Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G vs Sony W350
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Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G vs Sony W350 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
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-105mm (F2.7-5.7) lens
- 117g - 91 x 52 x 17mm
- Launched January 2010
Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G vs Sony W350 Overview
In this article, we are reviewing the Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G and Sony W350, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Ultracompact by companies Samsung and Sony. The image resolution of the Galaxy Camera 4G (16MP) and the W350 (14MP) is fairly comparable and they use the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").
Photography GlossaryThe Galaxy Camera 4G was manufactured 2 years after the W350 which is a fairly big difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of these cameras offer different body type with the Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G being a Compact camera and the Sony W350 being a Ultracompact camera.
Before we go in to a step-by-step comparison, below is a quick highlight of how the Galaxy Camera 4G matches up against the W350 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G vs Sony W350 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W350. The entire galleries are provided at Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G Gallery & Sony W350 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G over the Sony W350
Galaxy Camera 4G | W350 | |||
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Launched | August 2012 | January 2010 | Newer by 33 months | |
Display sizing | 4.8" | 2.7" | Larger display (+2.1") | |
Touch display | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Sony W350 over the Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G
W350 | 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 W350
Galaxy Camera 4G | W350 | |||
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Manual focus | No manual focus | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Selfie screen | Neither includes selfie screen |
Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G vs Sony W350 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is intending to travel with your camera regularly, you should consider its weight and dimensions. The Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G features outside 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 W350 has dimensions of 91mm x 52mm x 17mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.7") with a weight of 117 grams (0.26 lbs).
Take a look at the Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G and Sony W350 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you use at the time. Here is the front view dimensions comparison of the Galaxy Camera 4G and the W350.
Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the Galaxy Camera 4G and W350 is 90 and 97 respectively.
Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G vs Sony W350 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it is difficult to picture the contrast in sensor dimensions only by going through specifications. The picture underneath will help provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the Galaxy Camera 4G and W350.
Plainly, each of the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but different MP. You can anticipate the Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G to produce greater detail due to its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop images a little more aggressively. The younger Galaxy Camera 4G should have an advantage with regard to sensor innovation.
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Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G vs Sony W350 Specifications
Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W350 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Samsung | Sony |
Model type | Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W350 |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Ultracompact |
Revealed | 2012-08-29 | 2010-01-07 |
Physical type | Compact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | 1.4GHz Quad-Core | Bionz |
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 surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 14 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | - | 4320 x 3240 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Total focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 23-481mm (20.9x) | 26-105mm (4.0x) |
Largest aperture | - | f/2.7-5.7 |
Macro focusing range | - | 10cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 4.8 inches | 2.7 inches |
Screen resolution | 0 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Screen technology | 308 ppi, HD Super Clear Touch Display | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | - | 2 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | - | 1/1600 seconds |
Continuous shooting rate | - | 1.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | no built-in flash | 3.80 m |
Flash settings | no built-in flash | Auto, On, Off, Slow syncro |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
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 | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | none | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | BuiltIn | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 305 gr (0.67 lbs) | 117 gr (0.26 lbs) |
Dimensions | 129 x 71 x 19mm (5.1" x 2.8" x 0.7") | 91 x 52 x 17mm (3.6" x 2.0" 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 shooting | ||
Type of storage | micro SD/micro SDHC/micro SDXC | Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo/Pro HG-Duo, Internal |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Pricing at launch | $550 | $200 |