Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 vs Sony H200

On this page, we will be reviewing the Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 vs Sony H200, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by competitors Samsung and Sony. The sensor resolution of the Galaxy Camera 2 (16MP) and the H200 (20MP) is relatively comparable and both cameras offer the same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The Galaxy Camera 2 was introduced 12 months after the H200 and they are of a similar generation. The two cameras have different body design with the Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 being a Compact camera and the Sony H200 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before going into a thorough comparison, here is a simple highlight of how the Galaxy Camera 2 matches up against the H200 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H200. The whole galleries are provided at Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 Gallery and Sony H200 Gallery.

For anyone who is planning to carry around your camera, you have to take into account its weight and measurements. The Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 comes with physical measurements of 133mm x 71mm x 19mm (5.2" x 2.8" x 0.7") and a weight of 283 grams (0.62 lbs) whilst the Sony H200 has proportions of 123mm x 83mm x 87mm (4.8" x 3.3" x 3.4") accompanied by a weight of 530 grams (1.17 lbs).

Look at the Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 vs Sony H200 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you have at the time. Below is a front view physical size comparison of the Galaxy Camera 2 against the H200.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Galaxy Camera 2 and H200 is 90 and 67 respectively.

Quite often, it is very tough to picture the contrast in sensor sizes purely by seeing a spec sheet. The image below will give you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the Galaxy Camera 2 and H200.

As you can see, both of the cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit different megapixels. You should count on the Sony H200 to produce more detail using its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will also let you crop shots a bit more aggressively. The newer Galaxy Camera 2 should have an edge in sensor innovation.