Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G vs Sony a5100

The following is a thorough review of the Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G and Sony a5100, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by brands Samsung and Sony. There is a sizeable difference between the image resolutions of the Galaxy Camera 4G (16MP) and a5100 (24MP) and the Galaxy Camera 4G (1/2.3") and a5100 (APS-C) feature totally different sensor sizing.

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The Galaxy Camera 4G was introduced 23 months prior to the a5100 making the cameras a generation away from each other. The two cameras offer different body type with the Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G being a Compact camera and the Sony a5100 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go through a comprehensive comparison, below is a short highlight of how the Galaxy Camera 4G grades versus the a5100 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G and Sony Alpha a5100. The whole galleries are available at Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G Gallery and Sony a5100 Gallery.

For anyone who is looking to travel with your camera, you will want to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G has outside measurements of 129mm x 71mm x 19mm (5.1" x 2.8" x 0.7") having a weight of 305 grams (0.67 lbs) and the Sony a5100 has dimensions of 110mm x 63mm x 36mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.4") accompanied by a weight of 283 grams (0.62 lbs).

Take a look at the Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G and Sony a5100 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you choose at that moment. Following is the front view scale comparison of the Galaxy Camera 4G and the a5100.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the Galaxy Camera 4G and a5100 is 90 and 89 respectively.

Usually, it's tough to envision the contrast between sensor dimensions simply by reading specifications. The picture underneath might provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the Galaxy Camera 4G and a5100.

Plainly, both of those cameras offer different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The Galaxy Camera 4G having a tinier sensor will make achieving shallow DOF tougher and the Sony a5100 will offer extra detail using its extra 8MP. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop photos a little more aggressively. The more aged Galaxy Camera 4G is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.