Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G vs Sony HX20V
90 Imaging
39 Features
44 Overall
41


90 Imaging
42 Features
50 Overall
45
Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G vs Sony HX20V Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 4.8" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 23-481mm (F) lens
- 305g - 129 x 71 x 19mm
- Revealed August 2012
(Full Review)
- 18MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 12800
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-500mm (F3.2-5.8) lens
- 254g - 107 x 62 x 35mm
- Launched July 2012
- Earlier Model is Sony HX10V
- Refreshed by Sony HX30V

Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G vs Sony HX20V Overview
Here, we will be reviewing the Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G vs Sony HX20V, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by competitors Samsung and Sony. The image resolution of the Galaxy Camera 4G (16MP) and the HX20V (18MP) is pretty similar and both cameras posses the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

The Galaxy Camera 4G was revealed 2 months later than the HX20V and they are both of a similar generation. Both cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before getting right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a simple overview of how the Galaxy Camera 4G matches up versus the HX20V in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G vs Sony HX20V Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery images for Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX20V. The full galleries are provided at Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G Gallery and Sony HX20V Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G over the Sony HX20V
Galaxy Camera 4G | HX20V | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
Screen size | 4.8" | ![]() | 3" | Bigger screen (+1.8") |
Touch screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Sony HX20V over the Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G
HX20V | Galaxy Camera 4G | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
Focus manually | ![]() | Dial exact focus | ||
Screen resolution | 922k | ![]() | 0k | Crisper screen (+922k dot) |
Common features in the Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G and Sony HX20V
Galaxy Camera 4G | HX20V | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
Launched | August 2012 | ![]() | July 2012 | Similar generation |
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither contains selfie screen |
Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G vs Sony HX20V Physical Comparison
If you're planning to lug around your camera frequently, you should take into account its weight and size. The Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G has got external measurements of 129mm x 71mm x 19mm (5.1" x 2.8" x 0.7") and a weight of 305 grams (0.67 lbs) while the Sony HX20V has specifications of 107mm x 62mm x 35mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.4") accompanied by a weight of 254 grams (0.56 lbs).
Examine the Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G vs Sony HX20V in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are utilising during that time. The following is a front view measurements comparison of the Galaxy Camera 4G vs the HX20V.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Galaxy Camera 4G and HX20V is 90 and 90 respectively.

Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G vs Sony HX20V Sensor Comparison
More often than not, its difficult to imagine the difference between sensor measurements purely by going over technical specs. The visual here will help give you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the Galaxy Camera 4G and HX20V.
As you have seen, both of these cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit different resolution. You should expect the Sony HX20V to deliver extra detail because of its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop photographs a good deal more aggressively.

Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G vs Sony HX20V Screen and ViewFinder


Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison

Street Comparison

Sports Comparison

Travel Comparison

Landscape Comparison

Vlogging Comparison

Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G vs Sony HX20V Specifications
Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX20V | |
---|---|---|
General Information | ||
Make | Samsung | Sony |
Model | Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX20V |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Revealed | 2012-08-29 | 2012-07-20 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | 1.4GHz Quad-Core | BIONZ |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16MP | 18MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | - | 4896 x 3672 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 12800 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Number of focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 23-481mm (20.9x) | 25-500mm (20.0x) |
Maximum aperture | - | f/3.2-5.8 |
Macro focus distance | - | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 4.8" | 3" |
Resolution of screen | 0 thousand dot | 922 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Screen tech | 308 ppi, HD Super Clear Touch Display | XtraFine TruBlack TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | - | 30 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | - | 1/1600 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | - | 10.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | no built-in flash | 7.10 m |
Flash modes | no built-in flash | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1440 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Eye-Fi Connected |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | none | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | BuiltIn | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 305 gr (0.67 lb) | 254 gr (0.56 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 129 x 71 x 19mm (5.1" x 2.8" x 0.7") | 107 x 62 x 35mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.4") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 320 images |
Battery format | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | - | NP-BG1 |
Self timer | - | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | micro SD/micro SDHC/micro SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo/Pro-HG Duo |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Launch cost | $550 | $397 |