Canon SX210 IS vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 2

In this write-up, we are matching up the Canon SX210 IS and Samsung Galaxy Camera 2, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by brands Canon and Samsung. The image resolution of the SX210 IS (14MP) and the Galaxy Camera 2 (16MP) is fairly similar and they use the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

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The SX210 IS was manufactured 4 years before the Galaxy Camera 2 which is quite a significant gap as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving straight into a step-by-step comparison, below is a quick summation of how the SX210 IS scores vs the Galaxy Camera 2 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot SX210 IS and Samsung Galaxy Camera 2. The entire galleries are provided at Canon SX210 IS Gallery and Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 Gallery.

For those who are intending to carry around your camera, you have to take into account its weight and measurements. The Canon SX210 IS enjoys outside dimensions of 103mm x 61mm x 38mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.5") along with a weight of 220 grams (0.49 lbs) while the Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 has proportions of 133mm x 71mm x 19mm (5.2" x 2.8" x 0.7") and a weight of 283 grams (0.62 lbs).

See the Canon SX210 IS and Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are working with at the time. Below is the front view sizing comparison of the SX210 IS against the Galaxy Camera 2.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SX210 IS and Galaxy Camera 2 is 90 and 90 respectively.

Quite often, its tough to envision the contrast between sensor sizes purely by reviewing specifications. The image below may give you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the SX210 IS and Galaxy Camera 2.

To sum up, both the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but not the same MP. You should anticipate the Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 to offer you greater detail due to its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will enable you to crop pics a little more aggressively. The more aged SX210 IS is going to be disadvantaged in sensor technology.