Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G vs Sony HX80

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.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX80. The full galleries are provided at Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G Gallery and Sony HX80 Gallery.

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).

Analyze the Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G versus Sony HX80 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

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.

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

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.