Canon SX540 HS vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 2

Its time to take a more detailed look at the Canon SX540 HS and Samsung Galaxy Camera 2, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by brands Canon and Samsung. There is a big difference among the sensor resolutions of the SX540 HS (20MP) and Galaxy Camera 2 (16MP) but they use the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The SX540 HS was revealed 2 years later than the Galaxy Camera 2 and that is a fairly big gap as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras offer different body type with the Canon SX540 HS being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 being a Compact camera.

Before going through a step-by-step comparison, below is a quick synopsis of how the SX540 HS scores against the Galaxy Camera 2 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot SX540 HS and Samsung Galaxy Camera 2. The full galleries are provided at Canon SX540 HS Gallery and Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 Gallery.

When you are intending to carry your camera frequently, you're going to have to factor its weight and volume. The Canon SX540 HS has got exterior dimensions of 120mm x 82mm x 92mm (4.7" x 3.2" x 3.6") along with a weight of 442 grams (0.97 lbs) while the Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 has sizing of 133mm x 71mm x 19mm (5.2" x 2.8" x 0.7") with a weight of 283 grams (0.62 lbs).

Take a look at the Canon SX540 HS and Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are employing at that time. The following is the front view proportions comparison of the SX540 HS against the Galaxy Camera 2.

Using size and weight, the portability score of the SX540 HS and Galaxy Camera 2 is 69 and 90 respectively.

Generally, it is difficult to imagine the contrast in sensor sizing simply by researching technical specs. The graphic here will offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the SX540 HS and Galaxy Camera 2.

As you can tell, the two cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit different megapixels. You should expect the Canon SX540 HS to result in more detail because of its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop pictures a little more aggressively. The more modern SX540 HS provides a benefit with regard to sensor tech.