Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G vs Sony TX100V
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Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G vs Sony TX100V Key Specs
(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
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 125 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-100mm (F3.5-4.6) lens
- 147g - 97 x 59 x 18mm
- Introduced January 2011
Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G vs Sony TX100V Overview
On this page, we are looking at the Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G vs Sony TX100V, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Ultracompact by companies Samsung and Sony. The sensor resolution of the Galaxy Camera 4G (16MP) and the TX100V (16MP) is fairly comparable and both cameras provide the same sensor size (1/2.3").
Photobucket discusses licensing 13 billion images with AI firmsThe Galaxy Camera 4G was brought out 21 months later than the TX100V making them a generation apart from each other. Each of these cameras have different body design with the Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G being a Compact camera and the Sony TX100V being a Ultracompact camera.
Before diving straight to a detailed comparison, here is a concise synopsis of how the Galaxy Camera 4G grades against the TX100V when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G vs Sony TX100V Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX100V. The entire galleries are viewable at Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G Gallery & Sony TX100V Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G over the Sony TX100V
Galaxy Camera 4G | TX100V | |||
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Introduced | August 2012 | January 2011 | More recent by 21 months | |
Display dimensions | 4.8" | 3.5" | Larger display (+1.3") |
Reasons to pick Sony TX100V over the Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G
TX100V | Galaxy Camera 4G | |||
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Display resolution | 1229k | 0k | Sharper display (+1229k dot) |
Common features in the Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G and Sony TX100V
Galaxy Camera 4G | TX100V | |||
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Focus manually | No manual focusing | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Selfie screen | Absent selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly display | Easily navigate |
Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G vs Sony TX100V Physical Comparison
When you are looking to lug around your camera frequently, you will want to consider its weight and size. The Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G has physical measurements of 129mm x 71mm x 19mm (5.1" x 2.8" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 305 grams (0.67 lbs) and the Sony TX100V has specifications of 97mm x 59mm x 18mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.7") and a weight of 147 grams (0.32 lbs).
Take a look at the Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G vs Sony TX100V in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. Below is a front view dimension comparison of the Galaxy Camera 4G vs the TX100V.
Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the Galaxy Camera 4G and TX100V is 90 and 95 respectively.
Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G vs Sony TX100V Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it is very hard to see the difference in sensor measurements purely by going through a spec sheet. The graphic underneath should offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the Galaxy Camera 4G and TX100V.
As you can see, each of these cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the same exact MP and you can expect comparable quality of photos however you should really take the age of the cameras into account. The newer Galaxy Camera 4G is going to have an edge in sensor innovation.
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Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G vs Sony TX100V Specifications
Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX100V | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Samsung | Sony |
Model type | Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX100V |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Ultracompact |
Released | 2012-08-29 | 2011-01-06 |
Body design | Compact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | 1.4GHz Quad-Core | BIONZ |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
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 | 16MP | 16MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | - | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 125 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Total focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 23-481mm (20.9x) | 25-100mm (4.0x) |
Highest aperture | - | f/3.5-4.6 |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 4.8 inches | 3.5 inches |
Resolution of display | 0k dot | 1,229k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Display technology | 308 ppi, HD Super Clear Touch Display | XtraFine OLED display with TruBlack technology |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | - | 2 secs |
Max shutter speed | - | 1/1600 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | - | 10.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | no built-in flash | 4.00 m |
Flash options | no built-in flash | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1440 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Eye-Fi Connected |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | none | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | BuiltIn | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 305 gr (0.67 lbs) | 147 gr (0.32 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 129 x 71 x 19mm (5.1" x 2.8" x 0.7") | 97 x 59 x 18mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery ID | - | NP-BN1 |
Self timer | - | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | micro SD/micro SDHC/micro SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo |
Storage slots | One | One |
Retail pricing | $550 | $380 |