Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 vs Sony NEX-5T
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Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 vs Sony NEX-5T Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 4.8" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 23-483mm (F2.8-5.9) lens
- 283g - 133 x 71 x 19mm
- Released January 2014
(Full Review)
- 16MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 100 - 25600
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Sony E Mount
- 276g - 111 x 59 x 39mm
- Revealed August 2013
- Superseded the Sony NEX-5R
Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 vs Sony NEX-5T Overview
Let's look more closely at the Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 vs Sony NEX-5T, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by brands Samsung and Sony. The sensor resolution of the Galaxy Camera 2 (16MP) and the NEX-5T (16MP) is relatively similar but the Galaxy Camera 2 (1/2.3") and NEX-5T (APS-C) offer totally different sensor sizing.
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe Galaxy Camera 2 was manufactured 5 months after the NEX-5T so they are of a similar age. Both of the cameras have different body design with the Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 being a Compact camera and the Sony NEX-5T being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.
Before going straight to a detailed comparison, here is a concise summation of how the Galaxy Camera 2 scores vs the NEX-5T in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 vs Sony NEX-5T Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 & Sony Alpha NEX-5T. The entire galleries are provided at Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 Gallery & Sony NEX-5T Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 over the Sony NEX-5T
Galaxy Camera 2 | NEX-5T | |||
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Screen dimensions | 4.8" | 3" | Bigger screen (+1.8") | |
Screen resolution | 1037k | 922k | Sharper screen (+115k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sony NEX-5T over the Samsung Galaxy Camera 2
NEX-5T | Galaxy Camera 2 | |||
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Screen type | Tilting | Fixed | Tilting screen | |
Selfie screen | Take selfies |
Common features in the Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 and Sony NEX-5T
Galaxy Camera 2 | NEX-5T | |||
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Revealed | January 2014 | August 2013 | Similar age | |
Manually focus | Dial exact focusing | |||
Touch friendly screen | Quickly navigate |
Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 vs Sony NEX-5T Physical Comparison
In case you're intending to travel with your camera often, you'll have to consider 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") and a weight of 283 grams (0.62 lbs) while the Sony NEX-5T has specifications of 111mm x 59mm x 39mm (4.4" x 2.3" x 1.5") with a weight of 276 grams (0.61 lbs).
Check out the Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 vs Sony NEX-5T in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember that, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you select at that time. Following is a front view scale comparison of the Galaxy Camera 2 versus the NEX-5T.
Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the Galaxy Camera 2 and NEX-5T is 90 and 89 respectively.
Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 vs Sony NEX-5T Sensor Comparison
Often, its difficult to visualise the gap between sensor dimensions only by going over specs. The picture underneath may offer you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the Galaxy Camera 2 and NEX-5T.
All in all, both of these cameras have the same MP albeit not the same sensor dimensions. The Galaxy Camera 2 includes the tinier sensor which is going to make obtaining shallow depth of field harder.
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Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 vs Sony NEX-5T Specifications
Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 | Sony Alpha NEX-5T | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Samsung | Sony |
Model | Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 | Sony Alpha NEX-5T |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Released | 2014-01-02 | 2013-08-27 |
Body design | Compact | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | 1.6GHz Quad-Core Exynos | Bionz |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | APS-C |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 23.4 x 15.6mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 365.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4912 x 3264 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 25600 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | - | 99 |
Cross focus points | - | 25 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | Sony E |
Lens focal range | 23-483mm (21.0x) | - |
Maximal aperture | f/2.8-5.9 | - |
Macro focus distance | 10cm | - |
Total lenses | - | 121 |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Tilting |
Display sizing | 4.8 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of display | 1,037k dot | 922k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Display technology | HD Super Clear Touch Display | Tilt Up 180° Down 50° TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | Electronic (optional) |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 16 secs | 30 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | 5.0 frames per second | 10.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 3.80 m | 7.00 m (ISO100) |
Flash settings | Auto, auto w/redeye reduction, fill-in, slow sync, flash off, redeye fix | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Rear Curtain, Fill-in |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Fastest flash sync | - | 1/160 secs |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 | 1920 x1080 (60p/60i/24p) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD, H.264 |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | BuiltIn | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 283 grams (0.62 pounds) | 276 grams (0.61 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 133 x 71 x 19mm (5.2" x 2.8" x 0.7") | 111 x 59 x 39mm (4.4" x 2.3" x 1.5") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | 78 |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | 23.6 |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | 13.0 |
DXO Low light score | not tested | 1015 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 400 shots | 330 shots |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | Built-in | NPFW50 |
Self timer | Yes (2, 5, or 10 sec) | Yes ((10/2 sec. delay), Self-timer (Cont.) (with 10 sec. delay; 3/5 exposures)) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | microSD/microSDHC/microSDXC | SD/ SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Pro Duo/ Pro-HG Duo |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Retail cost | $400 | $400 |