Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 vs Samsung HZ15W
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Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 vs Samsung HZ15W Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 4.8" Fixed Display
- 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)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" 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
- Launched February 2009
- Additionally Known as WB550
Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 vs Samsung HZ15W Overview
In this write-up, we will be reviewing the Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 and Samsung HZ15W, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact and they are both built by Samsung. There exists a big gap between the resolutions of the Galaxy Camera 2 (16MP) and HZ15W (12MP) but they possess the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe Galaxy Camera 2 was launched 4 years later than the HZ15W and that is quite a big gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before delving straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a quick summary of how the Galaxy Camera 2 matches up against the HZ15W in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 vs Samsung HZ15W Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery images for Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 and Samsung HZ15W. The complete galleries are viewable at Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 Gallery and Samsung HZ15W Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 over the Samsung HZ15W
Galaxy Camera 2 | HZ15W | |||
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Launched | January 2014 | February 2009 | Fresher by 60 months | |
Screen sizing | 4.8" | 3" | Bigger screen (+1.8") | |
Screen resolution | 1037k | 460k | Clearer screen (+577k dot) | |
Touch screen | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Samsung HZ15W over the Samsung Galaxy Camera 2
HZ15W | Galaxy Camera 2 |
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Common features in the Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 and Samsung HZ15W
Galaxy Camera 2 | HZ15W | |||
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Focus manually | Very exact focusing | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Selfie screen | Neither offers selfie screen |
Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 vs Samsung HZ15W Physical Comparison
If you are going to carry your camera often, you'll have to think about its weight and dimensions. The Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 offers physical dimensions of 133mm x 71mm x 19mm (5.2" x 2.8" x 0.7") and a weight of 283 grams (0.62 lbs) while the Samsung HZ15W has dimensions of 105mm x 61mm x 37mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.5") with a weight of 249 grams (0.55 lbs).
Examine the Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 and Samsung HZ15W in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are utilising at that time. Underneath is the front view dimensions comparison of the Galaxy Camera 2 and the HZ15W.
Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Galaxy Camera 2 and HZ15W is 90 and 90 respectively.
Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 vs Samsung HZ15W Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it is very difficult to visualise the gap between sensor sizing purely by checking specifications. The graphic below should offer you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the Galaxy Camera 2 and HZ15W.
To sum up, both the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same MP. You should expect the Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 to give greater detail utilizing its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will let you crop photographs far more aggressively. The younger Galaxy Camera 2 will have a benefit with regard to sensor innovation.
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Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 vs Samsung HZ15W Specifications
Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 | Samsung HZ15W | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Samsung | Samsung |
Model | Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 | Samsung HZ15W |
Also called | - | WB550 |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
Introduced | 2014-01-02 | 2009-02-23 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | 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 surface area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16MP | 12MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 16:9, 4:3 and 3:2 |
Peak resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4000 x 3000 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 23-483mm (21.0x) | 24-240mm (10.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/2.8-5.9 | f/3.3-5.8 |
Macro focus range | 10cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 4.8" | 3" |
Display resolution | 1,037k dot | 460k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Display tech | HD Super Clear Touch Display | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 16 seconds | 16 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | 5.0 frames/s | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 3.80 m | 4.70 m |
Flash options | 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 |
External flash | ||
AE 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) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
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 | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 283g (0.62 pounds) | 249g (0.55 pounds) |
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 score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 400 images | - |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | Built-in | - |
Self timer | Yes (2, 5, or 10 sec) | Yes (10 sec, 2 sec, Double, Motion Timer) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | microSD/microSDHC/microSDXC | SC/SDHC/MMC/MMCplus, internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Cost at release | $400 | $330 |