Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 vs Samsung NX1000
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Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 vs Samsung NX1000 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
- Launched January 2014
(Full Review)
- 20MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 12800
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Samsung NX Mount
- 222g - 114 x 63 x 37mm
- Revealed April 2012
- Replacement is Samsung NX1100
Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 vs Samsung NX1000 Overview
Let's look more closely at the Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 and Samsung NX1000, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and both of them are built by Samsung. The image resolution of the Galaxy Camera 2 (16MP) and the NX1000 (20MP) is pretty well matched but the Galaxy Camera 2 (1/2.3") and NX1000 (APS-C) provide totally different sensor dimensions.
Pentax 17 Pre-Orders Outperform Expectations by a LandslideThe Galaxy Camera 2 was revealed 21 months after the NX1000 which makes them a generation away from each other. Both of these cameras have different body design with the Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 being a Compact camera and the Samsung NX1000 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.
Before delving right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a short introduction of how the Galaxy Camera 2 grades vs the NX1000 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 vs Samsung NX1000 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery images for Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 & Samsung NX1000. The full galleries are provided at Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 Gallery & Samsung NX1000 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 over the Samsung NX1000
Galaxy Camera 2 | NX1000 | |||
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Revealed | January 2014 | April 2012 | Newer by 21 months | |
Screen dimensions | 4.8" | 3" | Bigger screen (+1.8") | |
Screen resolution | 1037k | 921k | Sharper screen (+116k dot) | |
Touch friendly screen | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Samsung NX1000 over the Samsung Galaxy Camera 2
NX1000 | Galaxy Camera 2 |
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Common features in the Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 and Samsung NX1000
Galaxy Camera 2 | NX1000 | |||
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Manual focus | More accurate focus | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Selfie screen | Lacking selfie screen |
Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 vs Samsung NX1000 Physical Comparison
If you are looking to travel with your camera regularly, you'll have to factor in its weight and proportions. The Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 provides exterior dimensions of 133mm x 71mm x 19mm (5.2" x 2.8" x 0.7") having a weight of 283 grams (0.62 lbs) while the Samsung NX1000 has measurements of 114mm x 63mm x 37mm (4.5" x 2.5" x 1.5") and a weight of 222 grams (0.49 lbs).
Examine the Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 and Samsung NX1000 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into account, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you have attached during that time. Underneath is a front view scale comparison of the Galaxy Camera 2 compared to the NX1000.
Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the Galaxy Camera 2 and NX1000 is 90 and 90 respectively.
Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 vs Samsung NX1000 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it is very hard to visualise the contrast between sensor dimensions just by reading through a spec sheet. The image here should offer you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the Galaxy Camera 2 and NX1000.
Clearly, both of the cameras provide different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The Galaxy Camera 2 using its tinier sensor will make getting shallow depth of field more difficult and the Samsung NX1000 will give more detail because of its extra 4MP. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop photographs more aggressively. The fresher Galaxy Camera 2 will have a benefit in sensor innovation.
Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 vs Samsung NX1000 Screen and ViewFinder
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Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 vs Samsung NX1000 Specifications
Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 | Samsung NX1000 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Samsung | Samsung |
Model | Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 | Samsung NX1000 |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Launched | 2014-01-02 | 2012-04-19 |
Body design | Compact | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | 1.6GHz Quad-Core Exynos | - |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | APS-C |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 23.5 x 15.7mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 369.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 20 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 5472 x 3648 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 12800 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Number of focus points | - | 15 |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | Samsung NX |
Lens focal range | 23-483mm (21.0x) | - |
Maximum aperture | f/2.8-5.9 | - |
Macro focus range | 10cm | - |
Available lenses | - | 32 |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 4.8" | 3" |
Screen resolution | 1,037k dot | 921k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Screen technology | HD Super Clear Touch Display | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 16s | 30s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/4000s |
Continuous shooting speed | 5.0 frames/s | 8.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 3.80 m | no built-in flash |
Flash options | Auto, auto w/redeye reduction, fill-in, slow sync, flash off, redeye fix | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, 1st/2nd Curtain, Smart Flash, Manual |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Maximum flash sync | - | 1/180s |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1920 x 810 (24 fps) 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | BuiltIn | Optional |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 283g (0.62 lbs) | 222g (0.49 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 133 x 71 x 19mm (5.2" x 2.8" x 0.7") | 114 x 63 x 37mm (4.5" x 2.5" x 1.5") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | 72 |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | 22.8 |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | 12.4 |
DXO Low light score | not tested | 840 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 400 shots | 320 shots |
Battery form | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | Built-in | BC1030 |
Self timer | Yes (2, 5, or 10 sec) | Yes (2 sec to 30 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | microSD/microSDHC/microSDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Pricing at launch | $400 | $388 |