Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G vs Sony A390

Let's take a deeper look at the Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G versus Sony A390, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Entry-Level DSLR by manufacturers Samsung and Sony. The image resolution of the Galaxy Camera 4G (16MP) and the A390 (14MP) is relatively comparable but the Galaxy Camera 4G (1/2.3") and A390 (APS-C) possess different sensor size.

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The Galaxy Camera 4G was manufactured 2 years after the A390 which is a fairly big difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras come with different body type with the Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G being a Compact camera and the Sony A390 being a Compact SLR camera.

Before delving through a complete comparison, below is a concise introduction of how the Galaxy Camera 4G grades versus the A390 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G & Sony Alpha DSLR-A390. The entire galleries are viewable at Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G Gallery & Sony A390 Gallery.

In case you're aiming to travel with your camera, you will need to factor in its weight and proportions. The Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G comes with exterior measurements of 129mm x 71mm x 19mm (5.1" x 2.8" x 0.7") with a weight of 305 grams (0.67 lbs) whilst the Sony A390 has measurements of 128mm x 97mm x 86mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 3.4") with a weight of 549 grams (1.21 lbs).

Take a look at the Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G versus Sony A390 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you use at that time. Below is the front view size comparison of the Galaxy Camera 4G versus the A390.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the Galaxy Camera 4G and A390 is 90 and 66 respectively.

Usually, it is tough to imagine the contrast in sensor dimensions only by checking out specs. The picture below might offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the Galaxy Camera 4G and A390.

As you can plainly see, each of these cameras have got different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The Galaxy Camera 4G due to its smaller sensor is going to make getting shallow DOF tougher and the Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G will show greater detail due to its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will let you crop shots much more aggressively. The more recent Galaxy Camera 4G should have an edge when it comes to sensor tech.