Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 vs Samsung NX1

Following is a complete comparison of the Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 vs Samsung NX1, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Pro Mirrorless and they are both produced by Samsung. There exists a substantial gap between the image resolutions of the Galaxy Camera 2 (16MP) and NX1 (28MP) and the Galaxy Camera 2 (1/2.3") and NX1 (APS-C) boast different sensor sizing.

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The Galaxy Camera 2 was announced 8 months before the NX1 which means that they are of a similar age. Each of these cameras feature different body design with the Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 being a Compact camera and the Samsung NX1 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go into a comprehensive comparison, here is a short highlight of how the Galaxy Camera 2 matches up vs the NX1 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 & Samsung NX1. The whole galleries are available at Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 Gallery & Samsung NX1 Gallery.

For anybody who is looking to carry around your camera, you are going to need to factor in its weight and size. The Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 enjoys external measurements of 133mm x 71mm x 19mm (5.2" x 2.8" x 0.7") along with a weight of 283 grams (0.62 lbs) while the Samsung NX1 has specifications of 139mm x 102mm x 66mm (5.5" x 4.0" x 2.6") with a weight of 550 grams (1.21 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you have attached during that time. The following is a front view size comparison of the Galaxy Camera 2 against the NX1.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Galaxy Camera 2 and NX1 is 90 and 66 respectively.

Normally, it is difficult to imagine the difference between sensor sizes only by looking at technical specs. The picture here might provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the Galaxy Camera 2 and NX1.

As you have seen, each of the cameras feature different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The Galaxy Camera 2 using its tinier sensor is going to make getting shallower DOF trickier and the Samsung NX1 will give you greater detail with its extra 12MP. Greater resolution will allow you to crop photos way more aggressively. The more aged Galaxy Camera 2 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor tech.