Casio EX-FC150 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 2

Its time to look a bit more closely at the Casio EX-FC150 and Samsung Galaxy Camera 2, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by competitors Casio and Samsung. There is a big difference between the resolutions of the EX-FC150 (10MP) and Galaxy Camera 2 (16MP) but both cameras have the same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The EX-FC150 was announced 5 years before the Galaxy Camera 2 which is quite a big gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before getting into a complete comparison, here is a quick introduction of how the EX-FC150 scores vs the Galaxy Camera 2 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Casio Exilim EX-FC150 and Samsung Galaxy Camera 2. The whole galleries are available at Casio EX-FC150 Gallery and Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 Gallery.

For anybody who is planning to carry around your camera frequently, you're going to have to think about its weight and measurements. The Casio EX-FC150 offers exterior measurements of 99mm x 58mm x 28mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.1") with a weight of 173 grams (0.38 lbs) while 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).

Analyze the Casio EX-FC150 and Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you select at that moment. Underneath is a front view measurement comparison of the EX-FC150 versus the Galaxy Camera 2.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the EX-FC150 and Galaxy Camera 2 is 93 and 90 respectively.

Generally, it's tough to see the contrast between sensor sizes purely by looking at a spec sheet. The pic below will provide you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the EX-FC150 and Galaxy Camera 2.

As you can see, both of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same megapixels. You should count on the Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 to give greater detail with its extra 6MP. Higher resolution can also help you crop shots more aggressively. The more aged EX-FC150 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.