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Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G vs Olympus XZ-10 Comparison

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16 MP | 1/2.3" (6.17 x 4.55 mm) BSI-CMOS Sensor

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Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G vs Olympus XZ-10 Comparison Overview

Here we are comparing Galaxy Camera 3G and XZ-10, two Compact cameras from Samsung and Olympus. Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G is a Small Sensor Superzoom class camera and Olympus Stylus XZ-10 is a Small Sensor Compact class camera.

Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G was introduced to market in August 2012 and Olympus XZ-10 was launched in January 2013. There is only 5 months difference between Galaxy Camera 3G and XZ-10 so we are expecting this to be a fair comparison regarding age and technology level.

Here is a brief look at the main features of Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G and Olympus XZ-10 before getting into our more detailed comparison.

Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Key Specs

  • Announcement Date: 2012-08-29
  • 16MP - 1/2.3-inch BSI-CMOS Sensor
  • ISO 100 - 3200
  • 23-481 mm Zoom Lens
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 4.80" Fixed Type Screen
  • fps continuous shooting
  • Full HD - 1920 x 1080 video resolution
  • Built-in Wireless
  • Built-in GPS
  • 305g. 129 x 71 x 19 mm

Olympus XZ-10 Key Specs

  • Announcement Date: 2013-01-30
  • 12MP - 1/2.3-inch BSI-CMOS Sensor
  • ISO 100 - 6400
  • 26-130 mm F1.8-2.7 Zoom Lens
  • Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
  • 3.00" Fixed Type Screen
  • 5.0fps continuous shooting
  • Full HD - 1920 x 1080 video resolution
  • 221g. 102 x 61 x 34 mm

Let's read on the following sections in order to better understand in detail how Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G and Olympus XZ-10 compares and hopefully end up with enough arguments to decide which one is better for you.


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Reasons to choose Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G over Olympus Stylus XZ-10
Wireless Connection
Built-In vs Eye-Fi Connected Better connectivity
GPS
BuiltIn vs None track your location
Max Sensor Resolution
16 MP vs 12 MP 33% more pixels
LCD Screen Size
4.8" vs 3" 1.8 inches larger display
Focal Length - Wide
23mm vs 26mm 3 mm wider coverage
Focal Length - Tele
481mm vs 130mm 351 mm longer tele reach
Optical Zoom
20.9× vs 5× more flexible focal coverage
Max Aperture - Wide
vs 1.80 faster lens at wide
Max Aperture - Tele
vs 2.70 faster lens at tele
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Reasons to choose Olympus Stylus XZ-10 over Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G
Built-in Flash
Yes vs No Useful in low-light
External Flash Shoe
Yes vs No Better for flash photography
RAW Support
Yes vs No Better image quality
Face Detection Focus
Yes vs No very handy for portraits
Max ISO
6.400 vs 3.200 100% higher Max ISO
Weight
221 g vs 305 g 84 g lighter
AE Bracketing
Yes vs No Useful for tough lighting conditions and HDR
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Common Strengths of Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G and Olympus Stylus XZ-10
Image Stabilization
Optical vs Sensor-shift Sharper images at longer focal lengths and long exposures
Touch Screen
Yes vs Yes Easy control of camera functions
Max Aperture - Wide
vs 1.80 Fast lenses at wide
Max Aperture - Tele
vs 2.70 Fast lenses at tele
Common Weaknesses of Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G and Olympus Stylus XZ-10
Fixed Screen
Fixed Type vs No No flexible viewing angles
Viewfinder
None vs None No eye-level shooting option
Environmental Sealing
No vs No not suitable for tough conditions
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Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G vs Olympus XZ-10: Physical Specs and Body features Comparison

Size and weight is a big decision factor when you are trying to find the ideal camera for your needs. In this section, We are going to illustrate Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G and Olympus XZ-10 side-by-side from the front, back and top in their relative dimensions. Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G has external dimensions of 129 x 71 x 19 mm (5.08 x 2.8 x 0.75″) and weighs 305 g (0.67 lb / 10.76 oz) (including batteries). Olympus XZ-10 has external dimensions of 102 x 61 x 34 mm (4.03 x 2.41 x 1.35″) and weighs 221 g (0.49 lb / 7.80 oz) (including batteries).

Below you can see the front view size comparison of Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G and Olympus XZ-10. Olympus XZ-10 is 27mm narrower and 10mm shorter than Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G but it is also 15mm thicker.

Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G vs Olympus XZ-10 Camera Size Comparison - Front View
Comparison image of Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G and Olympus XZ-10 Size, Weight and External Dimensions - Front View

Now lets look at the top view comparison of Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G and Olympus XZ-10.
Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G vs Olympus XZ-10 Camera Size Comparison - Top View
Top View Comparison image of Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G and Olympus XZ-10 Size

Weight is another important factor especially when deciding on a camera that you want to carry with you all day. Olympus XZ-10 is significantly lighter (84g ) than the Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G which may become a big advantage especially on long walking trips.

