Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 vs Sony QX1

On this page, we will be evaluating the Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 versus Sony QX1, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Lens-style by manufacturers Samsung and Sony. The resolution of the Galaxy Camera 2 (16MP) and the QX1 (20MP) is pretty well matched but the Galaxy Camera 2 (1/2.3") and QX1 (APS-C) posses different sensor sizes.

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The Galaxy Camera 2 was launched 8 months before the QX1 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Both of these cameras have different body design with the Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 being a Compact camera and the Sony QX1 being a Lens-style camera.

Before diving right into a in-depth comparison, here is a short introduction of how the Galaxy Camera 2 matches up vs the QX1 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 and Sony Alpha QX1. The complete galleries are available at Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 Gallery and Sony QX1 Gallery.

When you are going to carry your camera frequently, you're going to have to take into account its weight and measurements. The Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 has got 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) whilst the Sony QX1 has proportions of 74mm x 70mm x 53mm (2.9" x 2.8" x 2.1") along with a weight of 216 grams (0.48 lbs).

Look at the Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 versus Sony QX1 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you use at that time. Following is a front view physical size comparison of the Galaxy Camera 2 and the QX1.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the Galaxy Camera 2 and QX1 is 90 and 90 respectively.

In many cases, it's difficult to picture the gap between sensor sizing just by checking a spec sheet. The photograph here will provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the Galaxy Camera 2 and QX1.

As you can see, the two cameras provide different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The Galaxy Camera 2 because of its tinier sensor is going to make shooting bokeh harder and the Sony QX1 will give extra detail utilizing its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop photographs more aggressively. The older Galaxy Camera 2 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.