Samsung Galaxy Camera vs Sony WX300
90 Imaging
40 Features
55 Overall
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94 Imaging
42 Features
38 Overall
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Samsung Galaxy Camera vs Sony WX300 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
- Alternate Name is Wi-Fi
(Full Review)
- 18MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-500mm (F3.5-6.5) lens
- 166g - 96 x 55 x 25mm
- Introduced February 2013
- Replacement is Sony WX350
Samsung Galaxy Camera vs Sony WX300 Overview
On this page, we are contrasting the Samsung Galaxy Camera and Sony WX300, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by manufacturers Samsung and Sony. The resolution of the Galaxy Camera (16MP) and the WX300 (18MP) is fairly similar and both cameras offer the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").
Photobucket discusses licensing 13 billion images with AI firmsThe Galaxy Camera was launched at a similar time to the WX300 which means that they are of a similar age. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before diving into a thorough comparison, here is a concise synopsis of how the Galaxy Camera scores versus the WX300 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Samsung Galaxy Camera vs Sony WX300 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Samsung Galaxy Camera & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX300. The complete galleries are viewable at Samsung Galaxy Camera Gallery & Sony WX300 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung Galaxy Camera over the Sony WX300
Galaxy Camera | WX300 | |||
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Focus manually | More accurate focusing | |||
Display dimensions | 4.8" | 3" | Larger display (+1.8") | |
Display resolution | 922k | 460k | Crisper display (+462k dot) | |
Touch display | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Sony WX300 over the Samsung Galaxy Camera
WX300 | Galaxy Camera |
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Common features in the Samsung Galaxy Camera and Sony WX300
Galaxy Camera | WX300 | |||
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Introduced | February 2013 | February 2013 | Similar age | |
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Selfie screen | Neither comes with selfie screen |
Samsung Galaxy Camera vs Sony WX300 Physical Comparison
In case you're looking to carry around your camera often, you are going to need to factor its weight and volume. The Samsung Galaxy Camera comes with physical measurements of 129mm x 71mm x 19mm (5.1" x 2.8" x 0.7") with a weight of 300 grams (0.66 lbs) and the Sony WX300 has sizing of 96mm x 55mm x 25mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.0") and a weight of 166 grams (0.37 lbs).
Look at the Samsung Galaxy Camera and Sony WX300 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are working with at that time. Here is a front view dimensions comparison of the Galaxy Camera against the WX300.
Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the Galaxy Camera and WX300 is 90 and 94 respectively.
Samsung Galaxy Camera vs Sony WX300 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it is very difficult to visualise the contrast between sensor sizes simply by reading specifications. The image below may provide you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the Galaxy Camera and WX300.
Plainly, the 2 cameras have the same sensor dimensions but not the same MP. You can anticipate the Sony WX300 to deliver more detail utilizing its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also make it easier to crop pics a bit more aggressively.
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Samsung Galaxy Camera vs Sony WX300 Specifications
Samsung Galaxy Camera | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX300 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Samsung | Sony |
Model type | Samsung Galaxy Camera | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX300 |
Also called as | Wi-Fi | - |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Introduced | 2013-02-19 | 2013-02-20 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | 1.4GHz Quad-Core | - |
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 surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 18 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4896 x 3672 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 23-481mm (20.9x) | 25-500mm (20.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/2.8-5.9 | f/3.5-6.5 |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 4.8 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of display | 922k dot | 460k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Display tech | 308 ppi, HD Super Clear Touch Display | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 16s | 4s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/1600s |
Continuous shutter speed | - | 10.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 4.30 m |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB 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, 50 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | AVCHD |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
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 lbs) | 166 grams (0.37 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 129 x 71 x 19mm (5.1" x 2.8" x 0.7") | 96 x 55 x 25mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.0") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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-BX1 |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | micro SD/micro SDHC/micro SDXC | SD/ SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Pro Duo/ Pro-HG Duo |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Pricing at release | $450 | $330 |