Canon SX260 HS vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 2

In this article, we are comparing the Canon SX260 HS vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 2, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by brands Canon and Samsung. There exists a big gap among the image resolutions of the SX260 HS (12MP) and Galaxy Camera 2 (16MP) but they come with the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The SX260 HS was unveiled 19 months prior to the Galaxy Camera 2 making the cameras a generation apart from one another. The two cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving in to a full comparison, below is a concise overview of how the SX260 HS matches up vs the Galaxy Camera 2 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot SX260 HS and Samsung Galaxy Camera 2. The full galleries are provided at Canon SX260 HS Gallery and Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 Gallery.

In case you're planning to carry your camera frequently, you have to factor in its weight and measurements. The Canon SX260 HS has external dimensions of 106mm x 61mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.3") with a weight of 231 grams (0.51 lbs) whilst the Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 has proportions of 133mm x 71mm x 19mm (5.2" x 2.8" x 0.7") having a weight of 283 grams (0.62 lbs).

Take a look at the Canon SX260 HS vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you use at the time. Here is the front view physical size comparison of the SX260 HS versus the Galaxy Camera 2.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SX260 HS and Galaxy Camera 2 is 91 and 90 respectively.

More often than not, it's hard to visualise the contrast in sensor sizing purely by looking through specs. The visual underneath may provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the SX260 HS and Galaxy Camera 2.

As you can plainly see, both the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but not the same resolution. You should expect to see the Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 to result in extra detail having an extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop pics a little more aggressively. The older SX260 HS will be behind with regard to sensor technology.