Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G vs Sony TX30
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Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G vs Sony TX30 Key Specs
(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
- Revealed August 2012
(Full Review)
- 18MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3.3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 12800
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 26-130mm (F3.5-4.8) lens
- 141g - 96 x 59 x 15mm
- Released July 2013
Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G vs Sony TX30 Overview
In this article, we will be contrasting the Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G and Sony TX30, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Ultracompact by brands Samsung and Sony. The sensor resolution of the Galaxy Camera 4G (16MP) and the TX30 (18MP) is relatively close and they come with the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").
Japan-exclusive Leica Leitz Phone 3 features big sensor and new modesThe Galaxy Camera 4G was launched 11 months before the TX30 and they are of a similar age. Both of the cameras offer different body type with the Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G being a Compact camera and the Sony TX30 being a Ultracompact camera.
Before delving in to a in-depth comparison, below is a simple view of how the Galaxy Camera 4G matches up versus the TX30 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G vs Sony TX30 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX30. The complete galleries are available at Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G Gallery & Sony TX30 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G over the Sony TX30
Galaxy Camera 4G | TX30 | |||
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Screen sizing | 4.8" | 3.3" | Bigger screen (+1.5") |
Reasons to pick Sony TX30 over the Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G
TX30 | Galaxy Camera 4G | |||
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Released | July 2013 | August 2012 | More modern by 11 months | |
Manual focus | More exact focusing | |||
Screen resolution | 1229k | 0k | Clearer screen (+1229k dot) |
Common features in the Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G and Sony TX30
Galaxy Camera 4G | TX30 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Selfie screen | Neither offers selfie screen | |||
Touch screen | Quickly navigate |
Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G vs Sony TX30 Physical Comparison
In case you're intending to carry around your camera often, you have to take into account its weight and measurements. The Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G offers exterior measurements of 129mm x 71mm x 19mm (5.1" x 2.8" x 0.7") having a weight of 305 grams (0.67 lbs) whilst the Sony TX30 has proportions of 96mm x 59mm x 15mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.6") along with a weight of 141 grams (0.31 lbs).
Take a look at the Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G and Sony TX30 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into account, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you have attached at the time. Here is the front view physical size comparison of the Galaxy Camera 4G vs the TX30.
Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Galaxy Camera 4G and TX30 is 90 and 96 respectively.
Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G vs Sony TX30 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it can be tough to visualize the gap in sensor sizes simply by looking through technical specs. The pic here may provide you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the Galaxy Camera 4G and TX30.
As you have seen, both of those cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit different MP. You can count on the Sony TX30 to render greater detail utilizing its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop shots far more aggressively. The more aged Galaxy Camera 4G will be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.
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Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G vs Sony TX30 Specifications
Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX30 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Samsung | Sony |
Model | Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX30 |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Ultracompact |
Revealed | 2012-08-29 | 2013-07-26 |
Physical type | Compact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | 1.4GHz Quad-Core | - |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.16 x 4.62mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.5mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 18 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Highest resolution | - | 4896 x 3672 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 12800 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch to focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 23-481mm (20.9x) | 26-130mm (5.0x) |
Max aperture | - | f/3.5-4.8 |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 4.8 inch | 3.3 inch |
Screen resolution | 0k dots | 1,229k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Screen tech | 308 ppi, HD Super Clear Touch Display | OLED monitor |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | - | 4 secs |
Highest shutter speed | - | 1/1600 secs |
Continuous shooting rate | - | 10.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | no built-in flash | - |
Flash settings | no built-in flash | - |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 | 1920 x 1080 (60, 50 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | - |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | none | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | BuiltIn | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 305 grams (0.67 pounds) | 141 grams (0.31 pounds) |
Dimensions | 129 x 71 x 19mm (5.1" x 2.8" x 0.7") | 96 x 59 x 15mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.6") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 | ||
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | micro SD/micro SDHC/micro SDXC | - |
Card slots | One | One |
Launch price | $550 | $230 |