Weight Comparison

Compact Cameras

Galaxy Camera 3G
XZ-10
Min
Average
Max
Thickness Comparison

Compact Cameras

Galaxy Camera 3G
XZ-10
Min
Average
Max

Weather Sealing

Unfortunately neither Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G nor Olympus Stylus XZ-10 provides any type of weather sealing in their body, so you have to give extra care especially when you are shooting outdoors. If weather sealing is a must-have feature for you, check these sections:
Top Compact Cameras with Weather Sealing

LCD Screen Size and Features

Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G's 4.80" LCD screen is slightly larger than Olympus XZ-10's 3" screen.

Unfortunately, both cameras has fixed screens so they don't tilt or flip in directions.
Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G vs Olympus XZ-10: Sensor Comparison

Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G has a 16.0MP 1/2.3-inch (6.17 x 4.55 mm ) sized BSI-CMOS sensor and features 1.4GHz Quad-Core processor. On the other hand, Olympus XZ-10 has a 12.0MP 1/2.3-inch (6.17 x 4.55 mm ) sized BSI-CMOS sensor .

Below you can see the Galaxy Camera 3G and XZ-10 sensor size comparison.

Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G vs Olympus XZ-10 Sensor Size Comparison
Sensor Size and Resolution Comparison image of Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G and Olympus XZ-10 Cameras


Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G and Olympus XZ-10 have the same sensor sizes so they will provide same level of control over the depth of field when used with same focal length and aperture.

Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G vs Olympus XZ-10 Lens Specs Comparison

Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G features a 23-481 mm 20.9× zoom lens whereas Olympus XZ-10 features a 26-130 mm F1.8-2.7 5× zoom lens.

Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G has 3mm wider coverage than the Olympus XZ-10. At f, it is also faster at widest end. On the tele end, Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G has 351mm longer reach than the Olympus XZ-10. At f, it is also faster at tele end.

Wide Coverage

Compact Cameras

Galaxy Camera 3G
XZ-10
Widest - Olympus TG-850 iHS
Average
Telezoom

Compact Cameras

Galaxy Camera 3G
XZ-10
Longest - Canon SX520 HS
Average
Max Aperture at Tele

Compact Cameras

Galaxy Camera 3G
XZ-10
Fastest - Ricoh GR Digital IV
Average
Max Aperture at Wide

Compact Cameras

Galaxy Camera 3G
XZ-10
Fastest - Leica D-Lux 6
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What types of Photography are Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G and Olympus XZ-10 Good for?
In this section, we rank and compare Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G and Olympus XZ-10 for five different photography types in order to make your decision process easier in case you are specifically interested in one or more of these areas.

Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G for Portrait Photography

POOR

Olympus XZ-10 for Portrait Photography

AVERAGE
Image Stabilization
Average Resolution Sensor: 16.0MP
Small 1/2.3" (6.17 x 4.55 mm) sensor
No RAW shooting capability
No External Flash Shoe
No Built-in Viewfinder
No Manual Focus Mode
No Manual Exposure Mode
Not so good Ergonomics&Handling
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Image Stabilization
RAW shooting capability
External Flash Shoe
Manual Focus Mode
Manual Exposure Mode
Average Resolution Sensor: 12.0MP
Small 1/2.3" (6.17 x 4.55 mm) sensor
No Built-in Viewfinder
Not so good Ergonomics&Handling
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Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G for Street Photography

AVERAGE

Olympus XZ-10 for Street Photography

EXCELLENT
Image Stabilization
Small Body
Live-view
Fast Lens at Wide: f
23 mm - Good Wide Angle Coverage
Small 1/2.3" (6.17 x 4.55 mm) sensor
No RAW shooting capability
No Built-in Viewfinder
No Manual Focus Mode
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Image Stabilization
RAW shooting capability
Manual Focus Mode
Small Body
Live-view
Face-Detection Focusing
Fast Lens at Wide: f1.80
26 mm - Good Wide Angle Coverage
Small 1/2.3" (6.17 x 4.55 mm) sensor
No Built-in Viewfinder
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Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G for Sports Photography

POOR

Olympus XZ-10 for Sports Photography

POOR
Image Stabilization
Wireless Connection
481 mm Tele Lens
Fast Lens at Tele: f
No RAW shooting capability
No External Flash Shoe
No Built-in Viewfinder
No Manual Focus Mode
No Manual Exposure Mode
Not so good Ergonomics&Handling
Environmental Sealings
Slow Max shutter speed: 1/s
Focus Points
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Image Stabilization
RAW shooting capability
External Flash Shoe
Manual Focus Mode
Manual Exposure Mode
35 Focus Points
Fast Lens at Tele: f2.70
Average Continuous Shooting: 5.0fps
Average Max shutter speed: 1/2000s
130 mm Tele Lens
No Built-in Viewfinder
Not so good Ergonomics&Handling
Environmental Sealings
Poor Battery Life: 240 shots
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Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G for Daily Photography

