Samsung Galaxy Camera vs Sony HX300

In this write-up, we are reviewing the Samsung Galaxy Camera and Sony HX300, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by brands Samsung and Sony. The resolution of the Galaxy Camera (16MP) and the HX300 (20MP) is very similar and they feature the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The Galaxy Camera was unveiled at a similar time to the HX300 so they are of a similar generation. Both of the cameras offer different body type with the Samsung Galaxy Camera being a Compact camera and the Sony HX300 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before going through a full comparison, below is a short summation of how the Galaxy Camera scores versus the HX300 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Samsung Galaxy Camera and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX300. The full galleries are provided at Samsung Galaxy Camera Gallery and Sony HX300 Gallery.

For anyone who is going to carry around your camera regularly, you'll need to factor in its weight and measurements. The Samsung Galaxy Camera has outside dimensions of 129mm x 71mm x 19mm (5.1" x 2.8" x 0.7") with a weight of 300 grams (0.66 lbs) and the Sony HX300 has proportions of 130mm x 103mm x 93mm (5.1" x 4.1" x 3.7") along with a weight of 623 grams (1.37 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are using at that moment. Below is the front view overall size comparison of the Galaxy Camera against the HX300.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the Galaxy Camera and HX300 is 90 and 63 respectively.

Generally, it can be difficult to visualize the gap between sensor sizes just by going over specifications. The picture here will help offer you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the Galaxy Camera and HX300.

Plainly, the 2 cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but different resolution. You should expect to see the Sony HX300 to deliver more detail having an extra 4MP. Greater resolution will allow you to crop images a little more aggressively.