Canon SX620 HS vs Samsung Galaxy Camera

Below, we will be reviewing the Canon SX620 HS versus Samsung Galaxy Camera, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by rivals Canon and Samsung. There is a noticeable difference between the image resolutions of the SX620 HS (20MP) and Galaxy Camera (16MP) but they use the exact same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The SX620 HS was brought out 3 years later than the Galaxy Camera and that is quite a sizable difference as far as tech is concerned. Each of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go straight into a detailed comparison, below is a simple view of how the SX620 HS grades against the Galaxy Camera in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SX620 HS & Samsung Galaxy Camera. The entire galleries are viewable at Canon SX620 HS Gallery & Samsung Galaxy Camera Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to lug around your camera frequently, you are going to need to factor its weight and size. The Canon SX620 HS offers physical dimensions of 97mm x 57mm x 28mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 182 grams (0.40 lbs) while the Samsung Galaxy Camera has specifications of 129mm x 71mm x 19mm (5.1" x 2.8" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 300 grams (0.66 lbs).

Take a look at the Canon SX620 HS versus Samsung Galaxy Camera in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Below is the front view over all size comparison of the SX620 HS vs the Galaxy Camera.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the SX620 HS and Galaxy Camera is 93 and 90 respectively.

In many cases, it is very tough to picture the gap between sensor measurements only by looking at a spec sheet. The visual below may provide you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the SX620 HS and Galaxy Camera.

As you can see, both of those cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit different MP. You can count on the Canon SX620 HS to give greater detail having its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will help you crop pictures much more aggressively. The more recent SX620 HS should have a benefit when it comes to sensor tech.