsung Galaxy NX in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Always remember, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you have chosen during that time. Below is a front view over all size comparison of the Galaxy Camera 4G against the Galaxy NX.

Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G vs Samsung Galaxy NX size comparison

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Galaxy Camera 4G and Galaxy NX is 90 and 82 respectively.

Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G vs Samsung Galaxy NX top view buttons comparison

Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G vs Samsung Galaxy NX Sensor Comparison

More often than not, it is very hard to envision the gap in sensor sizing only by seeing specs. The photograph here will provide you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the Galaxy Camera 4G and Galaxy NX.

As you can plainly see, each of the cameras provide different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The Galaxy Camera 4G due to its smaller sensor will make shooting shallower DOF harder and the Samsung Galaxy NX will provide extra detail utilizing its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop pictures more aggressively. The older Galaxy Camera 4G will be behind when it comes to sensor tech.

Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G vs Samsung Galaxy NX sensor size comparison

Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G vs Samsung Galaxy NX Screen and ViewFinder

Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G vs Samsung Galaxy NX Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G Portrait photography features
Samsung Galaxy NX Portrait photography features
30
decent MP (16MP)
manual focus not available
no manual exposure
cannot use external flash
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
lack of RAW support
77
has manual focus
megapixel count good (20MP)
sensor size is nice (APS-C)
supports face detection autofocus
delivers RAW files
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Street Comparison

Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G as a Street photography camera
Samsung Galaxy NX as a Street photography camera
61
image stabilization (Optical)
lighter than competition in class (305g)
screen is fixed
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
lack of RAW support
68
sensor size is nice (APS-C)
delivers RAW files
features focus by touch
good high ISO (25,600)
fixed screen
no image stabilization
heavier than average (495g)
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Sports Comparison

Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G as a Sports photography camera
Samsung Galaxy NX as a Sports photography camera
44
incredible zoom range (23-481mm 20.9 x zoom)
image stabilization (Optical)
decent MP (16 megapixels)
lack of shutter priority mode
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
lack of phase detect AF
72
maximum shutter speed is high (1/6,000s)
megapixel count good (20 megapixels)
sensor size is nice (APS-C)
good battery life (440 CIPA)
supports phase detect autofocus
no image stabilization
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Travel Comparison

Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G as a Travel photography camera
Samsung Galaxy NX as a Travel photography camera
72
lighter than competition in class (305g)
decent MP (16MP)
rather wide (23mm)
very long zoom (481mm)
fast max aperture (f)
missing Timelapse mode
screen isn't selfie friendly
68
good battery life (440 shots)
features focus by touch
megapixel count good (20MP)
built-in flash
does not have Time Lapse mode
heavier than average (495 grams)
display isn't selfie friendly
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Landscape Comparison

Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G as a Landscape photography camera
Samsung Galaxy NX as a Landscape photography camera
47
rather wide (23mm)
fast max aperture (f)
bigger than average screen (4.8")
image stabilization (Optical)
decent MP (16 megapixels)
manual focus not available
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
no manual exposure
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
lack of RAW support
missing Timelapse mode
73
has manual focus
interchangeable lenses (Samsung NX mount)
lovely big screen (4.8 inches)
megapixel count good (20 megapixels)
sensor size is nice (APS-C)
good high ISO (25,600)
delivers RAW files
good battery life (440 shots)
no image stabilization
does not have Time Lapse mode
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Vlogging Comparison

Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G as a Vlogging camera
Samsung Galaxy NX as a Vlogging camera
36
rather wide (23mm)
fast max aperture (f)
screen is touchscreen
image stabilization (Optical)
video resolution high (1920 x 1080 pixels)
lighter than competition in class (305 grams)
screen isn't selfie friendly
missing microphone socket
34
has touchscreen
supports face detection autofocus
video res high (1920 x 1080 pxls)
comes with external mic jack
display isn't selfie friendly
no image stabilization
heavier than average (495 grams)
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Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G vs Samsung Galaxy NX Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G and Samsung Galaxy NX
 Samsung Galaxy Camera 4GSamsung Galaxy NX
General Information
Brand Name Samsung Samsung
Model Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G Samsung Galaxy NX
Class Small Sensor Superzoom Entry-Level Mirrorless
Announced 2012-08-29 2013-06-20
Body design Compact SLR-style mirrorless
Sensor Information
Chip 1.4GHz Quad-Core DRIMe IV
Sensor type BSI-CMOS CMOS
Sensor size 1/2.3" APS-C
Sensor dimensions 6.17 x 4.55mm 23.5 x 15.7mm
Sensor surface area 28.1mm² 369.0mm²
Sensor resolution 16 megapixels 20 megapixels
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio - 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9
Peak resolution - 5472 x 3648
Highest native ISO 3200 25600
Min native ISO 100 100
RAW images
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Touch focus
Autofocus continuous
Autofocus single
Autofocus tracking
Autofocus selectice
Center weighted autofocus
Multi area autofocus
Live view autofocus
Face detect autofocus
Contract detect autofocus
Phase detect autofocus
Lens
Lens mount fixed lens Samsung NX
Lens focal range 23-481mm (20.9x) -
Amount of lenses - 32
Crop factor 5.8 1.5
Screen
Display type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display diagonal 4.8" 4.8"
Resolution of display 0k dot 922k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch operation
Display technology 308 ppi, HD Super Clear Touch Display HD TFT LCD
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None Electronic
Features
Minimum shutter speed - 30 secs
Fastest shutter speed - 1/6000 secs
Continuous shutter speed - 9.0 frames/s
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual exposure
Exposure compensation - Yes
Change white balance
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash range no built-in flash -
Flash modes no built-in flash Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, 1st/2nd Curtain, Smart Flash, Manual
External flash
AEB
White balance bracketing
Fastest flash sync - 1/180 secs
Exposure
Multisegment
Average
Spot
Partial
AF area
Center weighted
Video features
Video resolutions 1920 x 1080 1920 x 1080, 1280 x 720, 640 x 480, 320 x 240
Highest video resolution 1920x1080 1920x1080
Video format MPEG-4, H.264 MPEG-4, H.264
Mic input
Headphone input
Connectivity
Wireless Built-In Built-In
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB none USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS BuiltIn BuiltIn
Physical
Environment seal
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 305g (0.67 pounds) 495g (1.09 pounds)
Physical dimensions 129 x 71 x 19mm (5.1" x 2.8" x 0.7") 137 x 101 x 26mm (5.4" x 4.0" x 1.0")
DXO scores
DXO Overall 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 - 440 photos
Battery format - Battery Pack
Self timer - Yes (2 sec to 30 sec)
Time lapse recording
Type of storage micro SD/micro SDHC/micro SDXC SD/SDHC/SDXC
Storage slots One One
Retail pricing $550 $1,300