Pentax ist DS2 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G

In this write-up, we are comparing the Pentax ist DS2 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G, former is a Advanced DSLR while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by companies Pentax and Samsung. There is a large difference between the image resolutions of the ist DS2 (6MP) and Galaxy Camera 4G (16MP) and the ist DS2 (APS-C) and Galaxy Camera 4G (1/2.3") use totally different sensor measurements.

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The ist DS2 was launched 8 years prior to the Galaxy Camera 4G which is quite a serious difference as far as tech is concerned. Each of these cameras offer different body type with the Pentax ist DS2 being a Mid-size SLR camera and the Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G being a Compact camera.

Before we go in to a in-depth comparison, below is a brief synopsis of how the ist DS2 grades against the Galaxy Camera 4G when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Pentax ist DS2 & Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G. The complete galleries are viewable at Pentax ist DS2 Gallery & Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G Gallery.

For anyone who is looking to travel with your camera frequently, you have to consider its weight and measurements. The Pentax ist DS2 has got external measurements of 125mm x 93mm x 66mm (4.9" x 3.7" x 2.6") along with a weight of 605 grams (1.33 lbs) and the Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G has proportions of 129mm x 71mm x 19mm (5.1" x 2.8" x 0.7") with a weight of 305 grams (0.67 lbs).

Examine the Pentax ist DS2 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you select at that moment. Below is the front view dimensions comparison of the ist DS2 vs the Galaxy Camera 4G.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the ist DS2 and Galaxy Camera 4G is 68 and 90 respectively.

In many cases, it is hard to see the difference between sensor dimensions simply by reading specifications. The picture here should offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the ist DS2 and Galaxy Camera 4G.

Plainly, both of the cameras offer different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The ist DS2 featuring a larger sensor will make shooting shallow depth of field simpler and the Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G will deliver more detail utilizing its extra 10MP. Greater resolution will let you crop images a little more aggressively. The more aged ist DS2 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.