Canon SX400 IS vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G
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Canon SX400 IS vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G Key Specs
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- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-720mm (F3.4-5.8) lens
- 313g - 104 x 69 x 80mm
- Launched July 2014
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 4.8" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 23-481mm (F) lens
- 305g - 129 x 71 x 19mm
- Launched August 2012

Canon SX400 IS vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G Overview
Its time to take a deeper look at the Canon SX400 IS versus Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by manufacturers Canon and Samsung. The image resolution of the SX400 IS (16MP) and the Galaxy Camera 4G (16MP) is fairly close and both cameras provide the same sensor size (1/2.3").

The SX400 IS was announced 24 months later than the Galaxy Camera 4G making them a generation apart from one another. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before delving straight to a in depth comparison, here is a simple summation of how the SX400 IS matches up versus the Galaxy Camera 4G when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Canon SX400 IS vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot SX400 IS and Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G. The whole galleries are available at Canon SX400 IS Gallery and Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SX400 IS over the Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G
SX400 IS | Galaxy Camera 4G | |||
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Launched | July 2014 | ![]() | August 2012 | More recent by 24 months |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 0k | Crisper display (+230k dot) |
Reasons to pick Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G over the Canon SX400 IS
Galaxy Camera 4G | SX400 IS | |||
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Display dimensions | 4.8" | ![]() | 3" | Larger display (+1.8") |
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Canon SX400 IS and Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G
SX400 IS | Galaxy Camera 4G | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Lack of manual focusing | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Missing selfie screen |
Canon SX400 IS vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G Physical Comparison
If you are aiming to lug around your camera frequently, you will have to take into account its weight and proportions. The Canon SX400 IS has got external dimensions of 104mm x 69mm x 80mm (4.1" x 2.7" x 3.1") and a weight of 313 grams (0.69 lbs) while the Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G has measurements of 129mm x 71mm x 19mm (5.1" x 2.8" x 0.7") having a weight of 305 grams (0.67 lbs).
Compare the Canon SX400 IS versus Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you select at the time. Following is a front view size comparison of the SX400 IS vs the Galaxy Camera 4G.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SX400 IS and Galaxy Camera 4G is 81 and 90 respectively.

Canon SX400 IS vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it can be hard to visualise the difference in sensor measurements merely by viewing a spec sheet. The visual here will help give you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the SX400 IS and Galaxy Camera 4G.
As you can see, both of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the identical MP and you should expect comparable quality of photographs but you should really take the release date of the cameras into account. The more recent SX400 IS is going to have a benefit with regard to sensor tech.

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Canon SX400 IS vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G Specifications
Canon PowerShot SX400 IS | Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Canon | Samsung |
Model | Canon PowerShot SX400 IS | Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Launched | 2014-07-29 | 2012-08-29 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | Digic 4+ | 1.4GHz Quad-Core |
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | - |
Peak resolution | 4608 x 3456 | - |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 24-720mm (30.0x) | 23-481mm (20.9x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.4-5.8 | - |
Macro focus range | 0cm | - |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3 inch | 4.8 inch |
Resolution of screen | 230k dots | 0k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Screen tech | - | 308 ppi, HD Super Clear Touch Display |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 15s | - |
Max shutter speed | 1/1600s | - |
Continuous shutter rate | 1.0 frames/s | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 5.00 m | no built-in flash |
Flash options | Auto, on, off, slow synchro | no built-in flash |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (25 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | none |
GPS | None | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 313g (0.69 lbs) | 305g (0.67 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 104 x 69 x 80mm (4.1" x 2.7" x 3.1") | 129 x 71 x 19mm (5.1" x 2.8" x 0.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 190 images | - |
Battery type | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | NB-11LH | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | - |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | micro SD/micro SDHC/micro SDXC |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Cost at release | $229 | $550 |