Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 vs Samsung ST30

Below is a in depth analysis of the Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 versus Samsung ST30, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Ultracompact and they are both offered by Samsung. There is a sizeable difference between the image resolutions of the Galaxy Camera 2 (16MP) and ST30 (10MP) and the Galaxy Camera 2 (1/2.3") and ST30 (1/3") boast totally different sensor measurements.

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The Galaxy Camera 2 was unveiled 2 years later than the ST30 and that is quite a large gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of the cameras have different body design with the Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 being a Compact camera and the Samsung ST30 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before going straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a short synopsis of how the Galaxy Camera 2 matches up vs the ST30 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 and Samsung ST30. The full galleries are viewable at Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 Gallery and Samsung ST30 Gallery.

If you're intending to lug around your camera regularly, you will have to factor in its weight and volume. The Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 provides physical measurements of 133mm x 71mm x 19mm (5.2" x 2.8" x 0.7") with a weight of 283 grams (0.62 lbs) whilst the Samsung ST30 has sizing of 82mm x 52mm x 17mm (3.2" x 2.0" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 87 grams (0.19 lbs).

Compare the Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 versus Samsung ST30 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you choose at that time. Underneath is a front view proportions comparison of the Galaxy Camera 2 vs the ST30.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the Galaxy Camera 2 and ST30 is 90 and 98 respectively.

In many cases, its tough to see the gap between sensor measurements simply by looking at specifications. The graphic here might offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the Galaxy Camera 2 and ST30.

Plainly, the two cameras provide different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The Galaxy Camera 2 using its larger sensor will make getting shallower depth of field easier and the Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 will resolve extra detail having an extra 6MP. Greater resolution will also let you crop photos more aggressively. The more recent Galaxy Camera 2 will have an edge in sensor tech.