Samsung Galaxy Camera vs Sony W620
90 Imaging
40 Features
55 Overall
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Samsung Galaxy Camera vs Sony W620 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)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F3.2-6.5) lens
- 116g - 98 x 56 x 20mm
- Launched January 2012
Samsung Galaxy Camera vs Sony W620 Overview
In this article, we are analyzing the Samsung Galaxy Camera and Sony W620, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors Samsung and Sony. The resolution of the Galaxy Camera (16MP) and the W620 (14MP) is fairly comparable and they feature the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").
Japan-exclusive Leica Leitz Phone 3 features big sensor and new modesThe Galaxy Camera was introduced 14 months after the W620 making the cameras a generation away from one another. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before delving through a comprehensive comparison, below is a simple view of how the Galaxy Camera matches up versus the W620 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Samsung Galaxy Camera vs Sony W620 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Samsung Galaxy Camera & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W620. The whole galleries are viewable at Samsung Galaxy Camera Gallery & Sony W620 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung Galaxy Camera over the Sony W620
Galaxy Camera | W620 | |||
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Launched | February 2013 | January 2012 | Newer by 14 months | |
Manual focus | Very precise focus | |||
Display sizing | 4.8" | 2.7" | Larger display (+2.1") | |
Display resolution | 922k | 230k | Clearer display (+692k dot) | |
Touch friendly display | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Sony W620 over the Samsung Galaxy Camera
W620 | Galaxy Camera |
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Common features in the Samsung Galaxy Camera and Sony W620
Galaxy Camera | W620 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Selfie screen | No selfie screen |
Samsung Galaxy Camera vs Sony W620 Physical Comparison
For those who are going to travel with your camera, you're going to have to consider its weight and dimensions. The Samsung Galaxy Camera features outside dimensions of 129mm x 71mm x 19mm (5.1" x 2.8" x 0.7") having a weight of 300 grams (0.66 lbs) while the Sony W620 has dimensions of 98mm x 56mm x 20mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") along with a weight of 116 grams (0.26 lbs).
Take a look at the Samsung Galaxy Camera and Sony W620 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are employing at that time. Below is the front view overall size comparison of the Galaxy Camera compared to the W620.
Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Galaxy Camera and W620 is 90 and 96 respectively.
Samsung Galaxy Camera vs Sony W620 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it is very difficult to see the gap in sensor dimensions purely by seeing specs. The picture underneath might offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the Galaxy Camera and W620.
As you can plainly see, the two cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but not the same MP. You can anticipate the Samsung Galaxy Camera to produce extra detail using its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also make it easier to crop photos a little more aggressively. The more modern Galaxy Camera will have an edge when it comes to sensor tech.
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Samsung Galaxy Camera vs Sony W620 Specifications
Samsung Galaxy Camera | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W620 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Samsung | Sony |
Model | Samsung Galaxy Camera | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W620 |
Also called | Wi-Fi | - |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
Launched | 2013-02-19 | 2012-01-10 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | 1.4GHz Quad-Core | BIONZ |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 14 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4320 x 3240 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 23-481mm (20.9x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/2.8-5.9 | f/3.2-6.5 |
Macro focus distance | - | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 4.8" | 2.7" |
Screen resolution | 922 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Screen tech | 308 ppi, HD Super Clear Touch Display | Clear Photo TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 16 seconds | 2 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/1600 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | - | 1.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | - | 3.00 m |
Flash options | - | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
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 | 300 gr (0.66 pounds) | 116 gr (0.26 pounds) |
Dimensions | 129 x 71 x 19mm (5.1" x 2.8" x 0.7") | 98 x 56 x 20mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 220 photos |
Form of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | - | NP-BN |
Self timer | - | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | micro SD/micro SDHC/micro SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, microSD/micro SDHC, Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Cost at launch | $450 | $102 |