Samsung Galaxy Camera vs Sony A99
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![Samsung Galaxy Camera front Samsung Galaxy Camera front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Samsung-Galaxy-Camera/Samsung-Galaxy-Camera-front.jpg)
![Sony SLT-A99 front Sony SLT-A99 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Sony-SLT-A99/Sony-A99-front.jpg)
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Samsung Galaxy Camera vs Sony A99 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
- Alternative Name is Wi-Fi
(Full Review)
- 24MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Display
- ISO 100 - 25600
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Sony/Minolta Alpha Mount
- 812g - 147 x 111 x 78mm
- Announced December 2012
- Succeeded the Sony A900
- Replacement is Sony A99 II
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Samsung Galaxy Camera vs Sony A99 Overview
In this article, we are matching up the Samsung Galaxy Camera vs Sony A99, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Advanced DSLR by competitors Samsung and Sony. There is a significant difference among the sensor resolutions of the Galaxy Camera (16MP) and A99 (24MP) and the Galaxy Camera (1/2.3") and A99 (Full frame) come with totally different sensor dimensions.
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The Galaxy Camera was unveiled 3 months later than the A99 and they are both of a similar generation. Both the cameras offer different body type with the Samsung Galaxy Camera being a Compact camera and the Sony A99 being a Mid-size SLR camera.
Before delving through a more detailed comparison, below is a simple introduction of how the Galaxy Camera matches up against the A99 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
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Samsung Galaxy Camera vs Sony A99 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Samsung Galaxy Camera and Sony SLT-A99. The full galleries are viewable at Samsung Galaxy Camera Gallery and Sony A99 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung Galaxy Camera over the Sony A99
Galaxy Camera | A99 | |||
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Display sizing | 4.8" | ![]() | 3" | Larger display (+1.8") |
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Sony A99 over the Samsung Galaxy Camera
A99 | Galaxy Camera | |||
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Display type | Fully Articulated | ![]() | Fixed | Fully Articulating display |
Display resolution | 1229k | ![]() | 922k | Sharper display (+307k dot) |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Easy selfies |
Common features in the Samsung Galaxy Camera and Sony A99
Galaxy Camera | A99 | |||
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Announced | February 2013 | ![]() | December 2012 | Same generation |
Focus manually | ![]() | More precise focus |
Samsung Galaxy Camera vs Sony A99 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is aiming to carry your camera regularly, you will need to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Samsung Galaxy Camera enjoys outer measurements of 129mm x 71mm x 19mm (5.1" x 2.8" x 0.7") with a weight of 300 grams (0.66 lbs) whilst the Sony A99 has dimensions of 147mm x 111mm x 78mm (5.8" x 4.4" x 3.1") with a weight of 812 grams (1.79 lbs).
Analyze the Samsung Galaxy Camera vs Sony A99 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you have at that moment. Following is the front view measurement comparison of the Galaxy Camera vs the A99.
![Samsung Galaxy Camera vs Sony A99 size comparison Samsung Galaxy Camera vs Sony A99 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Samsung-Galaxy-Camera-vs-Sony-SLT-A99-size-comparison.jpg)
Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the Galaxy Camera and A99 is 90 and 57 respectively.
![Samsung Galaxy Camera vs Sony A99 top view buttons comparison Samsung Galaxy Camera vs Sony A99 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Samsung-Galaxy-Camera-vs-Sony-SLT-A99-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Samsung Galaxy Camera vs Sony A99 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it's difficult to visualise the gap in sensor sizing just by going through a spec sheet. The photograph underneath will help provide you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the Galaxy Camera and A99.
As you can see, both of those cameras offer different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The Galaxy Camera having a smaller sensor will make shooting shallow DOF trickier and the Sony A99 will produce extra detail having an extra 8MP. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop photos a little more aggressively.
![Samsung Galaxy Camera vs Sony A99 sensor size comparison Samsung Galaxy Camera vs Sony A99 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Samsung-Galaxy-Camera-vs-Sony-SLT-A99-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Samsung Galaxy Camera vs Sony A99 Screen and ViewFinder
![Samsung Galaxy Camera vs Sony A99 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Samsung Galaxy Camera vs Sony A99 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Samsung-Galaxy-Camera-vs-Sony-SLT-A99-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison
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Street Comparison
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Sports Comparison
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Travel Comparison
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Landscape Comparison
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Vlogging Comparison
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Samsung Galaxy Camera vs Sony A99 Specifications
Samsung Galaxy Camera | Sony SLT-A99 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Samsung | Sony |
Model | Samsung Galaxy Camera | Sony SLT-A99 |
Also referred to as | Wi-Fi | - |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Advanced DSLR |
Released | 2013-02-19 | 2012-12-12 |
Physical type | Compact | Mid-size SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | 1.4GHz Quad-Core | Bionz |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | Full frame |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 35.8 x 23.8mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 852.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 24 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 6000 x 4000 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 25600 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | - | 19 |
Cross focus points | - | 11 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | Sony/Minolta Alpha |
Lens focal range | 23-481mm (20.9x) | - |
Maximal aperture | f/2.8-5.9 | - |
Total lenses | - | 143 |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 1 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fully Articulated |
Display size | 4.8 inches | 3 inches |
Display resolution | 922k dots | 1,229k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Display technology | 308 ppi, HD Super Clear Touch Display | TFT Xtra Fine color LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | - | 2,359k dots |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.71x |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 16 seconds | 30 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/8000 seconds |
Continuous shutter rate | - | 10.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | - | no built-in flash |
Flash modes | - | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, High Speed Sync, Rear Curtain, Fill-in, Wireless |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Fastest flash synchronize | - | 1/250 seconds |
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, 24 fps), 1440 x 1080 (30fps), 640 x 424 (29.97 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD, H.264 |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | none | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | BuiltIn | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 300g (0.66 lbs) | 812g (1.79 lbs) |
Dimensions | 129 x 71 x 19mm (5.1" x 2.8" x 0.7") | 147 x 111 x 78mm (5.8" x 4.4" x 3.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | 89 |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | 25.0 |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | 14.0 |
DXO Low light score | not tested | 1555 |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 500 photos |
Type of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | - | NP-FM500H |
Self timer | - | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | micro SD/micro SDHC/micro SDXC | Memory Stick PRO Duo/Pro-HG Duo; SD, SDHC and SDXC |
Card slots | 1 | Two |
Pricing at release | $450 | $1,998 |