Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G vs Sony WX70

The following is a thorough assessment of the Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G and Sony WX70, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors Samsung and Sony. The sensor resolution of the Galaxy Camera 4G (16MP) and the WX70 (16MP) is fairly well matched and they feature the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The Galaxy Camera 4G was launched 8 months after the WX70 which means that they are of a similar generation. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving in to a in depth comparison, below is a concise summation of how the Galaxy Camera 4G scores against the WX70 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX70. The complete galleries are provided at Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G Gallery and Sony WX70 Gallery.

When you are aiming to travel with your camera frequently, you have to factor in its weight and volume. The Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G comes with outer 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 WX70 has sizing of 92mm x 52mm x 19mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.7") with a weight of 114 grams (0.25 lbs).

Analyze the Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G and Sony WX70 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you have attached at that moment. Following is the front view dimension comparison of the Galaxy Camera 4G versus the WX70.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Galaxy Camera 4G and WX70 is 90 and 97 respectively.

Typically, it is very difficult to envision the difference between sensor dimensions only by checking specs. The pic below will help offer you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the Galaxy Camera 4G and WX70.

All in all, the two cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the same MP therefore you should expect similar quality of images though you really should factor the release date of the products into consideration. The more modern Galaxy Camera 4G is going to have an advantage when it comes to sensor innovation.