Samsung Galaxy Camera vs Sony WX10
90 Imaging
40 Features
55 Overall
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95 Imaging
39 Features
38 Overall
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Samsung Galaxy Camera vs Sony WX10 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 4.8" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 23-481mm (F2.8-5.9) lens
- 300g - 129 x 71 x 19mm
- Introduced February 2013
- Alternative Name is Wi-Fi
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.8" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-168mm (F2.4-5.9) lens
- 161g - 95 x 54 x 23mm
- Announced January 2011
Samsung Galaxy Camera vs Sony WX10 Overview
Lets take a closer look at the Samsung Galaxy Camera versus Sony WX10, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors Samsung and Sony. The image resolution of the Galaxy Camera (16MP) and the WX10 (16MP) is pretty close and they feature the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").
Pentax 17 Pre-Orders Outperform Expectations by a LandslideThe Galaxy Camera was launched 2 years after the WX10 which is a fairly significant gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before we go straight into a full comparison, below is a concise synopsis of how the Galaxy Camera matches up against the WX10 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Samsung Galaxy Camera vs Sony WX10 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery images for Samsung Galaxy Camera and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX10. The complete galleries are provided at Samsung Galaxy Camera Gallery and Sony WX10 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung Galaxy Camera over the Sony WX10
Galaxy Camera | WX10 | |||
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Announced | February 2013 | January 2011 | Newer by 26 months | |
Screen sizing | 4.8" | 2.8" | Bigger screen (+2") | |
Screen resolution | 922k | 460k | Sharper screen (+462k dot) | |
Touch screen | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Sony WX10 over the Samsung Galaxy Camera
WX10 | Galaxy Camera |
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Common features in the Samsung Galaxy Camera and Sony WX10
Galaxy Camera | WX10 | |||
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Manually focus | Dial precise focusing | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Selfie screen | Neither offers selfie screen |
Samsung Galaxy Camera vs Sony WX10 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is aiming to travel with your camera, you will have to consider its weight and dimensions. The Samsung Galaxy Camera offers outside measurements of 129mm x 71mm x 19mm (5.1" x 2.8" x 0.7") along with a weight of 300 grams (0.66 lbs) and the Sony WX10 has dimensions of 95mm x 54mm x 23mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.9") with a weight of 161 grams (0.35 lbs).
Examine the Samsung Galaxy Camera versus Sony WX10 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you choose at that time. Underneath is the front view proportions comparison of the Galaxy Camera vs the WX10.
Considering size and weight, the portability score of the Galaxy Camera and WX10 is 90 and 95 respectively.
Samsung Galaxy Camera vs Sony WX10 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it can be hard to visualise the difference in sensor dimensions merely by researching technical specs. The picture underneath will provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the Galaxy Camera and WX10.
As you have seen, each of these cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the exact same megapixels therefore you should expect comparable quality of images though you will need to consider the release date of the cameras into account. The more modern Galaxy Camera is going to have a benefit in sensor technology.
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Samsung Galaxy Camera vs Sony WX10 Specifications
Samsung Galaxy Camera | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX10 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Samsung | Sony |
Model type | Samsung Galaxy Camera | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX10 |
Otherwise known as | Wi-Fi | - |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
Introduced | 2013-02-19 | 2011-01-06 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | 1.4GHz Quad-Core | BIONZ |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Total focus points | - | 9 |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 23-481mm (20.9x) | 24-168mm (7.0x) |
Max aperture | f/2.8-5.9 | f/2.4-5.9 |
Macro focusing range | - | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 4.8 inches | 2.8 inches |
Display resolution | 922k dots | 460k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Display technology | 308 ppi, HD Super Clear Touch Display | Clear Photo LCD Plus |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 16 seconds | 30 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/1600 seconds |
Continuous shooting rate | - | 10.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 7.10 m |
Flash options | - | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1440 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Eye-Fi Connected |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | none | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | BuiltIn | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 300 grams (0.66 lb) | 161 grams (0.35 lb) |
Dimensions | 129 x 71 x 19mm (5.1" x 2.8" x 0.7") | 95 x 54 x 23mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery ID | - | NP-BG1 |
Self timer | - | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | micro SD/micro SDHC/micro SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo |
Card slots | One | One |
Retail pricing | $450 | $200 |