Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G vs Sony TX20

Here, we will be reviewing the Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G and Sony TX20, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Ultracompact by competitors Samsung and Sony. The image resolution of the Galaxy Camera 4G (16MP) and the TX20 (16MP) is relatively well matched and both cameras offer the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The Galaxy Camera 4G was brought out 7 months after the TX20 so they are of a similar generation. Both of the cameras feature different body design with the Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G being a Compact camera and the Sony TX20 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before delving into a thorough comparison, here is a concise summation of how the Galaxy Camera 4G scores against the TX20 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX20. The entire galleries are available at Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G Gallery and Sony TX20 Gallery.

For those who are planning to carry around your camera frequently, you'll need to consider its weight and proportions. The Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G has physical dimensions of 129mm x 71mm x 19mm (5.1" x 2.8" x 0.7") having a weight of 305 grams (0.67 lbs) while the Sony TX20 has measurements of 96mm x 56mm x 18mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") and a weight of 133 grams (0.29 lbs).

Take a look at the Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G and Sony TX20 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you select at the time. The following is a front view measurement comparison of the Galaxy Camera 4G versus the TX20.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Galaxy Camera 4G and TX20 is 90 and 96 respectively.

Sometimes, its hard to see the gap between sensor sizes merely by reading through specifications. The picture here may offer you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the Galaxy Camera 4G and TX20.

Plainly, each of the cameras feature the identical sensor size and the same MP so you should expect similar quality of photographs however you have to factor the release date of the products into consideration. The more modern Galaxy Camera 4G will have an edge with regard to sensor technology.