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Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G vs Sigma SD14

Portability
90
Imaging
39
Features
44
Overall
41
Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G front
 
Sigma SD14 front
Portability
59
Imaging
42
Features
30
Overall
37

Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G vs Sigma SD14 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
  • Released August 2012
Sigma SD14
(Full Review)
  • 5MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 2.5" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 100 - 800 (Expand to 1600)
  • No Video
  • Sigma SA Mount
  • 750g - 144 x 107 x 81mm
  • Revealed September 2006
  • Earlier Model is Sigma SD10
  • Renewed by Sigma SD15
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Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G vs Sigma SD14 Overview

In this article, we will be matching up the Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G and Sigma SD14, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Advanced DSLR by rivals Samsung and Sigma. There is a significant difference among the image resolutions of the Galaxy Camera 4G (16MP) and SD14 (5MP) and the Galaxy Camera 4G (1/2.3") and SD14 (APS-C) enjoy totally different sensor sizes.

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The Galaxy Camera 4G was revealed 6 years later than the SD14 and that is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of these cameras offer different body type with the Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G being a Compact camera and the Sigma SD14 being a Mid-size SLR camera.

Before delving straight into a thorough comparison, below is a brief introduction of how the Galaxy Camera 4G matches up vs the SD14 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

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Reasons to pick Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G over the Sigma SD14

 Galaxy Camera 4G SD14 
RevealedAugust 2012September 2006More recent by 73 months
Screen sizing4.8"2.5"Bigger screen (+2.3")
Touch screen Quickly navigate

Reasons to pick Sigma SD14 over the Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G

 SD14 Galaxy Camera 4G 
Manually focus Dial accurate focus
Screen resolution150k0kClearer screen (+150k dot)

Common features in the Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G and Sigma SD14

 Galaxy Camera 4G SD14 
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Selfie screen Neither includes selfie screen

Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G vs Sigma SD14 Physical Comparison

If you are aiming to lug around your camera frequently, you have to factor its weight and proportions. The Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G features outer 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 Sigma SD14 has measurements of 144mm x 107mm x 81mm (5.7" x 4.2" x 3.2") having a weight of 750 grams (1.65 lbs).

Examine the Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G and Sigma SD14 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you select at the time. Underneath is the front view proportions comparison of the Galaxy Camera 4G versus the SD14.

Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G vs Sigma SD14 size comparison

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the Galaxy Camera 4G and SD14 is 90 and 59 respectively.

Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G vs Sigma SD14 top view buttons comparison

Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G vs Sigma SD14 Sensor Comparison

Generally, it's tough to see the difference in sensor measurements just by checking out specifications. The graphic below will offer you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the Galaxy Camera 4G and SD14.

Plainly, each of the cameras offer different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The Galaxy Camera 4G having a smaller sensor will make shooting bokeh more challenging and the Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G will show extra detail because of its extra 11MP. Higher resolution will help you crop photographs a little more aggressively. The fresher Galaxy Camera 4G will have an edge when it comes to sensor technology.

Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G vs Sigma SD14 sensor size comparison

Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G vs Sigma SD14 Screen and ViewFinder

Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G vs Sigma SD14 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G as a Portrait photography camera
Sigma SD14 as a Portrait photography camera
30
MP count good (16MP)
lack of manual focus
no manual exposure
no external flash support
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW files
49
focusing manually
decent sensor size (APS-C)
supports RAW files
doesn't have liveview
MP count low (5 megapixels)
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Street Comparison

Street photography with Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G
Street photography with Sigma SD14
61
has image stabilization (Optical)
lighter than competition in class (305 grams)
screen does not articulate
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW files
48
decent sensor size (APS-C)
supports RAW files
no moving screen
no image stabilization
low max ISO (800)
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Sports Comparison

Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G Sports photography factors
Sigma SD14 Sports photography factors
44
amazing zoom range (23-481mm 20.9 x zoom)
has image stabilization (Optical)
MP count good (16 megapixels)
no shutter priority mode
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
doesn't have phase detect AF
29
decent sensor size (APS-C)
doesn't have liveview
slow continuous shooting (3.0 frames per second)
no image stabilization
MP count low (5 megapixels)
has no phase detect auto focus
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Travel Comparison

Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G Travel photography highlights
Sigma SD14 Travel photography highlights
72
lighter than competition in class (305g)
MP count good (16 megapixels)
fairly wide (23mm)
very long zoom (481mm)
good max aperture (f)
missing Time Lapse recording
display isn't selfie friendly
42
flash built-in
no Time Lapse recording
MP count low (5 megapixels)
does not feature selfie friendly display
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Landscape Comparison

Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G Landscape photography information
Sigma SD14 Landscape photography information
47
fairly wide (23mm)
good max aperture (f)
big screen (4.8 inches)
has image stabilization (Optical)
MP count good (16 megapixels)
lack of manual focus
cannot swap lens (fixed lens mount)
no manual exposure
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW files
missing Time Lapse recording
42
focusing manually
switch lenses (Sigma SA mount)
decent sensor size (APS-C)
supports RAW files
tiny screen (2.5 inch)
doesn't have liveview
no image stabilization
MP count low (5MP)
low max ISO (800)
no Time Lapse recording
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Vlogging Comparison

Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G as a Vlogging camera
Sigma SD14 as a Vlogging camera
36
fairly wide (23mm)
good max aperture (f)
touchscreen functionality
has image stabilization (Optical)
high quality video (1920 x 1080 pixels)
lighter than competition in class (305 grams)
display isn't selfie friendly
missing external mic jack
9
lack of video recording
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Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G vs Sigma SD14 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G and Sigma SD14
 Samsung Galaxy Camera 4GSigma SD14
General Information
Company Samsung Sigma
Model Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G Sigma SD14
Class Small Sensor Superzoom Advanced DSLR
Released 2012-08-29 2006-09-26
Body design Compact Mid-size SLR
Sensor Information
Powered by 1.4GHz Quad-Core -
Sensor type BSI-CMOS CMOS (Foveon X3)
Sensor size 1/2.3" APS-C
Sensor dimensions 6.17 x 4.55mm 20.7 x 13.8mm
Sensor surface area 28.1mm² 285.7mm²
Sensor resolution 16MP 5MP
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio - 3:2
Max resolution - 2640 x 1760
Max native ISO 3200 800
Max enhanced ISO - 1600
Minimum native ISO 100 100
RAW pictures
Autofocusing
Focus manually
AF touch
AF continuous
AF single
AF tracking
AF selectice
Center weighted AF
Multi area AF
Live view AF
Face detect AF
Contract detect AF
Phase detect AF
Lens
Lens mount fixed lens Sigma SA
Lens focal range 23-481mm (20.9x) -
Number of lenses - 76
Focal length multiplier 5.8 1.7
Screen
Range of display Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display diagonal 4.8" 2.5"
Display resolution 0k dot 150k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch display
Display technology 308 ppi, HD Super Clear Touch Display -
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None Optical (pentaprism)
Viewfinder coverage - 98 percent
Viewfinder magnification - 0.6x
Features
Min shutter speed - 30 seconds
Max shutter speed - 1/4000 seconds
Continuous shutter speed - 3.0 frames per second
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Exposure compensation - Yes
Change WB
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash range no built-in flash -
Flash modes no built-in flash -
Hot shoe
AE bracketing
WB bracketing
Max flash sync - 1/180 seconds
Exposure
Multisegment
Average
Spot
Partial
AF area
Center weighted
Video features
Video resolutions 1920 x 1080 -
Max video resolution 1920x1080 None
Video format MPEG-4, H.264 -
Mic input
Headphone input
Connectivity
Wireless Built-In None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB none USB 1.0 (1.5 Mbit/sec)
GPS BuiltIn None
Physical
Environmental seal
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 305 grams (0.67 lb) 750 grams (1.65 lb)
Dimensions 129 x 71 x 19mm (5.1" x 2.8" x 0.7") 144 x 107 x 81mm (5.7" x 4.2" x 3.2")
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
Self timer - Yes (10 sec)
Time lapse feature
Type of storage micro SD/micro SDHC/micro SDXC Compact Flash Type I or II
Storage slots Single Single
Cost at release $550 $198