Canon SX160 IS vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G

Lets look more closely at the Canon SX160 IS versus Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by companies Canon and Samsung. The image resolution of the SX160 IS (16MP) and the Galaxy Camera 4G (16MP) is fairly similar and both cameras posses the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

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The SX160 IS was released 10 months after the Galaxy Camera 4G which means that they are of a similar age. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before going into a more detailed comparison, here is a simple summation of how the SX160 IS matches up versus the Galaxy Camera 4G when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot SX160 IS & Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G. The complete galleries are viewable at Canon SX160 IS Gallery & Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G Gallery.

For anybody who is looking to carry around your camera often, you're going to have to take into account its weight and proportions. The Canon SX160 IS has exterior measurements of 111mm x 73mm x 44mm (4.4" x 2.9" x 1.7") along with a weight of 291 grams (0.64 lbs) while the Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G has measurements of 129mm x 71mm x 19mm (5.1" x 2.8" x 0.7") and a weight of 305 grams (0.67 lbs).

Check the Canon SX160 IS versus Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you have at the time. Here is a front view scale comparison of the SX160 IS and the Galaxy Camera 4G.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SX160 IS and Galaxy Camera 4G is 86 and 90 respectively.

Typically, it is difficult to picture the contrast between sensor sizes just by reading technical specs. The image underneath should provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the SX160 IS and Galaxy Camera 4G.

As you have seen, both cameras come with the identical sensor size and the identical MP therefore you can expect similar quality of images though you should take the launch date of the products into consideration. The more recent SX160 IS provides an advantage when it comes to sensor tech.