Samsung Galaxy Camera vs Sony NEX-F3
90 Imaging
40 Features
55 Overall
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86 Imaging
57 Features
60 Overall
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Samsung Galaxy Camera vs Sony NEX-F3 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 (F2.8-5.9) lens
- 300g - 129 x 71 x 19mm
- Launched February 2013
- Alternative Name is Wi-Fi
(Full Review)
- 16MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 200 - 16000
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Sony E Mount
- 314g - 117 x 67 x 42mm
- Introduced August 2012
- Previous Model is Sony NEX-C3
- Later Model is Sony NEX-3N
Samsung Galaxy Camera vs Sony NEX-F3 Overview
The following is a in depth comparison of the Samsung Galaxy Camera versus Sony NEX-F3, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by competitors Samsung and Sony. The resolution of the Galaxy Camera (16MP) and the NEX-F3 (16MP) is pretty close but the Galaxy Camera (1/2.3") and NEX-F3 (APS-C) use totally different sensor sizing.
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD CardsThe Galaxy Camera was released 7 months after the NEX-F3 and they are of a similar generation. Each of these cameras offer different body type with the Samsung Galaxy Camera being a Compact camera and the Sony NEX-F3 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.
Before diving straight into a thorough comparison, below is a short synopsis of how the Galaxy Camera scores versus the NEX-F3 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Samsung Galaxy Camera vs Sony NEX-F3 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery images for Samsung Galaxy Camera and Sony Alpha NEX-F3. The complete galleries are viewable at Samsung Galaxy Camera Gallery and Sony NEX-F3 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung Galaxy Camera over the Sony NEX-F3
Galaxy Camera | NEX-F3 | |||
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Introduced | February 2013 | August 2012 | Newer by 7 months | |
Screen sizing | 4.8" | 3" | Bigger screen (+1.8") | |
Screen resolution | 922k | 920k | Crisper screen (+2k dot) | |
Touch friendly screen | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Sony NEX-F3 over the Samsung Galaxy Camera
NEX-F3 | Galaxy Camera | |||
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Screen type | Tilting | Fixed | Tilting screen |
Common features in the Samsung Galaxy Camera and Sony NEX-F3
Galaxy Camera | NEX-F3 | |||
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Manually focus | Very accurate focusing | |||
Selfie screen | Missing selfie screen |
Samsung Galaxy Camera vs Sony NEX-F3 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is looking to travel with your camera, you will need to consider its weight and volume. The Samsung Galaxy Camera offers outer measurements of 129mm x 71mm x 19mm (5.1" x 2.8" x 0.7") having a weight of 300 grams (0.66 lbs) whilst the Sony NEX-F3 has sizing of 117mm x 67mm x 42mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.7") and a weight of 314 grams (0.69 lbs).
Compare the Samsung Galaxy Camera versus Sony NEX-F3 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you choose during that time. Below is the front view sizing comparison of the Galaxy Camera vs the NEX-F3.
Using size and weight, the portability score of the Galaxy Camera and NEX-F3 is 90 and 86 respectively.
Samsung Galaxy Camera vs Sony NEX-F3 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it's hard to see the gap in sensor dimensions only by viewing specs. The pic underneath might provide you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the Galaxy Camera and NEX-F3.
All in all, both of these cameras offer the same exact MP albeit not the same sensor dimensions. The Galaxy Camera offers the smaller sensor which is going to make achieving shallow depth of field harder. The fresher Galaxy Camera will have an advantage with regard to sensor technology.
Samsung Galaxy Camera vs Sony NEX-F3 Screen and ViewFinder
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Samsung Galaxy Camera vs Sony NEX-F3 Specifications
Samsung Galaxy Camera | Sony Alpha NEX-F3 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Samsung | Sony |
Model | Samsung Galaxy Camera | Sony Alpha NEX-F3 |
Also referred to as | Wi-Fi | - |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Launched | 2013-02-19 | 2012-08-16 |
Body design | Compact | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | 1.4GHz Quad-Core | Bionz |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | APS-C |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 23.4 x 15.6mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 365.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4912 x 3264 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 16000 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 200 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Number of focus points | - | 25 |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | Sony E |
Lens focal range | 23-481mm (20.9x) | - |
Highest aperture | f/2.8-5.9 | - |
Total lenses | - | 121 |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Tilting |
Screen size | 4.8 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of screen | 922 thousand dot | 920 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Screen tech | 308 ppi, HD Super Clear Touch Display | TFT Xtra Fine LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | Electronic (optional) |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 16 seconds | 30 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | - | 6.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash modes | - | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Rear Curtain, Fill-in |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Max flash sync | - | 1/160 seconds |
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, 24 fps), 1440 x 1080 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Eye-Fi Connected |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | none | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | BuiltIn | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 300g (0.66 pounds) | 314g (0.69 pounds) |
Dimensions | 129 x 71 x 19mm (5.1" x 2.8" x 0.7") | 117 x 67 x 42mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | 73 |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | 22.7 |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | 12.3 |
DXO Low light score | not tested | 1114 |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 470 photos |
Form of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | - | NPFW50 |
Self timer | - | Yes (2 or 10 sec, 10 sec 3 or 5 images) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | micro SD/micro SDHC/micro SDXC | SD/ SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Pro Duo/ Pro-HG Duo |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Pricing at release | $450 | $470 |