Samsung GX-20 vs Sony HX400V

In this write-up, we are contrasting the Samsung GX-20 vs Sony HX400V, one is a Advanced DSLR and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by companies Samsung and Sony. There is a sizeable difference between the image resolutions of the GX-20 (15MP) and HX400V (20MP) and the GX-20 (APS-C) and HX400V (1/2.3") feature different sensor dimensions.

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The GX-20 was brought out 7 years earlier than the HX400V which is quite a large gap as far as tech is concerned. The two cameras offer different body type with the Samsung GX-20 being a Mid-size SLR camera and the Sony HX400V being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before we go in to a step-by-step comparison, below is a quick view of how the GX-20 grades vs the HX400V with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Samsung GX-20 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX400V. The entire galleries are provided at Samsung GX-20 Gallery and Sony HX400V Gallery.

For those who are aiming to carry around your camera, you will have to consider its weight and volume. The Samsung GX-20 enjoys exterior dimensions of 142mm x 101mm x 72mm (5.6" x 4.0" x 2.8") accompanied by a weight of 800 grams (1.76 lbs) whilst the Sony HX400V has sizing of 130mm x 93mm x 103mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 4.1") accompanied by a weight of 660 grams (1.46 lbs).

Look at the Samsung GX-20 vs Sony HX400V in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you have attached during that time. Below is the front view proportions comparison of the GX-20 versus the HX400V.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the GX-20 and HX400V is 58 and 62 respectively.

Generally, its tough to visualize the gap between sensor sizes merely by checking technical specs. The picture here will offer you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the GX-20 and HX400V.

As you can tell, both of these cameras offer different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The GX-20 due to its larger sensor is going to make getting shallower depth of field easier and the Sony HX400V will give you greater detail having its extra 5 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also let you crop images a little more aggressively. The more aged GX-20 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.