Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G vs Sony HX300

Here is a thorough assessment of the Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G versus Sony HX300, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by brands Samsung and Sony. The sensor resolution of the Galaxy Camera 4G (16MP) and the HX300 (20MP) is pretty close and both cameras provide the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The Galaxy Camera 4G was announced 5 months earlier than the HX300 so they are both of a similar generation. Both of these cameras feature different body design with the Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G being a Compact camera and the Sony HX300 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before delving right into a complete comparison, here is a short highlight of how the Galaxy Camera 4G matches up vs the HX300 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX300. The whole galleries are provided at Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G Gallery and Sony HX300 Gallery.

If you're looking to carry your camera frequently, you have to factor in its weight and proportions. The Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G has outside dimensions of 129mm x 71mm x 19mm (5.1" x 2.8" x 0.7") and a weight of 305 grams (0.67 lbs) and the Sony HX300 has measurements of 130mm x 103mm x 93mm (5.1" x 4.1" x 3.7") with a weight of 623 grams (1.37 lbs).

Compare the Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G versus Sony HX300 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Below is a front view size comparison of the Galaxy Camera 4G and the HX300.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the Galaxy Camera 4G and HX300 is 90 and 63 respectively.

Generally, it is very difficult to envision the difference in sensor sizing simply by looking through specifications. The photograph underneath might offer you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the Galaxy Camera 4G and HX300.

To sum up, both cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit not the same MP. You should expect the Sony HX300 to result in extra detail with its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop photographs way more aggressively.