Samsung Galaxy Camera vs Sony G3

Below, we will be evaluating the Samsung Galaxy Camera and Sony G3, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Samsung and Sony. There is a crucial difference between the resolutions of the Galaxy Camera (16MP) and G3 (10MP) but they use the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The Galaxy Camera was released 4 years later than the G3 and that is quite a serious gap as far as tech is concerned. Both the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go straight into a step-by-step comparison, below is a short view of how the Galaxy Camera matches up against the G3 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Samsung Galaxy Camera and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-G3. The complete galleries are viewable at Samsung Galaxy Camera Gallery and Sony G3 Gallery.

If you are planning to carry your camera, you will have to consider its weight and size. The Samsung Galaxy Camera enjoys external dimensions 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 G3 has specifications of 97mm x 59mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.9") and a weight of 185 grams (0.41 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are employing at that time. Here is the front view dimensions comparison of the Galaxy Camera versus the G3.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the Galaxy Camera and G3 is 90 and 94 respectively.

Often, it's hard to envision the difference between sensor sizing simply by checking technical specs. The photograph below might give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the Galaxy Camera and G3.

As you have seen, the 2 cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same megapixels. You should expect the Samsung Galaxy Camera to give you greater detail as a result of its extra 6MP. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop shots much more aggressively. The more recent Galaxy Camera will have an edge in sensor innovation.