Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G vs Sony H400

Following is a complete assessment of the Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G vs Sony H400, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by brands Samsung and Sony. The resolution of the Galaxy Camera 4G (16MP) and the H400 (20MP) is relatively close and both cameras provide the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The Galaxy Camera 4G was announced 17 months prior to the H400 which makes them a generation away from each other. The two cameras have different body design with the Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G being a Compact camera and the Sony H400 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before delving into a thorough comparison, here is a simple view of how the Galaxy Camera 4G grades versus the H400 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H400. The whole galleries are available at Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G Gallery and Sony H400 Gallery.

For anybody who is aiming to carry around your camera frequently, you need to think about its weight and size. The Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G offers outside 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) whilst the Sony H400 has specifications of 130mm x 95mm x 122mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 4.8") with a weight of 628 grams (1.38 lbs).

Look at the Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G vs Sony H400 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Following is a front view proportions comparison of the Galaxy Camera 4G and the H400.

Using size and weight, the portability score of the Galaxy Camera 4G and H400 is 90 and 62 respectively.

Often, it can be tough to visualize the contrast in sensor sizes just by researching specs. The picture below will help give you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the Galaxy Camera 4G and H400.

All in all, both of the cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit different megapixels. You should count on the Sony H400 to render greater detail with its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop photographs a bit more aggressively. The more aged Galaxy Camera 4G will be behind when it comes to sensor technology.