Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 vs Samsung SL820

Here, we will be looking at the Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 versus Samsung SL820, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact and both are sold by Samsung. There exists a significant gap between the image resolutions of the Galaxy Camera 2 (16MP) and SL820 (12MP) but both cameras boast the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The Galaxy Camera 2 was introduced 4 years after the SL820 which is quite a sizable gap as far as technology is concerned. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before getting into a more detailed comparison, here is a simple introduction of how the Galaxy Camera 2 grades against the SL820 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 and Samsung SL820. The whole galleries are viewable at Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 Gallery and Samsung SL820 Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to travel with your camera regularly, you should take into account its weight and measurements. The Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 enjoys physical 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) and the Samsung SL820 has proportions of 95mm x 59mm x 23mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.9") having a weight of 168 grams (0.37 lbs).

Contrast the Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 versus Samsung SL820 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you have at the time. Below is a front view overall size comparison of the Galaxy Camera 2 against the SL820.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Galaxy Camera 2 and SL820 is 90 and 94 respectively.

Sometimes, it is very tough to visualize the gap between sensor dimensions merely by looking at technical specs. The pic underneath will give you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the Galaxy Camera 2 and SL820.

As you have seen, the 2 cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit different resolution. You should expect the Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 to give you more detail using its extra 4MP. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop pictures way more aggressively. The younger Galaxy Camera 2 should have a benefit when it comes to sensor tech.