Overall Score
57.0Category Breakdown
Overall(#4182)57.0
Performance(#12282)51.3
Camera(#1736)47.0
Display(#2141)79.0
Battery(#10825)43.5
Build(#2110)75.8
Comparisons Featuring Samsung Galaxy S4 zoom
Short Review
- The Samsung Galaxy S4 Zoom features a compact design with dimensions of 125.5 x 63.5 x 15.4 mm and a weight of 208 grams, utilizing a glass front with Gorilla Glass 3 and a plastic back.
- Its 4.3-inch Super AMOLED display offers a resolution of 540 x 960 pixels, providing decent clarity at approximately 256 ppi.
- Performance is driven by a dual-core 1.5 GHz Cortex-A9 CPU, supported by 1.5GB of RAM and an 8GB internal storage capacity.
- The standout feature is its 16 MP rear camera, equipped with a 10x optical zoom and optical image stabilization, capable of recording 1080p video at 30fps.
- The front-facing camera is 1.9 MP, suitable for basic selfies.
- The battery capacity is 2330 mAh, with no fast charging or wireless charging capabilities.
- It runs on Android 4.2.2 Jelly Bean, upgradable to 4.4.2 KitKat, providing a user-friendly interface.
- Connectivity options include Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 4.0, and NFC, but it lacks 5G support.
- The device does not offer water resistance and features a headphone jack for audio.
- Overall, the Galaxy S4 Zoom combines a camera-centric design with moderate performance and connectivity features.
Specifications
General
Release Date2013
Announced2013
DescriptionAlso known as Samsung Galaxy S4 zoom C1010, C101
Display
Size4.3"
TypeSuper AMOLED
Resolution540 x 960 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~256 ppi density)
PPI540
Refresh Rate60Hz
Peak BrightnessN/A
HDR Support✗
ProtectionCorning Gorilla Glass 3
Performance
ChipsetPega-Dual +XMM6262
CPUDual-core 1.5 GHz Cortex-A9
GPUMali-400
Memory8GB 1.5GB RAM
Expandable Storage✗
Card SlotmicroSDXC (dedicated slot)
Camera
Main Camera16 MP
Main Camera Details16 MP, 1/2.33", 24-240mm, 10x optical zoom, AF, OIS
Front Camera1.9 MP
Front Camera Details1.9 MP
Video Recording1080p@30fps
Selfie VideoN/A
OIS✓
Night Mode✗
RAW Support✗
Battery
Capacity2330 mAh
Battery DetailsLi-Ion 2330 mAh, removable
Charging DetailsN/A
Fast Charging✗
Wireless Charging✗
Build & Design
Dimensions125.5 x 63.5 x 15.4 mm (4.94 x 2.5 x 0.61 in)
Weight208 g
MaterialsGlass front (Gorilla Glass 3), plastic back, plastic frame
Water ResistanceN/A
ColorsWhite, Dynamic Black
Foldable✗
Connectivity
SIMMicro-SIM
NetworkGSM / HSPA / LTE
Network SpeedHSPA 21.1/5.76 Mbps, LTE Cat3 100/50 Mbps
5G✗
4G✓
WiFiWi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct, DLNA, hotspot
Bluetooth4.0, A2DP, LE, aptX
NFC✓
USBmicroUSB 2.0 (MHL TV-out), OTG
IR Blaster✗
Headphone Jack✓
Radio✗
PositioningGPS, GLONASS
Software
Operating SystemAndroid 4.2.2 (Jelly Bean), upgradable to 4.4.2 (KitKat)
OS VersionAndroid 4.2.2 (Jelly Bean), upgradable to 4.4.2 (KitKat)
Security
Fingerprint✗
Face Unlock✗
SensorsAccelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass
Audio
Stereo Speakers✗
LoudspeakerYes
Audio JackYes