Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G vs Sony HX50V

In this article, we are looking at the Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G and Sony HX50V, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by competitors Samsung and Sony. The sensor resolution of the Galaxy Camera 4G (16MP) and the HX50V (20MP) is very comparable and they feature the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The Galaxy Camera 4G was launched 7 months prior to the HX50V and they are both of a similar age. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving through a thorough comparison, below is a brief view of how the Galaxy Camera 4G scores against the HX50V in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX50V. The complete galleries are available at Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G Gallery & Sony HX50V Gallery.

If you're intending to lug around your camera frequently, you have to factor its weight and dimensions. The Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G has external 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) while the Sony HX50V has dimensions of 108mm x 64mm x 38mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.5") and a weight of 272 grams (0.60 lbs).

Take a look at the Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G and Sony HX50V in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are working with at that moment. Here is the front view dimensions comparison of the Galaxy Camera 4G and the HX50V.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the Galaxy Camera 4G and HX50V is 90 and 89 respectively.

Generally, it is very hard to picture the contrast in sensor measurements simply by checking out specifications. The photograph here may offer you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the Galaxy Camera 4G and HX50V.

To sum up, both of the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but different resolution. You can expect to see the Sony HX50V to show extra detail utilizing its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also let you crop photos a little more aggressively. The older Galaxy Camera 4G will be behind in sensor tech.