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Comparison of Sony Cyber-shot DSC-G3 and Samsung Galaxy S6 [S]ave

Attribute
Sony Cyber-shot DSC-G3 ×
Samsung Galaxy S6 ×
General
ModelSony Cyber-shot DSC-G3Samsung Galaxy S6
BrandSonySamsung
Manufacturer urlhttps://www.sony.com/https://www.samsung.com
Model numberDSC-G3Galaxy S6
Camera formatUltra CompactOther
Release year (year)20092015
Tripod mount+-
Length (mm)10271
Width (mm)197
Height (mm)62143
Weight (g)198138
Waterproof--
Image Sensor
Sensor typeCCDCMOS
Sensor manufacturerSony Super HADSony or Samsung
Effective megapixels (MP)10.116
Sensor format1/2.3 inch1/2.6 inch
Sensor area (mm²)28.0722.39
Sensor width (mm)6.175.46
Sensor height (mm)4.554.1
Approximate pixel pitch (micron)1.691.12
Aspect ratio4:3, 3:24:3
Color filter typeRGBGRGBG
Anti aliasing filter-None
Self-cleaning--
Sensor shift image stabilization--
On-sensor phase detect-+
Image Capture
Image resolution
  • 1920 x 1080(2.1 mp 16:9)
  • 2048 x 1536(3.1 mp 4:3)
  • 2592 x 1944(5.0 mp 4:3)
  • 3648 x 2056(7.5 mp other)
  • 3648 x 2736(10.0 mp 4:3)
  • 640 x 480(0.3 mp 4:3)
  • 5312 x 2988(15.9 mp 16:9)
Image file format
  • jpeg
  • jpeg
Continuous-mode (fps)1.6-
Video Capture
Can take movies++
Movie resolution
  • 320x240
  • 640x480
  • 1280x720
  • 1280x720
  • 1920x1080
  • 2560x1440
  • 3840x2160
  • 640x480
Movie max framerate (fps)-120
Composite video out+-
Ntsc/pal switchable video+-
Hd video out+-
Hd video connectionHDMI-
Lens and Optics
LensCarl Zeiss Vario-Tessar lens (Internal); 12 elements in 10 groupsFixed focal length and aperture
Focal length (35mm equivalent) (mm)35.00 - 140.0028.00
Focal length (actual) (mm)7.004.00
Zoom ratio (x)41
Aperture range (f)0.10 - 0.290.53
Integrated nd filter--
Optical image stabilization++
Digital zoom++
Digital zoom values (x)
  • 2
  • 4
Auto Focus
Auto focus++
Auto focus typeContrast Detection, 9-pointsHybrid Phase/Contrast Detection: Face Detection, Smile Detection, Tracking AF
Auto focus assist light++
Manual focus++
Viewfinder
ViewfinderLCDNo / OLED
Focus peaking--
Display
Eye-level viewfinder--
Rear display++
Rear display size (inch)3.55.1
Rear display resolution (dots)921,6007,372,800
Touchscreen-+
Articulating screen--
Tilt swivel screen--
Selfie screen-+
Top deck display--
Exposure
Maximum iso (native)-800
Minimum iso (native)-100
Iso settingsAuto, 80, 100, 200, 400, 800, 1600, 3200Auto, 100, 200, 400, 800
Auto iso mode++
White balance settings
  • auto
  • cloudy
  • daylight
  • flash wb
  • fluorescent 1/2/3
  • incandescent
  • auto
  • cloudy
  • daylight
  • fluorescent
  • incandescent
Shutter speed range (s)1/1000 - 1-
Bulb mode--
Exposure compensation+/- 2.0EV in 0.3EV steps-
Explosure metering modesMulti-pattern-
Program auto exposure++
Aperture priority--
Shutter priority--
Full manual exposure--
Creative exposure modesEasy Shooting, High Sensitivity,Twilight, Twilight Portrait, Soft Snap, Landscape, Beach, Snow, Fireworks, Hi-speed ShutterPro (can adjust exposure compensation, ISO, WB, focus and color effect), HDR, Selective Focus, Panorama, Slow Motion, Fast Motion
Self timer (s)
  • 2
  • 10
  • 2
  • 5
  • 10
High resolution composite--
Flash
Built-in flash++
Flash modes
  • auto
  • off
  • on
  • slow synch
  • auto
  • led
  • off
  • on
Flash range descriptionISO Auto: Approx.0.08-Approx.4.3m (Approx.0.26None provided
Image Storage
Usable memory types
  • ms duo
  • ms pro du
-
Dual card slots--
Raw capture support--
Included memory (MB)4,00032,000
Included memory typeInternalInternal only; 32GB, 64GB and 128GB versions
Connectivity
Built-in wi-fi++
NFC-+
Bluetooth-+
Built-in gps-+
Microphone jack--
Headphone jack-+
External connections
  • usb 2.0 high speed
  • wifi
  • bluetooth
  • usb 2.0 high speed
  • wifi
Pictbridge compliant+-
Dpof compliant+-
Remote control--
Connections (extended)
  • mutli-use connector
  • micro-usb for transfer and charging
Performance Timing
Max cycle time for jpeg shooting (s/frame)1.87-
Camera penalizes early shutter press--
Jpeg shooting speed in burst mode (max resolution) (fps)1.6-
Shutter lag (full af, wide/mid) (s)0.31-
Shutter lag (full af, tele) (s)0.39-
Shutter lag (prefocused) (s)0.01-
Startup time (s)2.6-
Flash cycle time, full power (s)5.4-
Power
Battery life, stills (cipa rating monitor/live view) (shots)200-
Battery form factorProprietary InfoLITHIUM D type 3.6VProprietary Internal 2550mAh
Usable battery types
  • lithium-ion rechargeable
  • lithium-ion rechargeable
Batteries included1 x Proprietary InfoLITHIUM Lithium-ion rechargeaProprietary Internal Lithium-ion Rechargeable
Battery charger included (dedicated charger or ac/usb adapter)++
Dedicated battery charger included--
Internal charging supported-+
Software
Included software
  • sony cd-rom
-
Os compatibility
  • mac os
  • windows
-
Miscellaneous
Notes and featuresWi-Fi enabled with world's first built-in web browser, Optical SteadyShot image stabilization, Smile ShutterAvailable in black, white or gold/platinum. Camera specs are preliminary and subject to change.



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