Olympus SZ-10 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 2
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Olympus SZ-10 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 1600
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-504mm (F3.1-4.4) lens
- 215g - 106 x 67 x 38mm
- Launched February 2011
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 4.8" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 23-483mm (F2.8-5.9) lens
- 283g - 133 x 71 x 19mm
- Launched January 2014
Olympus SZ-10 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 Overview
Let's look closer at the Olympus SZ-10 versus Samsung Galaxy Camera 2, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by rivals Olympus and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the SZ-10 (14MP) and the Galaxy Camera 2 (16MP) is fairly similar and both cameras have the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").
Photobucket discusses licensing 13 billion images with AI firmsThe SZ-10 was brought out 3 years prior to the Galaxy Camera 2 which is quite a large difference as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before we go straight to a full comparison, here is a brief highlight of how the SZ-10 matches up against the Galaxy Camera 2 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Olympus SZ-10 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus SZ-10 & Samsung Galaxy Camera 2. The entire galleries are viewable at Olympus SZ-10 Gallery & Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus SZ-10 over the Samsung Galaxy Camera 2
SZ-10 | Galaxy Camera 2 |
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Reasons to pick Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 over the Olympus SZ-10
Galaxy Camera 2 | SZ-10 | |||
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Launched | January 2014 | February 2011 | Newer by 35 months | |
Manual focus | More exact focusing | |||
Display dimensions | 4.8" | 3" | Larger display (+1.8") | |
Display resolution | 1037k | 460k | Crisper display (+577k dot) | |
Touch display | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Olympus SZ-10 and Samsung Galaxy Camera 2
SZ-10 | Galaxy Camera 2 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Selfie screen | No selfie screen |
Olympus SZ-10 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 Physical Comparison
If you are aiming to travel with your camera, you need to consider its weight and size. The Olympus SZ-10 features physical dimensions of 106mm x 67mm x 38mm (4.2" x 2.6" x 1.5") having a weight of 215 grams (0.47 lbs) while the Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 has specifications of 133mm x 71mm x 19mm (5.2" x 2.8" x 0.7") and a weight of 283 grams (0.62 lbs).
Take a look at the Olympus SZ-10 versus Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Always remember, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are working with at the time. Underneath is a front view measurements comparison of the SZ-10 vs the Galaxy Camera 2.
Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SZ-10 and Galaxy Camera 2 is 90 and 90 respectively.
Olympus SZ-10 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it can be hard to imagine the contrast between sensor dimensions only by reviewing specifications. The pic here will give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the SZ-10 and Galaxy Camera 2.
To sum up, both of the cameras have the same sensor dimensions but different megapixels. You can anticipate the Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 to deliver greater detail having its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop pics a bit more aggressively. The more aged SZ-10 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.
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Olympus SZ-10 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 Specifications
Olympus SZ-10 | Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Olympus | Samsung |
Model type | Olympus SZ-10 | Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Launched | 2011-02-08 | 2014-01-02 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | TruePic III+ | 1.6GHz Quad-Core Exynos |
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4288 x 3216 | 4608 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch to focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-504mm (18.0x) | 23-483mm (21.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.1-4.4 | f/2.8-5.9 |
Macro focusing distance | 1cm | 10cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3 inches | 4.8 inches |
Resolution of display | 460 thousand dots | 1,037 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Display technology | TFT Color LCD | HD Super Clear Touch Display |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 4 seconds | 16 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shooting rate | 1.0 frames/s | 5.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 7.10 m | 3.80 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in | Auto, auto w/redeye reduction, fill-in, slow sync, flash off, redeye fix |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30, 15fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15fps) | 1920 x 1080 |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 215g (0.47 lb) | 283g (0.62 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 106 x 67 x 38mm (4.2" x 2.6" x 1.5") | 133 x 71 x 19mm (5.2" x 2.8" x 0.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 220 photographs | 400 photographs |
Battery type | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | LI-50B | Built-in |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 sec) | Yes (2, 5, or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | microSD/microSDHC/microSDXC |
Card slots | One | One |
Retail price | $300 | $400 |