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Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G vs Sony G3

Portability
90
Imaging
40
Features
44
Overall
41
Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G front
 
Sony Cyber-shot DSC-G3 front
Portability
94
Imaging
33
Features
30
Overall
31

Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G vs Sony G3 Key Specs

Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 4.8" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 100 - 3200
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • 23-481mm (F) lens
  • 305g - 129 x 71 x 19mm
  • Launched August 2012
Sony G3
(Full Review)
  • 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3.5" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 80 - 3200
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 640 x 480 video
  • 35-140mm (F3.5-10.0) lens
  • 185g - 97 x 59 x 22mm
  • Introduced January 2009
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Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G vs Sony G3 Overview

Its time to look much closer at the Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G vs Sony G3, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Samsung and Sony. There exists a big gap among the resolutions of the Galaxy Camera 4G (16MP) and G3 (10MP) but they feature the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The Galaxy Camera 4G was revealed 3 years after the G3 which is a fairly big gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go in to a complete comparison, below is a simple summation of how the Galaxy Camera 4G matches up against the G3 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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Reasons to pick Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G over the Sony G3

 Galaxy Camera 4G G3 
IntroducedAugust 2012January 2009Newer by 45 months
Screen sizing4.8"3.5"Bigger screen (+1.3")

Reasons to pick Sony G3 over the Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G

 G3 Galaxy Camera 4G 
Manually focus Dial accurate focus
Screen resolution921k0kCrisper screen (+921k dot)

Common features in the Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G and Sony G3

 Galaxy Camera 4G G3 
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Selfie screen Lack of selfie screen
Touch screen Quickly navigate

Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G vs Sony G3 Physical Comparison

When you are going to travel with your camera frequently, you are going to need to factor in its weight and size. The Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G comes with outer measurements of 129mm x 71mm x 19mm (5.1" x 2.8" x 0.7") and a weight of 305 grams (0.67 lbs) whilst the Sony G3 has specifications of 97mm x 59mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.9") along with a weight of 185 grams (0.41 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you choose during that time. Underneath is the front view overall size comparison of the Galaxy Camera 4G and the G3.

Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G vs Sony G3 size comparison

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Galaxy Camera 4G and G3 is 90 and 94 respectively.

Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G vs Sony G3 top view buttons comparison

Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G vs Sony G3 Sensor Comparison

Sometimes, it is tough to visualize the contrast in sensor dimensions simply by researching specifications. The image below will give you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the Galaxy Camera 4G and G3.

Plainly, the 2 cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit different megapixels. You should count on the Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G to provide you with more detail because of its extra 6 Megapixels. Higher resolution will help you crop shots far more aggressively. The newer Galaxy Camera 4G provides an edge with regard to sensor technology.

Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G vs Sony G3 sensor size comparison

Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G vs Sony G3 Screen and ViewFinder

Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G vs Sony G3 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G as a Portrait photography camera
Sony G3 as a Portrait photography camera
30
megapixel count good (16 megapixels)
focusing manually not possible
no manual control
no external flash support
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
lack of RAW format
26
has manual focus
manual mode not possible
no external flash support
MP count low (10MP)
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
no RAW format
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Street Comparison

Street photography with Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G
Street photography with Sony G3
61
image stabilization (Optical)
lighter than competition (305 grams)
no moving screen
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
lack of RAW format
56
has image stabilization (Optical)
screen is fixed
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
no RAW format
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Sports Comparison

Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G Sports photography factors
Sony G3 Sports photography factors
45
excellent zoom range (23-481mm 20.9 x zoom)
image stabilization (Optical)
megapixel count good (16 megapixels)
no shutter priority mode
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
lack of phase detect auto focus
23
has image stabilization (Optical)
maximum shutter speed is a little low (1/1,000 seconds)
very slow continuous shooting (2.0 frames/s)
no shutter priority mode
MP count low (10 megapixels)
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
no phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G as a Travel photography camera
Sony G3 as a Travel photography camera
72
lighter than competition (305g)
megapixel count good (16 megapixels)
relatively wide (23mm)
great zoom (481mm)
fast max aperture (f)
no Time Lapse function
display isn't selfie friendly
50
flash built-in
missing Time Lapse mode
MP count low (10 megapixels)
screen isn't selfie friendly
wide angle not great (35mm)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.5)
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Landscape Comparison

Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G as a Landscape photography camera
Sony G3 as a Landscape photography camera
47
relatively wide (23mm)
fast max aperture (f)
big screen (4.8")
image stabilization (Optical)
megapixel count good (16MP)
focusing manually not possible
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
no manual control
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
lack of RAW format
no Time Lapse function
36
has manual focus
screen larger than average (3.5 inch)
has image stabilization (Optical)
cannot swap lenses (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not great (35mm)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.5)
manual mode not possible
MP count low (10MP)
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
no RAW format
missing Time Lapse mode
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Vlogging Comparison

Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G Vlogging highlights
Sony G3 Vlogging highlights
37
relatively wide (23mm)
fast max aperture (f)
has touchscreen
image stabilization (Optical)
high res video (1920 x 1080 resolution)
lighter than competition (305 grams)
display isn't selfie friendly
no mic socket
27
touchscreen enabled
has image stabilization (Optical)
wide angle not great (35mm)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.5)
screen isn't selfie friendly
low res video (640 x 480 resolution)
missing mic port
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Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G vs Sony G3 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G and Sony G3
 Samsung Galaxy Camera 4GSony Cyber-shot DSC-G3
General Information
Brand Samsung Sony
Model Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G Sony Cyber-shot DSC-G3
Category Small Sensor Superzoom Small Sensor Compact
Launched 2012-08-29 2009-01-08
Body design Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Processor Chip 1.4GHz Quad-Core -
Sensor type BSI-CMOS CCD
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor dimensions 6.17 x 4.55mm 6.17 x 4.55mm
Sensor area 28.1mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 16 megapixel 10 megapixel
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio - 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9
Max resolution - 3648 x 2736
Max native ISO 3200 3200
Lowest native ISO 100 80
RAW images
Autofocusing
Manual focus
Autofocus touch
Continuous autofocus
Autofocus single
Tracking autofocus
Selective autofocus
Center weighted autofocus
Autofocus multi area
Autofocus live view
Face detection focus
Contract detection focus
Phase detection focus
Number of focus points - 9
Lens
Lens mount fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range 23-481mm (20.9x) 35-140mm (4.0x)
Maximal aperture - f/3.5-10.0
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.8
Screen
Screen type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen diagonal 4.8 inches 3.5 inches
Resolution of screen 0k dot 921k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch capability
Screen technology 308 ppi, HD Super Clear Touch Display -
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None None
Features
Minimum shutter speed - 1s
Fastest shutter speed - 1/1000s
Continuous shutter speed - 2.0 frames/s
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual exposure
Custom white balance
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash range no built-in flash 4.30 m (Auto ISO)
Flash options no built-in flash Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync
Hot shoe
AE bracketing
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment exposure
Average exposure
Spot exposure
Partial exposure
AF area exposure
Center weighted exposure
Video features
Video resolutions 1920 x 1080 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps)
Max video resolution 1920x1080 640x480
Video file format MPEG-4, H.264 Motion JPEG
Mic jack
Headphone jack
Connectivity
Wireless Built-In None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB none USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS BuiltIn None
Physical
Environmental seal
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 305 gr (0.67 lbs) 185 gr (0.41 lbs)
Dimensions 129 x 71 x 19mm (5.1" x 2.8" x 0.7") 97 x 59 x 22mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.9")
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 (2 or 10 sec)
Time lapse recording
Type of storage micro SD/micro SDHC/micro SDXC Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo, Internal
Storage slots 1 1
Launch price $550 $200