Samsung Galaxy Camera vs Sony HX9V
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Samsung Galaxy Camera vs Sony HX9V Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 4.8" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 23-481mm (F2.8-5.9) lens
- 300g - 129 x 71 x 19mm
- Announced February 2013
- Alternate Name is Wi-Fi
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-384mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 245g - 105 x 59 x 34mm
- Announced July 2011

Samsung Galaxy Camera vs Sony HX9V Overview
On this page, we will be comparing the Samsung Galaxy Camera vs Sony HX9V, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by rivals Samsung and Sony. The image resolution of the Galaxy Camera (16MP) and the HX9V (16MP) is pretty similar and both cameras boast the same sensor size (1/2.3").

The Galaxy Camera was revealed 20 months later than the HX9V which makes them a generation apart from one another. The two cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before getting straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a quick summation of how the Galaxy Camera matches up versus the HX9V when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Samsung Galaxy Camera vs Sony HX9V Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery images for Samsung Galaxy Camera & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX9V. The full galleries are viewable at Samsung Galaxy Camera Gallery & Sony HX9V Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung Galaxy Camera over the Sony HX9V
Galaxy Camera | HX9V | |||
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Announced | February 2013 | ![]() | July 2011 | Fresher by 20 months |
Screen dimensions | 4.8" | ![]() | 3" | Bigger screen (+1.8") |
Screen resolution | 922k | ![]() | 921k | Crisper screen (+1k dot) |
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Sony HX9V over the Samsung Galaxy Camera
HX9V | Galaxy Camera |
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Common features in the Samsung Galaxy Camera and Sony HX9V
Galaxy Camera | HX9V | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | More exact focus | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Missing selfie screen |
Samsung Galaxy Camera vs Sony HX9V Physical Comparison
If you are going to carry your camera often, you should consider its weight and dimensions. The Samsung Galaxy Camera provides exterior dimensions of 129mm x 71mm x 19mm (5.1" x 2.8" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 300 grams (0.66 lbs) whilst the Sony HX9V has dimensions of 105mm x 59mm x 34mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") having a weight of 245 grams (0.54 lbs).
Analyze the Samsung Galaxy Camera vs Sony HX9V in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into account, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are utilising at that moment. The following is a front view dimension comparison of the Galaxy Camera compared to the HX9V.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Galaxy Camera and HX9V is 90 and 91 respectively.

Samsung Galaxy Camera vs Sony HX9V Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it's difficult to visualize the gap between sensor sizing only by reviewing specs. The graphic below will help offer you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the Galaxy Camera and HX9V.
As you can plainly see, both of those cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the same MP therefore you can expect similar quality of photographs although you should always take the launch date of the products into consideration. The younger Galaxy Camera provides an edge in sensor technology.

Samsung Galaxy Camera vs Sony HX9V Screen and ViewFinder


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Samsung Galaxy Camera vs Sony HX9V Specifications
Samsung Galaxy Camera | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX9V | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Samsung | Sony |
Model | Samsung Galaxy Camera | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX9V |
Also referred to as | Wi-Fi | - |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Announced | 2013-02-19 | 2011-07-19 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | 1.4GHz Quad-Core | BIONZ |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Number of focus points | - | 9 |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 23-481mm (20.9x) | 24-384mm (16.0x) |
Max aperture | f/2.8-5.9 | f/3.3-5.9 |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 4.8 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of display | 922 thousand dot | 921 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Display technology | 308 ppi, HD Super Clear Touch Display | XtraFine LCD display with TruBlack technology |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 16 secs | 30 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/1600 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | - | 10.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | - | 4.00 m |
Flash settings | - | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 | 1920 x 1080 (60fps), 1440 x 1080 (30fps), 1280 x 720 (30fps), 640 x 480 (30fps) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Eye-Fi Connected |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | none | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | BuiltIn | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 300 gr (0.66 lb) | 245 gr (0.54 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 129 x 71 x 19mm (5.1" x 2.8" x 0.7") | 105 x 59 x 34mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery model | - | NP-BG1 |
Self timer | - | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | micro SD/micro SDHC/micro SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail price | $450 | $328 |