Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G vs Sony HX100V

In this article, we are evaluating the Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G vs Sony HX100V, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by rivals Samsung and Sony. The image resolution of the Galaxy Camera 4G (16MP) and the HX100V (16MP) is very comparable and they enjoy the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The Galaxy Camera 4G was announced 11 months after the HX100V so they are of a similar age. Each of the cameras offer different body type with the Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G being a Compact camera and the Sony HX100V being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before getting straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a simple highlight of how the Galaxy Camera 4G grades versus the HX100V for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX100V. The whole galleries are provided at Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G Gallery & Sony HX100V Gallery.

For anyone who is looking to carry around your camera frequently, you will want to factor in its weight and proportions. The Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G provides outside measurements of 129mm x 71mm x 19mm (5.1" x 2.8" x 0.7") along with a weight of 305 grams (0.67 lbs) and the Sony HX100V has measurements of 122mm x 87mm x 93mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 3.7") accompanied by a weight of 577 grams (1.27 lbs).

Contrast the Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G vs Sony HX100V in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are working with at that moment. Here is the front view dimension comparison of the Galaxy Camera 4G versus the HX100V.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the Galaxy Camera 4G and HX100V is 90 and 66 respectively.

Usually, its difficult to visualise the difference in sensor sizes only by seeing specs. The pic here may offer you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the Galaxy Camera 4G and HX100V.

As you can plainly see, each of the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the same exact MP so you can expect comparable quality of images but you should always take the age of the cameras into account. The younger Galaxy Camera 4G is going to have a benefit in sensor innovation.