Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G vs Sony W800

The following is a extensive overview of the Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G and Sony W800, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Samsung and Sony. The sensor resolution of the Galaxy Camera 4G (16MP) and the W800 (20MP) is relatively close and both cameras posses the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The Galaxy Camera 4G was brought out 17 months prior to the W800 which makes them a generation away from each other. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before going into a step-by-step comparison, here is a concise synopsis of how the Galaxy Camera 4G grades against the W800 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W800. The entire galleries are viewable at Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G Gallery and Sony W800 Gallery.

For those who are planning to travel with your camera regularly, you will want to factor its weight and measurements. The Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G comes with exterior measurements 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 W800 has proportions of 97mm x 55mm x 21mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.8") along with a weight of 125 grams (0.28 lbs).

Examine the Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G and Sony W800 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. The following is a front view dimension comparison of the Galaxy Camera 4G compared to the W800.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the Galaxy Camera 4G and W800 is 90 and 96 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is very difficult to visualize the gap in sensor dimensions merely by looking through specs. The image below may provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the Galaxy Camera 4G and W800.

All in all, both of those cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit different megapixels. You should count on the Sony W800 to result in more detail having its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will allow you to crop photographs a bit more aggressively. The more aged Galaxy Camera 4G will be behind with regard to sensor technology.