Samsung Galaxy Camera vs Sony WX80
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40 Features
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Samsung Galaxy Camera vs Sony WX80 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
- Additionally Known as Wi-Fi
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200 (Push to 12800)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-224mm (F3.3-8.0) lens
- 124g - 92 x 52 x 22mm
- Announced January 2013
Samsung Galaxy Camera vs Sony WX80 Overview
Here, we are comparing the Samsung Galaxy Camera versus Sony WX80, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Samsung and Sony. The image resolution of the Galaxy Camera (16MP) and the WX80 (16MP) is fairly well matched and both cameras have the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").
Photobucket discusses licensing 13 billion images with AI firmsThe Galaxy Camera was manufactured 2 months after the WX80 so they are of a similar age. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before going right into a in-depth comparison, here is a simple summation of how the Galaxy Camera scores against the WX80 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Samsung Galaxy Camera vs Sony WX80 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Samsung Galaxy Camera & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX80. The entire galleries are available at Samsung Galaxy Camera Gallery & Sony WX80 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung Galaxy Camera over the Sony WX80
Galaxy Camera | WX80 | |||
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Manually focus | Very accurate focusing | |||
Display size | 4.8" | 2.7" | Larger display (+2.1") | |
Display resolution | 922k | 230k | Crisper display (+692k dot) | |
Touch display | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Sony WX80 over the Samsung Galaxy Camera
WX80 | Galaxy Camera |
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Common features in the Samsung Galaxy Camera and Sony WX80
Galaxy Camera | WX80 | |||
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Announced | February 2013 | January 2013 | Similar age | |
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Selfie screen | Missing selfie screen |
Samsung Galaxy Camera vs Sony WX80 Physical Comparison
When you are intending to carry around your camera frequently, you'll need to factor in its weight and size. The Samsung Galaxy Camera has physical dimensions of 129mm x 71mm x 19mm (5.1" x 2.8" x 0.7") having a weight of 300 grams (0.66 lbs) and the Sony WX80 has specifications of 92mm x 52mm x 22mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.9") along with a weight of 124 grams (0.27 lbs).
Compare the Samsung Galaxy Camera versus Sony WX80 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember that, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you have chosen at the time. Following is a front view over all size comparison of the Galaxy Camera against the WX80.
Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Galaxy Camera and WX80 is 90 and 96 respectively.
Samsung Galaxy Camera vs Sony WX80 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, its tough to see the difference between sensor sizes simply by reading through technical specs. The image here may provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the Galaxy Camera and WX80.
As you can tell, each of the cameras come with the identical sensor size and the same resolution so you can expect similar quality of photos however you might want to factor the launch date of the products into consideration.
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Samsung Galaxy Camera vs Sony WX80 Specifications
Samsung Galaxy Camera | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX80 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Samsung | Sony |
Model type | Samsung Galaxy Camera | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX80 |
Otherwise known as | Wi-Fi | - |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
Launched | 2013-02-19 | 2013-01-08 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | 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 | 16 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Maximum boosted ISO | - | 12800 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 23-481mm (20.9x) | 28-224mm (8.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/2.8-5.9 | f/3.3-8.0 |
Macro focusing distance | - | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 4.8 inches | 2.7 inches |
Resolution of screen | 922k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Screen tech | 308 ppi, HD Super Clear Touch Display | TFT LCD display |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 16 seconds | 4 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/1600 seconds |
Continuous shooting rate | - | 10.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 4.20 m |
Flash options | - | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync, Advanced Flash |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1440 x 1080 (60, 30 fps), 1280 x 720 ( 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
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 | 300g (0.66 lbs) | 124g (0.27 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 129 x 71 x 19mm (5.1" x 2.8" x 0.7") | 92 x 52 x 22mm (3.6" x 2.0" 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 photographs |
Battery style | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | - | NP-BN |
Self timer | - | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | micro SD/micro SDHC/micro SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Pricing at launch | $450 | $276 |