Samsung Galaxy Camera vs Sony HX10V

The following is a extended comparison of the Samsung Galaxy Camera versus Sony HX10V, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by companies Samsung and Sony. The image resolution of the Galaxy Camera (16MP) and the HX10V (18MP) is pretty similar and they enjoy the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The Galaxy Camera was manufactured 12 months after the HX10V which means that they are of a similar age. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting straight into a detailed comparison, below is a concise introduction of how the Galaxy Camera scores versus the HX10V with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Samsung Galaxy Camera & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX10V. The entire galleries are viewable at Samsung Galaxy Camera Gallery & Sony HX10V Gallery.

When you are going to travel with your camera, you're going to have to factor in its weight and measurements. The Samsung Galaxy Camera comes with outside measurements of 129mm x 71mm x 19mm (5.1" x 2.8" x 0.7") along with a weight of 300 grams (0.66 lbs) while the Sony HX10V has proportions of 105mm x 60mm x 34mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") having a weight of 234 grams (0.52 lbs).

Analyze the Samsung Galaxy Camera versus Sony HX10V in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are utilising during that time. Here is the front view overall size comparison of the Galaxy Camera vs the HX10V.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the Galaxy Camera and HX10V is 90 and 91 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is hard to envision the contrast between sensor dimensions simply by going over specs. The picture underneath should give you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the Galaxy Camera and HX10V.

As you can plainly see, each of these cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same resolution. You can expect the Sony HX10V to offer extra detail due to its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop pictures a little more aggressively. The fresher Galaxy Camera will have a benefit when it comes to sensor tech.