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Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G vs Sony HX80

Portability
90
Imaging
40
Features
44
Overall
41
Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G front
 
Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX80 front
Portability
91
Imaging
44
Features
60
Overall
50

Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G vs Sony HX80 Key Specs

Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G
(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
  • Announced August 2012
Sony HX80
(Full Review)
  • 18MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Tilting Screen
  • ISO 80 - 3200 (Push to 12800)
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • 24-720mm (F3.5-6.4) lens
  • 245g - 102 x 58 x 36mm
  • Released March 2016
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Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G vs Sony HX80 Overview

In this article, we will be contrasting the Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G versus Sony HX80, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by manufacturers Samsung and Sony. The resolution of the Galaxy Camera 4G (16MP) and the HX80 (18MP) is pretty close and they feature the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The Galaxy Camera 4G was revealed 4 years earlier than the HX80 which is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera technology is concerned. The two cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting straight into a thorough comparison, below is a concise summary of how the Galaxy Camera 4G matches up vs the HX80 for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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Reasons to pick Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G over the Sony HX80

 Galaxy Camera 4G HX80 
Screen sizing4.8"3"Bigger screen (+1.8")
Touch friendly screen Quickly navigate

Reasons to pick Sony HX80 over the Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G

 HX80 Galaxy Camera 4G 
ReleasedMarch 2016August 2012Newer by 42 months
Screen typeTiltingFixed Tilting screen
Screen resolution921k0kSharper screen (+921k dot)
Selfie screen Easy selfies

Common features in the Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G and Sony HX80

 Galaxy Camera 4G HX80 
Focus manually No manual focus

Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G vs Sony HX80 Physical Comparison

In case you're aiming to travel with your camera often, you will have to consider its weight and size. The Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G offers outer measurements of 129mm x 71mm x 19mm (5.1" x 2.8" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 305 grams (0.67 lbs) whilst the Sony HX80 has specifications of 102mm x 58mm x 36mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.4") with a weight of 245 grams (0.54 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you have attached at the time. Here is the front view overall size comparison of the Galaxy Camera 4G compared to the HX80.

Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G vs Sony HX80 size comparison

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Galaxy Camera 4G and HX80 is 90 and 91 respectively.

Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G vs Sony HX80 top view buttons comparison

Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G vs Sony HX80 Sensor Comparison

Typically, it is hard to visualize the difference in sensor dimensions just by looking through specs. The picture here will help give you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the Galaxy Camera 4G and HX80.

As you can plainly see, both of the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit different MP. You should expect the Sony HX80 to render extra detail because of its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will help you crop pictures a little more aggressively. The more aged Galaxy Camera 4G will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.

Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G vs Sony HX80 sensor size comparison

Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G vs Sony HX80 Screen and ViewFinder

Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G vs Sony HX80 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G Portrait photography factors
Sony HX80 Portrait photography factors
30
good megapixels (16 megapixels)
lack of manual focus
manual exposure not possible
no external flash support
sensor is small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
39
decent megapixels (18MP)
features face detection autofocus
manual focus not available
no external flash support
small sensor (1/2.3")
lacks RAW support
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Street Comparison

Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G as a Street photography camera
Sony HX80 as a Street photography camera
61
built in image stabilization (Optical)
lighter than competition in class (305g)
fixed screen
sensor is small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
70
has a tilting screen
built in image stabilization (Optical)
lighter than average (245 grams)
small sensor (1/2.3")
lacks RAW support
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Sports Comparison

Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G Sports photography details
Sony HX80 Sports photography details
45
excellent zoom range (23-481mm 20.9 x zoom)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
good megapixels (16 megapixels)
no shutter priority
sensor is small (1/2.3")
does not have phase detect autofocus
57
incredible zoom range (24-720mm 30.0 x zoom)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
decent megapixels (18 megapixels)
features tracking autofocus
great battery pack (390 CIPA)
small sensor (1/2.3")
lacks phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G Travel photography info
Sony HX80 Travel photography info
72
lighter than competition in class (305g)
good megapixels (16 megapixels)
fairly wide (23mm)
long zoom (481mm)
fast maximum aperture (f)
no Timelapse recording
display isn't selfie friendly
76
great battery pack (390 shots)
lighter than average (245 grams)
decent megapixels (18MP)
flash built-in
selfie friendly screen
rather wide (24mm)
long reach (720mm)
no Time Lapse recording
sluggish max aperture (f3.5)
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Landscape Comparison

Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G Landscape photography factors
Sony HX80 Landscape photography factors
47
fairly wide (23mm)
fast maximum aperture (f)
big screen (4.8 inch)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
good megapixels (16MP)
lack of manual focus
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
manual exposure not possible
sensor is small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
no Timelapse recording
49
rather wide (24mm)
decent sized screen (3 inches)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
decent megapixels (18 megapixels)
great battery pack (390 CIPA)
manual focus not available
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
sluggish max aperture (f3.5)
small sensor (1/2.3")
lacks RAW support
no Time Lapse recording
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Vlogging Comparison

Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G Vlogging advice
Sony HX80 Vlogging advice
37
fairly wide (23mm)
fast maximum aperture (f)
touchscreen enabled
built in image stabilization (Optical)
high video quality (1920 x 1080 pixels)
lighter than competition in class (305 grams)
display isn't selfie friendly
no microphone socket
75
rather wide (24mm)
selfie friendly screen
built in image stabilization (Optical)
features face detection autofocus
video res high (1920 x 1080 pixels)
lighter than average (245g)
sluggish max aperture (f3.5)
no external mic support
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Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G vs Sony HX80 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G and Sony HX80
 Samsung Galaxy Camera 4GSony Cyber-shot DSC-HX80
General Information
Brand Samsung Sony
Model type Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX80
Category Small Sensor Superzoom Small Sensor Superzoom
Announced 2012-08-29 2016-03-07
Physical type Compact Compact
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 area 28.1mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 16MP 18MP
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio - 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9
Highest Possible resolution - 4896 x 3672
Maximum native ISO 3200 3200
Maximum enhanced ISO - 12800
Min native ISO 100 80
RAW support
Autofocusing
Manual focusing
Autofocus touch
Continuous autofocus
Autofocus single
Tracking autofocus
Selective autofocus
Center weighted autofocus
Autofocus multi area
Autofocus live view
Face detection autofocus
Contract detection autofocus
Phase detection autofocus
Lens
Lens mount type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 23-481mm (20.9x) 24-720mm (30.0x)
Max aperture - f/3.5-6.4
Macro focusing range - 5cm
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.8
Screen
Type of screen Fixed Type Tilting
Screen size 4.8 inch 3 inch
Screen resolution 0k dots 921k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch display
Screen technology 308 ppi, HD Super Clear Touch Display -
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None Electronic
Viewfinder coverage - 100 percent
Features
Min shutter speed - 30 secs
Max shutter speed - 1/2000 secs
Continuous shutter rate - 10.0 frames per sec
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Exposure compensation - Yes
Change white balance
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash distance no built-in flash 5.40 m (with Auto ISO)
Flash options no built-in flash Auto, on, slow sync, off, rear sync
Hot shoe
AEB
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment exposure
Average exposure
Spot exposure
Partial exposure
AF area exposure
Center weighted exposure
Video features
Supported video resolutions 1920 x 1080 1920 x 1080 (60p, 60i, 30p, 24p), 1280 x 720 (30p)
Maximum video resolution 1920x1080 1920x1080
Video format MPEG-4, H.264 MPEG-4, AVCHD, XAVC S
Mic support
Headphone support
Connectivity
Wireless Built-In Built-In
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB none USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS BuiltIn None
Physical
Environmental sealing
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 305 gr (0.67 pounds) 245 gr (0.54 pounds)
Dimensions 129 x 71 x 19mm (5.1" x 2.8" x 0.7") 102 x 58 x 36mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.4")
DXO scores
DXO Overall 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 - 390 photographs
Form of battery - Battery Pack
Battery ID - NP-BX1
Self timer - Yes
Time lapse feature
Storage type micro SD/micro SDHC/micro SDXC Memory Stick PRO Duo/Pro-HG Duo; SD/SDHC/SDXC
Card slots Single Single
Launch price $550 $368