Olympus 550WP vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 2

Below is a extensive overview of the Olympus 550WP and Samsung Galaxy Camera 2, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals Olympus and Samsung. There is a substantial difference among the image resolutions of the 550WP (10MP) and Galaxy Camera 2 (16MP) but they enjoy the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The 550WP was revealed 6 years earlier than the Galaxy Camera 2 and that is a fairly big difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving in to a more detailed comparison, below is a concise overview of how the 550WP matches up versus the Galaxy Camera 2 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus Stylus 550WP & Samsung Galaxy Camera 2. The full galleries are available at Olympus 550WP Gallery & Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 Gallery.

For anyone who is looking to lug around your camera often, you'll have to factor its weight and size. The Olympus 550WP features physical measurements of 94mm x 62mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs) and the Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 has specifications of 133mm x 71mm x 19mm (5.2" x 2.8" x 0.7") along with a weight of 283 grams (0.62 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are using during that time. Following is the front view sizing comparison of the 550WP versus the Galaxy Camera 2.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the 550WP and Galaxy Camera 2 is 94 and 90 respectively.

Oftentimes, it can be difficult to imagine the gap in sensor measurements merely by going through a spec sheet. The visual here may give you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the 550WP and Galaxy Camera 2.

Clearly, the two cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but different megapixels. You can anticipate the Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 to show extra detail because of its extra 6MP. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop pics a little more aggressively. The older 550WP will be behind with regard to sensor innovation.