Samsung Galaxy Camera
Score: 88/100
Canon PowerShot SX740 HS Digital Camera
Score: 85/100Rankings
The Samsung Galaxy Camera EK-GC110 blends a 21× optical-zoom compact with Android 4.1/4.2, offering a large 4.8" HD touchscreen, full Google Play access and Full HD video. While its sensor size and battery life limit image quality and endurance, it excels at connectivity and creative flexibility for casual travelers.
The Canon PowerShot SX740 HS is a compact travel superzoom that packs a 40× optical lens, 4K video and a flip-up screen into a lightweight body, making it ideal for vacations and casual vlogging. It delivers solid zoom performance and stabilization but falls short on low-light image quality and lacks RAW support.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
16.3 MP | 20.3 MPbest | |
0.43 inchesbest | 0.43 inchesbest | |
21 x | 40 xbest | |
| ↓ lower better | 2.8 fbest | 3.3 f |
3,200 ISO | 6,400 ISObest | |
1,080 p | 2,160 pbest | |
120 fpsbest | 10 fps | |
225 shots | 265 shotsbest |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
Image Quality(4) | ||
Megapixels (MP) | 16.3 MP | 20.3 MP |
Optical Zoom (x) | 21 x | 40 x |
Maximum Aperture (f) | 2.8 f | 3.3 f |
Maximum ISO (ISO) | 3200 ISO | 6400 ISO |
Video(2) | ||
Video Resolution (p) | 1080 p | 2160 p |
Continuous Shooting Speed (fps) | 120 fps | 10.0 fps |
Battery & Power(1) | ||
Battery Life (shots) (shots) | 225 shots | 265 shots |
Build & Design(1) | ||
Weight (g) | 300 g | 299 g |
Display(2) | ||
Screen Size (in) | 4.8 in | 3.0 in |
Screen Resolution (dots) | 921600 dots | 922000 dots |
Connectivity(1) | ||
USB Port Type | microUSB | Micro USB |
Professional reviewers praised the Galaxy Camera for its bold hybrid design, large HD touchscreen and seamless Android integration, but noted the 1/2.3" sensor hampers image quality and the lack of RAW and front camera keep it from competing with dedicated high-end compacts.
Everyday users love the instant editing and sharing capabilities, the big touchscreen and 21× zoom for travel, but complain about noisy low-light images, limited battery endurance and occasional lag.
Professional reviewers acknowledge the SX740 HS as a capable travel superzoom with solid zoom and 4K video, yet note that its image quality doesn't outshine modern smartphones and the lack of RAW and touchscreen limit its appeal to enthusiasts.
Everyday users love the extreme zoom, one-hand operation and Wi-Fi/Bluetooth, but complain about shutter lag, soft images at max zoom, poor low-light performance and short battery life under heavy use.
“Zoom is incredible”
“Easy to use with one hand”
“Love the Wi-Fi/Bluetooth features”
