Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G vs Sony HX90V

Lets look more in depth at the Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G vs Sony HX90V, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by companies Samsung and Sony. The sensor resolution of the Galaxy Camera 3G (16MP) and the HX90V (18MP) is fairly comparable and both cameras offer the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The Galaxy Camera 3G was revealed 3 years before the HX90V which is a fairly significant gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before getting right into a complete comparison, here is a simple summary of how the Galaxy Camera 3G grades against the HX90V when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX90V. The full galleries are provided at Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Gallery and Sony HX90V Gallery.

In case you're planning to travel with your camera regularly, you will need to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G provides outer measurements of 129mm x 71mm x 19mm (5.1" x 2.8" x 0.7") with a weight of 305 grams (0.67 lbs) whilst the Sony HX90V has dimensions of 102mm x 58mm x 36mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.4") and a weight of 245 grams (0.54 lbs).

Analyze the Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G vs Sony HX90V in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are using at that moment. Here is a front view overall size comparison of the Galaxy Camera 3G compared to the HX90V.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the Galaxy Camera 3G and HX90V is 90 and 91 respectively.

Oftentimes, it's hard to see the difference in sensor dimensions purely by seeing specifications. The pic underneath should provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the Galaxy Camera 3G and HX90V.

Plainly, the 2 cameras have the same sensor dimensions but not the same megapixels. You should anticipate the Sony HX90V to show more detail because of its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop images a bit more aggressively. The more aged Galaxy Camera 3G will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.