Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G vs Samsung NX10

Following is a thorough review of the Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G vs Samsung NX10, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and both of them are built by Samsung. The resolution of the Galaxy Camera 4G (16MP) and the NX10 (15MP) is fairly well matched but the Galaxy Camera 4G (1/2.3") and NX10 (APS-C) possess totally different sensor sizes.

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The Galaxy Camera 4G was revealed 2 years after the NX10 which is quite a significant gap as far as tech is concerned. Both the cameras offer different body type with the Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G being a Compact camera and the Samsung NX10 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go straight into a in depth comparison, below is a simple summation of how the Galaxy Camera 4G grades against the NX10 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G and Samsung NX10. The full galleries are viewable at Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G Gallery and Samsung NX10 Gallery.

When you are looking to carry around your camera frequently, you'll need to think about its weight and volume. The Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G enjoys physical 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) while the Samsung NX10 has sizing of 123mm x 87mm x 40mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 1.6") accompanied by a weight of 499 grams (1.10 lbs).

Check the Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G vs Samsung NX10 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you choose at the time. Here is the front view overall size comparison of the Galaxy Camera 4G compared to the NX10.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the Galaxy Camera 4G and NX10 is 90 and 80 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is very hard to visualise the gap between sensor sizes simply by reading through specs. The image here will help give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the Galaxy Camera 4G and NX10.

As you can plainly see, both cameras offer different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The Galaxy Camera 4G with its tinier sensor will make achieving shallower depth of field trickier and the Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G will give greater detail because of its extra 1MP. Greater resolution will also let you crop pics a little more aggressively. The newer Galaxy Camera 4G is going to have an edge in sensor innovation.