Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G vs Sony HX400V
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Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G vs Sony HX400V 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
- Launched August 2012
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 80 - 12800
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-1200mm (F2.8-6.3) lens
- 660g - 130 x 93 x 103mm
- Revealed February 2014
- Older Model is Sony HX300
Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G vs Sony HX400V Overview
In this write-up, we are analyzing the Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G vs Sony HX400V, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by rivals Samsung and Sony. The image resolution of the Galaxy Camera 4G (16MP) and the HX400V (20MP) is very well matched and they possess the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").
Sora from OpenAI releases its first ever music videoThe Galaxy Camera 4G was revealed 17 months earlier than the HX400V making the cameras a generation apart from each other. Both of the cameras offer different body type with the Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G being a Compact camera and the Sony HX400V being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.
Before we go in to a thorough comparison, below is a short synopsis of how the Galaxy Camera 4G matches up against the HX400V when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G vs Sony HX400V Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pics for Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX400V. The full galleries are viewable at Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G Gallery and Sony HX400V Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G over the Sony HX400V
Galaxy Camera 4G | HX400V | |||
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Display sizing | 4.8" | 3" | Larger display (+1.8") | |
Touch friendly display | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Sony HX400V over the Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G
HX400V | Galaxy Camera 4G | |||
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Revealed | February 2014 | August 2012 | Fresher by 17 months | |
Manual focus | Very accurate focus | |||
Display type | Tilting | Fixed | Tilting display | |
Display resolution | 921k | 0k | Sharper display (+921k dot) |
Common features in the Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G and Sony HX400V
Galaxy Camera 4G | HX400V | |||
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Selfie screen | Neither provides selfie screen |
Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G vs Sony HX400V Physical Comparison
For those who are planning to carry your camera, you will need to factor its weight and size. The Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G provides exterior dimensions of 129mm x 71mm x 19mm (5.1" x 2.8" x 0.7") along with a weight of 305 grams (0.67 lbs) whilst the Sony HX400V has specifications of 130mm x 93mm x 103mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 4.1") accompanied by a weight of 660 grams (1.46 lbs).
Take a look at the Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G vs Sony HX400V in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you select at that moment. The following is the front view proportions comparison of the Galaxy Camera 4G and the HX400V.
Using size and weight, the portability score of the Galaxy Camera 4G and HX400V is 90 and 62 respectively.
Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G vs Sony HX400V Sensor Comparison
Generally, it can be difficult to see the gap between sensor sizing merely by reading through specs. The graphic underneath will help provide you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the Galaxy Camera 4G and HX400V.
As you can plainly see, each of the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but not the same resolution. You should expect to see the Sony HX400V to give you extra detail because of its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will allow you to crop pics a little more aggressively. The older Galaxy Camera 4G is going to be behind in sensor technology.
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Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G vs Sony HX400V Specifications
Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX400V | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Samsung | Sony |
Model type | Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX400V |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Launched | 2012-08-29 | 2014-02-12 |
Physical type | Compact | SLR-like (bridge) |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | 1.4GHz Quad-Core | Bionz X |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 20 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | - | 5184 x 3888 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 12800 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Total focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 23-481mm (20.9x) | 24-1200mm (50.0x) |
Maximum aperture | - | f/2.8-6.3 |
Macro focusing range | - | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Tilting |
Screen sizing | 4.8 inches | 3 inches |
Screen resolution | 0 thousand dots | 921 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Screen technology | 308 ppi, HD Super Clear Touch Display | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | Electronic |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 100% |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | - | 30 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | - | 1/4000 seconds |
Continuous shooting rate | - | 10.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | no built-in flash | 8.50 m (ISO Auto) |
Flash settings | no built-in flash | Flash Off / Autoflash / Fill-flash / Slow Sync. / Advanced Flash / Rear Sync. / Wireless (with optional compliant flash) |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 | 1920 x 1080 (60p, 60i, 24p), 1440 x 1080 (30p), 640 x 480 (30p) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | none | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | BuiltIn | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 305 grams (0.67 lbs) | 660 grams (1.46 lbs) |
Dimensions | 129 x 71 x 19mm (5.1" x 2.8" x 0.7") | 130 x 93 x 103mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 4.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 300 pictures |
Battery type | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | - | NP-BX1 |
Self timer | - | Yes (2 or 10 sec, portrait) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | micro SD/micro SDHC/micro SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Price at launch | $550 | $448 |