AVERAGE

Olympus XZ-10 for Daily Photography

GOOD
Compact Body
Body Thickness 19mm
20.9X Optical Zoom
Small 1/2.3" (6.17 x 4.55 mm) sensor
No RAW shooting capability
305g
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RAW shooting capability
Compact Body
221g
5.0X Optical Zoom
Small 1/2.3" (6.17 x 4.55 mm) sensor
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Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G for Landscape Photography

POOR

Olympus XZ-10 for Landscape Photography

POOR
23 mm - Good Wide Angle Coverage
Built-in GPS
Average Resolution Sensor: 16.0MP
Small 1/2.3" (6.17 x 4.55 mm) sensor
No RAW shooting capability
No Manual Focus Mode
No Manual Exposure Mode
No Environmental Sealings
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RAW shooting capability
Manual Focus Mode
Manual Exposure Mode
26 mm - Good Wide Angle Coverage
Average Resolution Sensor: 12.0MP
Small 1/2.3" (6.17 x 4.55 mm) sensor
No Environmental Sealings
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Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G vs Olympus XZ-10: OUR DECISION

You may have already made your decision about which camera suits better for your needs and your budget so far but in case you wonder how we rated Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G and Olympus XZ-10, below you can find their scores in five different aspects. Our Decision Algorithm dynamically scores cameras using 69 different specs, current price and DxO Mark scores (where possible) in order to make a more objective and consistent comparison.

Here is a summary of how Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G and Olympus XZ-10 scores compare:

Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G
Imaging
Features
Value
Portability
Overall
Ranked #270 out of 477 in Compact cameras
Ranked #901 out of 1243 in all Cameras
Olympus XZ-10
Imaging
Features
Value
Portability
Overall
Ranked #32 out of 477 in Compact cameras
Ranked #430 out of 1243 in all Cameras

Olympus XZ-10 is the clear winner of this comparison. It has a higher Overall Score and beats Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G in all criteria.
It has better general image quality, more features, more compact body and offers more value for the money

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Olympus XZ-10 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Specs Table
Detailed comparison of specifications
General Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Olympus Stylus XZ-10
Brand Samsung Olympus
Announced 2012-08-29 2013-01-30
Body Type Compact Compact
Sensor
Type BSI-CMOS BSI-CMOS
Size 1/2.3-inch 1/2.3-inch
Dimensions 6.17 x 4.55 mm 6.17 x 4.55 mm
Area 28.07mm2 28.07mm2
Megapixels 16 megapixels 12 megapixels
Max Resolution 3968 x 2976
Max Native Light sensitivity 3,200 ISO 6,400 ISO
Min Native Light sensitivity 100 ISO 100 ISO
RAW Support
Autofocus
AF Touch
AF Continuous
AF Single
AF Tracking
AF Selective
AF Center
AF Multi Area
AF Live View
AF Face Detection
AF Contrast Detection
AF Phase Detection
Number of Focus Points n/a 35
Lens
Manual Focus
Lens Mount fixed lens fixed lens
Lens Focal Range 23-481 mm (20.9×) 26-130 mm (5×)
Max Aperture no lens F1.8-2.7
Macro Focus Range n/a 1cm
Screen
Type Fixed type Fixed type
Size 4.80" 3.00"
Resolution 0k dots 920k dots
Touch Screen
Viewfinder
Viewfinder None None
Photography Features
Max Mechanical Shutter n/a 1/2000s
Shutter Priority
Aperture Priority
Manual Exposure Mode
Custom White Balance
Built-in Image Stabilization Optical Sensor-shift
Built-in Flash
Max Flash Sync s n/a
External Flash
Continuous Shooting n/a 5.0 fps
Multi-Segment Metering
Average Metering
Spot Metering
Partial Metering
AF-Area Metering
Center Weighted Metering
AE Bracketing
WB Bracketing
Video Features
Max Video Resolution 1920 x 1080 1920 x 1080
Video Formats MPEG-4, H.264 MPEG-4, H.264
Microphone Port
Headphone Port
Connectivity
Wireless Connectivity Built-In Eye-Fi Connected
HDMI
Physical
Environmental Sealing
Weight 305g 221g
Dimensions 129 x 71 x 19mm 102 x 61 x 34mm
Battery Life n/a 240 shots
Other Features
Timelapse Recording
GPS Built-in None
DxO Sensor Scores
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