Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 vs Sony NEX-5

Below, we will be matching up the Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 and Sony NEX-5, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by manufacturers Samsung and Sony. The resolution of the Galaxy Camera 2 (16MP) and the NEX-5 (14MP) is relatively close but the Galaxy Camera 2 (1/2.3") and NEX-5 (APS-C) feature different sensor size.

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The Galaxy Camera 2 was released 3 years after the NEX-5 which is a fairly significant difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of these cameras come with different body type with the Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 being a Compact camera and the Sony NEX-5 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go in to a comprehensive comparison, below is a brief highlight of how the Galaxy Camera 2 matches up versus the NEX-5 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 & Sony Alpha NEX-5. The complete galleries are available at Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 Gallery & Sony NEX-5 Gallery.

In case you're planning to carry around your camera frequently, you will have to factor in its weight and size. The Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 features outer dimensions 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 Sony NEX-5 has specifications of 111mm x 59mm x 38mm (4.4" x 2.3" x 1.5") and a weight of 287 grams (0.63 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you use at that time. The following is the front view measurement comparison of the Galaxy Camera 2 and the NEX-5.

Using size and weight, the portability score of the Galaxy Camera 2 and NEX-5 is 90 and 89 respectively.

Generally, it is difficult to visualize the gap in sensor sizes merely by researching a spec sheet. The picture underneath will offer you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the Galaxy Camera 2 and NEX-5.

As you can see, each of these cameras posses different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The Galaxy Camera 2 featuring a smaller sensor is going to make getting shallow DOF harder and the Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 will provide you with greater detail as a result of its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop shots somewhat more aggressively. The newer Galaxy Camera 2 should have an edge in sensor innovation.