Olympus 1 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 2

Here, we will be evaluating the Olympus 1 versus Samsung Galaxy Camera 2, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by rivals Olympus and Samsung. There is a considerable difference between the sensor resolutions of the 1 (12MP) and Galaxy Camera 2 (16MP) and the 1 (1/1.7") and Galaxy Camera 2 (1/2.3") boast totally different sensor size.

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The 1 was introduced about the same time to the Galaxy Camera 2 and they are of a similar age. Both the cameras feature different body design with the Olympus 1 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 being a Compact camera.

Before going right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a concise highlight of how the 1 grades versus the Galaxy Camera 2 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus Stylus 1 & Samsung Galaxy Camera 2. The whole galleries are available at Olympus 1 Gallery & Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 Gallery.

For those who are planning to travel with your camera frequently, you will have to consider its weight and proportions. The Olympus 1 offers exterior measurements of 116mm x 87mm x 57mm (4.6" x 3.4" x 2.2") along with a weight of 402 grams (0.89 lbs) whilst the Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 has measurements of 133mm x 71mm x 19mm (5.2" x 2.8" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 283 grams (0.62 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you choose at that moment. Here is a front view proportions comparison of the 1 compared to the Galaxy Camera 2.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the 1 and Galaxy Camera 2 is 79 and 90 respectively.

Often, its tough to see the difference between sensor dimensions simply by reading specifications. The picture here may provide you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the 1 and Galaxy Camera 2.

Plainly, both of these cameras feature different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The 1 with its bigger sensor will make achieving shallow DOF less difficult and the Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 will offer greater detail using its extra 4MP. Higher resolution can also help you crop photographs way more aggressively.