Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 vs Sony HX400V

Following is a detailed assessment of the Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 versus Sony HX400V, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by manufacturers Samsung and Sony. The image resolution of the Galaxy Camera 2 (16MP) and the HX400V (20MP) is fairly well matched and they come with the exact same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The Galaxy Camera 2 was revealed about the same time to the HX400V which means that they are of a similar generation. Each of the cameras come with different body type with the Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 being a Compact camera and the Sony HX400V being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before delving through a in depth comparison, below is a concise view of how the Galaxy Camera 2 grades vs the HX400V in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX400V. The full galleries are available at Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 Gallery and Sony HX400V Gallery.

When you are aiming to carry around your camera regularly, you'll need to think about its weight and proportions. The Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 comes with outer measurements of 133mm x 71mm x 19mm (5.2" x 2.8" x 0.7") along with a weight of 283 grams (0.62 lbs) whilst the Sony HX400V has measurements of 130mm x 93mm x 103mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 4.1") along with a weight of 660 grams (1.46 lbs).

Examine the Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 versus Sony HX400V in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are utilizing at that time. The following is the front view dimensions comparison of the Galaxy Camera 2 compared to the HX400V.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the Galaxy Camera 2 and HX400V is 90 and 62 respectively.

Generally, it is very difficult to picture the gap between sensor sizes only by checking a spec sheet. The picture underneath will help give you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the Galaxy Camera 2 and HX400V.

Clearly, both cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but different resolution. You should anticipate the Sony HX400V to resolve greater detail because of its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also make it easier to crop photos much more aggressively.