Samsung Galaxy Camera vs Sony A580

On this page, we will be matching up the Samsung Galaxy Camera versus Sony A580, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Entry-Level DSLR by companies Samsung and Sony. The resolution of the Galaxy Camera (16MP) and the A580 (16MP) is relatively similar but the Galaxy Camera (1/2.3") and A580 (APS-C) boast different sensor sizing.

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The Galaxy Camera was launched 22 months after the A580 which makes them a generation away from each other. Both cameras have different body design with the Samsung Galaxy Camera being a Compact camera and the Sony A580 being a Compact SLR camera.

Before getting into a in depth comparison, here is a simple synopsis of how the Galaxy Camera scores versus the A580 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Samsung Galaxy Camera and Sony Alpha DSLR-A580. The complete galleries are viewable at Samsung Galaxy Camera Gallery and Sony A580 Gallery.

If you're going to carry around your camera frequently, you will need to take into account its weight and size. The Samsung Galaxy Camera features outer measurements of 129mm x 71mm x 19mm (5.1" x 2.8" x 0.7") and a weight of 300 grams (0.66 lbs) and the Sony A580 has specifications of 137mm x 104mm x 84mm (5.4" x 4.1" x 3.3") with a weight of 599 grams (1.32 lbs).

Contrast the Samsung Galaxy Camera versus Sony A580 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are employing at that moment. Below is a front view dimensions comparison of the Galaxy Camera and the A580.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the Galaxy Camera and A580 is 90 and 64 respectively.

Usually, it's hard to visualize the contrast between sensor sizes just by going over a spec sheet. The image underneath might give you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the Galaxy Camera and A580.

As you can see, both of the cameras have the same MP albeit different sensor sizes. The Galaxy Camera has the tinier sensor which is going to make achieving shallower depth of field tougher. The younger Galaxy Camera provides a benefit in sensor tech.