Samsung Galaxy Camera vs Sony W370

In this write-up, we will be reviewing the Samsung Galaxy Camera and Sony W370, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Samsung and Sony. The resolution of the Galaxy Camera (16MP) and the W370 (14MP) is pretty similar and they use the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

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The Galaxy Camera was released 3 years later than the W370 and that is quite a big gap as far as technology is concerned. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving in to a more detailed comparison, below is a quick view of how the Galaxy Camera matches up vs the W370 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Samsung Galaxy Camera and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W370. The complete galleries are available at Samsung Galaxy Camera Gallery and Sony W370 Gallery.

If you're planning to lug around your camera frequently, you should take into account its weight and dimensions. The Samsung Galaxy Camera enjoys outside dimensions of 129mm x 71mm x 19mm (5.1" x 2.8" x 0.7") with a weight of 300 grams (0.66 lbs) while the Sony W370 has dimensions of 100mm x 57mm x 26mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") having a weight of 179 grams (0.39 lbs).

Compare the Samsung Galaxy Camera and Sony W370 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you have attached at that time. Underneath is the front view overall size comparison of the Galaxy Camera vs the W370.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Galaxy Camera and W370 is 90 and 94 respectively.

Quite often, it's hard to picture the contrast between sensor measurements only by reading specifications. The graphic underneath will provide you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the Galaxy Camera and W370.

Plainly, both of the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit different MP. You should expect the Samsung Galaxy Camera to offer you extra detail as a result of its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop pictures far more aggressively. The newer Galaxy Camera should have an advantage in sensor innovation.