Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G vs Sony HX9V

Here, we are looking at the Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G vs Sony HX9V, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by rivals Samsung and Sony. The resolution of the Galaxy Camera 4G (16MP) and the HX9V (16MP) is fairly close and both cameras boast the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The Galaxy Camera 4G was manufactured 14 months after the HX9V making them a generation away from each other. Both cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before diving right into a in depth comparison, here is a simple synopsis of how the Galaxy Camera 4G scores against the HX9V with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX9V. The entire galleries are provided at Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G Gallery and Sony HX9V Gallery.

When you are intending to carry around your camera regularly, you're going to have to think about its weight and dimensions. The Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G offers outer dimensions of 129mm x 71mm x 19mm (5.1" x 2.8" x 0.7") and a weight of 305 grams (0.67 lbs) while the Sony HX9V has dimensions of 105mm x 59mm x 34mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") and a weight of 245 grams (0.54 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are employing at that moment. The following is a front view sizing comparison of the Galaxy Camera 4G versus the HX9V.

Using size and weight, the portability score of the Galaxy Camera 4G and HX9V is 90 and 91 respectively.

Usually, it is tough to picture the difference in sensor sizes purely by viewing specifications. The image below might offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the Galaxy Camera 4G and HX9V.

Plainly, each of these cameras come with the identical sensor size and the exact same MP so you should expect comparable quality of photos however you need to factor the release date of the cameras into account. The younger Galaxy Camera 4G should have a benefit in sensor technology.