Panasonic TS2 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 2

Lets look more in depth at the Panasonic TS2 versus Samsung Galaxy Camera 2, former being a Waterproof while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals Panasonic and Samsung. The resolution of the TS2 (14MP) and the Galaxy Camera 2 (16MP) is relatively comparable and both cameras provide the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The TS2 was released 4 years prior to the Galaxy Camera 2 and that is a fairly large difference as far as camera technology is concerned. The two cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before we go right into a in depth comparison, here is a concise synopsis of how the TS2 matches up vs the Galaxy Camera 2 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS2 & Samsung Galaxy Camera 2. The complete galleries are available at Panasonic TS2 Gallery & Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 Gallery.

In case you're planning to carry your camera often, you are going to need to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic TS2 provides outer dimensions of 99mm x 63mm x 24mm (3.9" x 2.5" x 0.9") with a weight of 188 grams (0.41 lbs) while the Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 has dimensions 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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Remember, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you choose at that moment. Below is a front view dimension comparison of the TS2 versus the Galaxy Camera 2.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the TS2 and Galaxy Camera 2 is 93 and 90 respectively.

Sometimes, it is hard to visualise the contrast in sensor sizing merely by seeing specs. The graphic underneath will offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the TS2 and Galaxy Camera 2.

As you can plainly see, both of the cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit not the same resolution. You can count on the Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 to produce greater detail as a result of its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop photographs way more aggressively. The older TS2 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.