Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 vs Sony A6600

Here, we will be looking at the Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 versus Sony A6600, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Advanced Mirrorless by manufacturers Samsung and Sony. There is a sizable difference between the resolutions of the Galaxy Camera 2 (16MP) and A6600 (24MP) and the Galaxy Camera 2 (1/2.3") and A6600 (APS-C) have different sensor dimensions.

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The Galaxy Camera 2 was introduced 6 years before the A6600 which is quite a significant difference as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras feature different body design with the Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 being a Compact camera and the Sony A6600 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before diving into a in depth comparison, here is a brief summation of how the Galaxy Camera 2 grades against the A6600 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 & Sony Alpha a6600. The whole galleries are viewable at Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 Gallery & Sony A6600 Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to carry around your camera frequently, you're going to have to factor in its weight and size. The Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 has got physical 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 A6600 has specifications of 120mm x 67mm x 69mm (4.7" x 2.6" x 2.7") along with a weight of 503 grams (1.11 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are using at that time. The following is a front view measurement comparison of the Galaxy Camera 2 against the A6600.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the Galaxy Camera 2 and A6600 is 90 and 77 respectively.

Oftentimes, it can be tough to imagine the contrast between sensor sizes merely by looking at specifications. The image underneath will help give you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the Galaxy Camera 2 and A6600.

To sum up, each of these cameras come with different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The Galaxy Camera 2 using its tinier sensor is going to make getting shallow depth of field trickier and the Sony A6600 will give you extra detail using its extra 8MP. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The more aged Galaxy Camera 2 is going to be behind in sensor tech.