Casio EX-H15 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 2

Here is a in-depth assessment of the Casio EX-H15 and Samsung Galaxy Camera 2, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by competitors Casio and Samsung. The image resolution of the EX-H15 (14MP) and the Galaxy Camera 2 (16MP) is pretty comparable and both cameras boast the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The EX-H15 was brought out 5 years earlier than the Galaxy Camera 2 and that is a fairly serious gap as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before delving into a complete comparison, here is a simple view of how the EX-H15 matches up versus the Galaxy Camera 2 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Casio Exilim EX-H15 and Samsung Galaxy Camera 2. The entire galleries are viewable at Casio EX-H15 Gallery and Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 Gallery.

In case you're intending to carry your camera regularly, you will have to factor in its weight and measurements. The Casio EX-H15 has got outside dimensions of 101mm x 60mm x 28mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 1.1") with a weight of 161 grams (0.35 lbs) while the Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 has proportions of 133mm x 71mm x 19mm (5.2" x 2.8" x 0.7") along with a weight of 283 grams (0.62 lbs).

Look at the Casio EX-H15 and Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you choose during that time. Underneath is a front view measurement comparison of the EX-H15 against the Galaxy Camera 2.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the EX-H15 and Galaxy Camera 2 is 93 and 90 respectively.

Usually, it is very difficult to visualise the contrast in sensor sizing simply by seeing specifications. The photograph here should give you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the EX-H15 and Galaxy Camera 2.

To sum up, both of these cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit not the same megapixels. You should expect the Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 to show extra detail having its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The older EX-H15 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.