Canon SX520 HS vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G

Here, we will be matching up the Canon SX520 HS and Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by competitors Canon and Samsung. The resolution of the SX520 HS (16MP) and the Galaxy Camera 4G (16MP) is pretty close and both cameras offer the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The SX520 HS was unveiled 24 months later than the Galaxy Camera 4G which makes them a generation apart from one another. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before we go right into a complete comparison, here is a brief summation of how the SX520 HS grades versus the Galaxy Camera 4G when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot SX520 HS & Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G. The full galleries are viewable at Canon SX520 HS Gallery & Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to lug around your camera regularly, you will want to think about its weight and measurements. The Canon SX520 HS offers physical dimensions of 120mm x 82mm x 92mm (4.7" x 3.2" x 3.6") with a weight of 441 grams (0.97 lbs) and the Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G has proportions of 129mm x 71mm x 19mm (5.1" x 2.8" x 0.7") having a weight of 305 grams (0.67 lbs).

Look at the Canon SX520 HS and Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you choose at that moment. Below is a front view sizing comparison of the SX520 HS against the Galaxy Camera 4G.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SX520 HS and Galaxy Camera 4G is 69 and 90 respectively.

More often than not, it's tough to see the contrast in sensor measurements purely by looking through technical specs. The photograph underneath will provide you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the SX520 HS and Galaxy Camera 4G.

As you have seen, both of these cameras feature the identical sensor size and the same megapixels and you can expect comparable quality of photographs although you should really factor the launch date of the cameras into account. The more modern SX520 HS will have a benefit in sensor tech.