Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G vs Sony W330
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Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G vs Sony W330 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)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- 640 x 480 video
- 26-105mm (F2.7-5.7) lens
- 128g - 96 x 57 x 17mm
- Released January 2010
Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G vs Sony W330 Overview
Below is a detailed assessment of the Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G versus Sony W330, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Ultracompact by competitors Samsung and Sony. The sensor resolution of the Galaxy Camera 4G (16MP) and the W330 (14MP) is fairly close and they use the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").
Pentax 17 Pre-Orders Outperform Expectations by a LandslideThe Galaxy Camera 4G was revealed 2 years later than the W330 and that is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both the cameras come with different body type with the Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G being a Compact camera and the Sony W330 being a Ultracompact camera.
Before delving straight into a thorough comparison, below is a quick introduction of how the Galaxy Camera 4G matches up vs the W330 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G vs Sony W330 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W330. The full galleries are viewable at Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G Gallery and Sony W330 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G over the Sony W330
Galaxy Camera 4G | W330 | |||
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Released | August 2012 | January 2010 | More recent by 33 months | |
Display dimension | 4.8" | 3" | Larger display (+1.8") | |
Touch display | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Sony W330 over the Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G
W330 | Galaxy Camera 4G | |||
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Display resolution | 230k | 0k | Crisper display (+230k dot) |
Common features in the Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G and Sony W330
Galaxy Camera 4G | W330 | |||
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Focus manually | Lack of manual focusing | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Selfie screen | Neither has selfie screen |
Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G vs Sony W330 Physical Comparison
For those who are aiming to lug around your camera regularly, you'll have to factor its weight and volume. The Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G has outside measurements of 129mm x 71mm x 19mm (5.1" x 2.8" x 0.7") along with a weight of 305 grams (0.67 lbs) and the Sony W330 has sizing of 96mm x 57mm x 17mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") having a weight of 128 grams (0.28 lbs).
Look at the Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G versus Sony W330 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are employing during that time. Below is the front view over all size comparison of the Galaxy Camera 4G against the W330.
Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the Galaxy Camera 4G and W330 is 90 and 96 respectively.
Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G vs Sony W330 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it can be tough to picture the contrast in sensor measurements simply by researching technical specs. The visual below will provide you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the Galaxy Camera 4G and W330.
As you can tell, each of these cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements but different megapixels. You should anticipate the Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G to provide you with more detail because of its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also let you crop images somewhat more aggressively. The more modern Galaxy Camera 4G provides an edge with regard to sensor technology.
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Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G vs Sony W330 Specifications
Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W330 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Samsung | Sony |
Model type | Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W330 |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Ultracompact |
Revealed | 2012-08-29 | 2010-01-07 |
Body design | Compact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | 1.4GHz Quad-Core | - |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 14 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | - | 4320 x 3240 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Total focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 23-481mm (20.9x) | 26-105mm (4.0x) |
Max aperture | - | f/2.7-5.7 |
Macro focusing range | - | 4cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 4.8" | 3" |
Resolution of screen | 0k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Screen tech | 308 ppi, HD Super Clear Touch Display | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | - | 2 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | - | 1/1600 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | - | 2.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | no built-in flash | 3.50 m |
Flash settings | no built-in flash | Auto, On, Off, Slow syncro |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 640x480 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | none | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | BuiltIn | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 305 gr (0.67 pounds) | 128 gr (0.28 pounds) |
Dimensions | 129 x 71 x 19mm (5.1" x 2.8" x 0.7") | 96 x 57 x 17mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 sec or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | micro SD/micro SDHC/micro SDXC | SD/SDHC, Memory Stick Duo / Pro Duo / Pro HG-Duo, Internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Pricing at launch | $550 | $170 |