Samsung Galaxy Camera vs Sony ZV-1
90 Imaging
40 Features
55 Overall
46
88 Imaging
55 Features
86 Overall
67
Samsung Galaxy Camera vs Sony ZV-1 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
- Also Known as Wi-Fi
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1" Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Display
- ISO 125 - 12800 (Bump to 25600)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 3840 x 2160 video
- 24-70mm (F1.8-2.8) lens
- 294g - 105 x 60 x 44mm
- Launched May 2020
- Replacement is Sony ZV-1 II
Samsung Galaxy Camera vs Sony ZV-1 Overview
Following is a in-depth overview of the Samsung Galaxy Camera versus Sony ZV-1, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Large Sensor Compact by manufacturers Samsung and Sony. The resolution of the Galaxy Camera (16MP) and the ZV-1 (20MP) is very comparable but the Galaxy Camera (1/2.3") and ZV-1 (1") have totally different sensor size.
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD CardsThe Galaxy Camera was announced 8 years earlier than the ZV-1 which is a fairly serious gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both the cameras feature different body design with the Samsung Galaxy Camera being a Compact camera and the Sony ZV-1 being a Large Sensor Compact camera.
Before delving right into a in depth comparison, here is a concise view of how the Galaxy Camera scores against the ZV-1 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Samsung Galaxy Camera vs Sony ZV-1 Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pics for Samsung Galaxy Camera and Sony ZV-1. The whole galleries are provided at Samsung Galaxy Camera Gallery and Sony ZV-1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung Galaxy Camera over the Sony ZV-1
Galaxy Camera | ZV-1 | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
Display size | 4.8" | 3" | Larger display (+1.8") |
Reasons to pick Sony ZV-1 over the Samsung Galaxy Camera
ZV-1 | Galaxy Camera | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
Launched | May 2020 | February 2013 | More modern by 88 months | |
Display type | Fully Articulated | Fixed | Fully Articulating display | |
Selfie screen | Take selfies |
Common features in the Samsung Galaxy Camera and Sony ZV-1
Galaxy Camera | ZV-1 | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
Focus manually | Dial precise focus | |||
Display resolution | 922k | 922k | Same display resolution | |
Touch friendly display | Easily navigate |
Samsung Galaxy Camera vs Sony ZV-1 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is planning to carry around your camera regularly, you are going to need to consider its weight and proportions. The Samsung Galaxy Camera provides physical dimensions 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 ZV-1 has measurements of 105mm x 60mm x 44mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.7") having a weight of 294 grams (0.65 lbs).
Check the Samsung Galaxy Camera versus Sony ZV-1 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you choose at that time. Following is a front view dimension comparison of the Galaxy Camera and the ZV-1.
Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the Galaxy Camera and ZV-1 is 90 and 88 respectively.
Samsung Galaxy Camera vs Sony ZV-1 Sensor Comparison
Often, it is very difficult to envision the gap in sensor sizes simply by seeing specs. The pic below may provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the Galaxy Camera and ZV-1.
As you can plainly see, both of these cameras feature different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The Galaxy Camera having a smaller sensor will make shooting shallow DOF more difficult and the Sony ZV-1 will provide more detail with its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop pics way more aggressively. The more aged Galaxy Camera will be disadvantaged in sensor technology.
Samsung Galaxy Camera vs Sony ZV-1 Screen and ViewFinder
Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison
Street Comparison
Sports Comparison
Travel Comparison
Landscape Comparison
Vlogging Comparison
Samsung Galaxy Camera vs Sony ZV-1 Specifications
Samsung Galaxy Camera | Sony ZV-1 | |
---|---|---|
General Information | ||
Company | Samsung | Sony |
Model type | Samsung Galaxy Camera | Sony ZV-1 |
Also Known as | Wi-Fi | - |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Large Sensor Compact |
Launched | 2013-02-19 | 2020-05-27 |
Body design | Compact | Large Sensor Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | 1.4GHz Quad-Core | Bionz X |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 13.2 x 8.8mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 116.2mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 20 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 5472 x 3648 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 12800 |
Highest enhanced ISO | - | 25600 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 125 |
RAW pictures | ||
Lowest enhanced ISO | - | 80 |
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Total focus points | - | 315 |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 23-481mm (20.9x) | 24-70mm (2.9x) |
Maximum aperture | f/2.8-5.9 | f/1.8-2.8 |
Macro focusing distance | - | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 2.7 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fully Articulated |
Screen size | 4.8 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of screen | 922k dot | 922k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Screen technology | 308 ppi, HD Super Clear Touch Display | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 16s | 30s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/2000s |
Fastest silent shutter speed | - | 1/32000s |
Continuous shutter speed | - | 24.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | - | no built-in flash |
Flash settings | - | Auto, Flash On, Slow Synchro, Rear Sync, Flash Off |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 | 3840 x 2160 @ 30p / 100 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 30p / 60 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 25p / 100 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 25p / 60 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 24p / 100 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 24p / 60 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 120p / 100 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 120p / 60 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 100p / 100 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 100p / 60 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 60p / 50 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 60p / 28 Mbps, MP4, H.264, AAC1920 x 1080 @ 60p / 28 Mbps, AVCHD, MTS, H.264, Dolby Digital1920 x 1080 @ 60i / 24 Mbps, AVCHD, MTS, H.264, Dolby Digital1920 x 1080 @ 60i / 17 Mbps, AVCHD, MTS, H.264, Dolby Digital1920 x 1080 @ 50p / 50 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 50p / 28 Mbps, MP4, H.264, AAC1920 x 1080 |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 3840x2160 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD, XAVC S |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | none | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | BuiltIn | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 300 grams (0.66 lb) | 294 grams (0.65 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 129 x 71 x 19mm (5.1" x 2.8" x 0.7") | 105 x 60 x 44mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.7") |
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 life | - | 260 photographs |
Type of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Self timer | - | Yes |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | micro SD/micro SDHC/micro SDXC | SD/ SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Pro Duo/ Pro-HG Duo |
Storage slots | One | One |
Launch price | $450 | $750 |