Samsung Galaxy Camera vs Sony WX150
90 Imaging
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Samsung Galaxy Camera vs Sony WX150 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
- Released February 2013
- Other Name is Wi-Fi
(Full Review)
- 18MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 12800
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-250mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 133g - 95 x 56 x 22mm
- Announced February 2012
Samsung Galaxy Camera vs Sony WX150 Overview
Here is a complete assessment of the Samsung Galaxy Camera versus Sony WX150, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors Samsung and Sony. The image resolution of the Galaxy Camera (16MP) and the WX150 (18MP) is very similar and they use the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").
Japan-exclusive Leica Leitz Phone 3 features big sensor and new modesThe Galaxy Camera was manufactured 12 months later than the WX150 so they are both of a similar age. Each of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before going straight into a in depth comparison, below is a simple synopsis of how the Galaxy Camera grades versus the WX150 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Samsung Galaxy Camera vs Sony WX150 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Samsung Galaxy Camera & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX150. The entire galleries are available at Samsung Galaxy Camera Gallery & Sony WX150 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung Galaxy Camera over the Sony WX150
Galaxy Camera | WX150 | |||
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Announced | February 2013 | February 2012 | Fresher by 12 months | |
Manual focus | Dial precise focusing | |||
Display dimension | 4.8" | 3" | Larger display (+1.8") | |
Display resolution | 922k | 461k | Sharper display (+461k dot) | |
Touch friendly display | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Sony WX150 over the Samsung Galaxy Camera
WX150 | Galaxy Camera |
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Common features in the Samsung Galaxy Camera and Sony WX150
Galaxy Camera | WX150 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Selfie screen | No selfie screen |
Samsung Galaxy Camera vs Sony WX150 Physical Comparison
When you are going to carry your camera regularly, you need to factor its weight and measurements. The Samsung Galaxy Camera enjoys physical dimensions of 129mm x 71mm x 19mm (5.1" x 2.8" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 300 grams (0.66 lbs) while the Sony WX150 has proportions of 95mm x 56mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") having a weight of 133 grams (0.29 lbs).
Analyze the Samsung Galaxy Camera versus Sony WX150 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember that, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you have at the time. Following is the front view dimensions comparison of the Galaxy Camera versus the WX150.
Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Galaxy Camera and WX150 is 90 and 95 respectively.
Samsung Galaxy Camera vs Sony WX150 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it is tough to imagine the gap between sensor sizing merely by reading a spec sheet. The visual underneath will help give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the Galaxy Camera and WX150.
Clearly, both cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements but different megapixels. You can expect to see the Sony WX150 to offer greater detail due to its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will enable you to crop photos somewhat more aggressively. The newer Galaxy Camera should have a benefit when it comes to sensor tech.
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Samsung Galaxy Camera vs Sony WX150 Specifications
Samsung Galaxy Camera | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX150 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Samsung | Sony |
Model type | Samsung Galaxy Camera | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX150 |
Also called | Wi-Fi | - |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
Released | 2013-02-19 | 2012-02-28 |
Body design | 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 measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16MP | 18MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4896 x 3672 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 12800 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Total focus points | - | 9 |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 23-481mm (20.9x) | 25-250mm (10.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/2.8-5.9 | f/3.3-5.9 |
Macro focusing distance | - | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 4.8 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of display | 922 thousand dot | 461 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Display tech | 308 ppi, HD Super Clear Touch Display | ClearPhoto TFT LCD display |
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 speed | - | 10.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 3.70 m |
Flash settings | - | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
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 data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
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 | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 300 grams (0.66 pounds) | 133 grams (0.29 pounds) |
Dimensions | 129 x 71 x 19mm (5.1" x 2.8" x 0.7") | 95 x 56 x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" 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 life | - | 240 photos |
Battery form | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | - | NP-BN |
Self timer | - | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | micro SD/micro SDHC/micro SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo/Pro-HG Duo |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Cost at launch | $450 | $300 |