Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G vs Sony HX90V

Its time to look a little more in depth at the Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G and Sony HX90V, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by rivals Samsung and Sony. The sensor resolution of the Galaxy Camera 4G (16MP) and the HX90V (18MP) is very close and both cameras posses the same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The Galaxy Camera 4G was unveiled 3 years before the HX90V which is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before we go right into a more detailed comparison, here is a brief overview of how the Galaxy Camera 4G grades vs the HX90V in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX90V. The full galleries are available at Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G Gallery & Sony HX90V Gallery.

For anyone who is looking to travel with your camera frequently, you should consider its weight and size. The Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G provides outside 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) and the Sony HX90V 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).

Take a look at the Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G and Sony HX90V in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you use during that time. Underneath is a front view dimension comparison of the Galaxy Camera 4G vs the HX90V.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Galaxy Camera 4G and HX90V is 90 and 91 respectively.

Typically, it can be hard to envision the contrast in sensor dimensions only by researching technical specs. The picture here will help give you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the Galaxy Camera 4G and HX90V.

As you have seen, both of the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but not the same megapixels. You can expect to see the Sony HX90V to result in more detail having an extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also help you crop pics more aggressively. The more aged Galaxy Camera 4G will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.