Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G vs Sony HX9V

Let's take a closer look at the Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G vs Sony HX9V, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by manufacturers Samsung and Sony. The image resolution of the Galaxy Camera 3G (16MP) and the HX9V (16MP) is fairly comparable and they come with the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The Galaxy Camera 3G was launched 14 months after the HX9V making the cameras a generation away from each other. The two cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go through a complete comparison, below is a short view of how the Galaxy Camera 3G scores against the HX9V with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX9V. The complete galleries are provided at Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Gallery and Sony HX9V Gallery.

If you are aiming to carry around your camera frequently, you have to take into account its weight and volume. The Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G enjoys external measurements of 129mm x 71mm x 19mm (5.1" x 2.8" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 305 grams (0.67 lbs) while the Sony HX9V has sizing of 105mm x 59mm x 34mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") with a weight of 245 grams (0.54 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you have chosen during that time. Below is the front view sizing comparison of the Galaxy Camera 3G compared to the HX9V.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the Galaxy Camera 3G and HX9V is 90 and 91 respectively.

Usually, its hard to visualize the contrast in sensor sizes purely by checking out specifications. The picture here will provide you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the Galaxy Camera 3G and HX9V.

To sum up, both the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the same exact MP and you should expect comparable quality of images though you might want to consider the release date of the cameras into account. The fresher Galaxy Camera 3G should have an advantage with regard to sensor tech.