Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 vs Samsung HZ10W

Let's look much closer at the Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 versus Samsung HZ10W, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact and they are both sold by Samsung. There exists a sizeable gap among the resolutions of the Galaxy Camera 2 (16MP) and HZ10W (10MP) but both cameras boast the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The Galaxy Camera 2 was launched 4 years after the HZ10W which is a fairly large gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before diving straight to a complete comparison, here is a short highlight of how the Galaxy Camera 2 matches up versus the HZ10W with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 and Samsung HZ10W. The complete galleries are provided at Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 Gallery and Samsung HZ10W Gallery.

If you're looking to carry around your camera often, you should factor its weight and size. The Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 features outside dimensions of 133mm x 71mm x 19mm (5.2" x 2.8" x 0.7") and a weight of 283 grams (0.62 lbs) and the Samsung HZ10W has specifications of 105mm x 61mm x 37mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.5") with a weight of 249 grams (0.55 lbs).

Look at the Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 versus Samsung HZ10W in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are utilising during that time. Following is a front view measurements comparison of the Galaxy Camera 2 compared to the HZ10W.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Galaxy Camera 2 and HZ10W is 90 and 90 respectively.

More often than not, its hard to visualize the gap in sensor sizes purely by looking through specs. The picture below will offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the Galaxy Camera 2 and HZ10W.

As you can plainly see, both the cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit different resolution. You should expect the Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 to render extra detail utilizing its extra 6MP. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The more recent Galaxy Camera 2 provides an edge in sensor innovation.