Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 vs Samsung HZ10W
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Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 vs Samsung HZ10W Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 4.8" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 23-483mm (F2.8-5.9) lens
- 283g - 133 x 71 x 19mm
- Introduced January 2014
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-240mm (F3.3-5.8) lens
- 249g - 105 x 61 x 37mm
- Revealed May 2009
- Also referred to as WB500

Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 vs Samsung HZ10W Overview
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").

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.

Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 vs Samsung HZ10W Gallery
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.
Reasons to pick Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 over the Samsung HZ10W
Galaxy Camera 2 | HZ10W | |||
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Revealed | January 2014 | ![]() | May 2009 | More modern by 57 months |
Screen size | 4.8" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+2.1") |
Screen resolution | 1037k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper screen (+807k dot) |
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Samsung HZ10W over the Samsung Galaxy Camera 2
HZ10W | Galaxy Camera 2 |
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Common features in the Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 and Samsung HZ10W
Galaxy Camera 2 | HZ10W | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Dial exact focusing | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lacking selfie screen |
Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 vs Samsung HZ10W Physical Comparison
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.

Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 vs Samsung HZ10W Sensor Comparison
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.

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Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 vs Samsung HZ10W Specifications
Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 | Samsung HZ10W | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Samsung | Samsung |
Model type | Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 | Samsung HZ10W |
Other name | - | WB500 |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
Introduced | 2014-01-02 | 2009-05-14 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | 1.6GHz Quad-Core Exynos | - |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 10 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 16:9, 4:3 and 3:2 |
Max resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 3648 x 2432 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 23-483mm (21.0x) | 24-240mm (10.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/2.8-5.9 | f/3.3-5.8 |
Macro focusing range | 10cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 4.8 inch | 2.7 inch |
Screen resolution | 1,037k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Screen tech | HD Super Clear Touch Display | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 16 secs | 16 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/1500 secs |
Continuous shutter rate | 5.0fps | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.80 m | - |
Flash settings | Auto, auto w/redeye reduction, fill-in, slow sync, flash off, redeye fix | Auto, Auto & Red-eye reduction, Fill-in flash, Slow sync, Flash off, Red eye fix |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (60, 30, 15 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | BuiltIn | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 283 gr (0.62 lb) | 249 gr (0.55 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 133 x 71 x 19mm (5.2" x 2.8" x 0.7") | 105 x 61 x 37mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.5") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 400 photos | - |
Battery style | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | Built-in | - |
Self timer | Yes (2, 5, or 10 sec) | Yes (10 sec, 2 sec, Double, Motion Timer) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | microSD/microSDHC/microSDXC | SC/SDHC/MMC/MMCplus, internal |
Card slots | One | One |
Price at release | $400 | $300 |