Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G vs Sony A57

Lets look a bit more in depth at the Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G vs Sony A57, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Entry-Level DSLR by manufacturers Samsung and Sony. The image resolution of the Galaxy Camera 4G (16MP) and the A57 (16MP) is relatively close but the Galaxy Camera 4G (1/2.3") and A57 (APS-C) come with totally different sensor measurements.

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The Galaxy Camera 4G was unveiled at a similar time to the A57 and they are both of a similar generation. Each of these cameras offer different body type with the Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G being a Compact camera and the Sony A57 being a Compact SLR camera.

Before getting in to a thorough comparison, below is a short synopsis of how the Galaxy Camera 4G grades vs the A57 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G and Sony SLT-A57. The full galleries are provided at Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G Gallery and Sony A57 Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to carry your camera often, you'll need to factor in its weight and measurements. The Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G features exterior 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) whilst the Sony A57 has proportions of 132mm x 98mm x 81mm (5.2" x 3.9" x 3.2") having a weight of 618 grams (1.36 lbs).

Compare the Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G vs Sony A57 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are using at that moment. The following is the front view dimension comparison of the Galaxy Camera 4G compared to the A57.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Galaxy Camera 4G and A57 is 90 and 64 respectively.

Sometimes, it's tough to see the difference in sensor sizing only by looking through technical specs. The graphic below will help provide you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the Galaxy Camera 4G and A57.

As you have seen, both of the cameras enjoy the same exact megapixels albeit not the same sensor sizing. The Galaxy Camera 4G offers the smaller sensor which should make obtaining shallow depth of field tougher.