Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 vs Sony HX100V
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Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 vs Sony HX100V 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
- Revealed January 2014
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 27-810mm (F2.8-5.6) lens
- 577g - 122 x 87 x 93mm
- Released October 2011
- Newer Model is Sony HX200V

Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 vs Sony HX100V Overview
Lets take a deeper look at the Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 versus Sony HX100V, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by rivals Samsung and Sony. The image resolution of the Galaxy Camera 2 (16MP) and the HX100V (16MP) is fairly comparable and they use the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

The Galaxy Camera 2 was announced 2 years later than the HX100V and that is a fairly significant difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both the cameras come with different body type with the Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 being a Compact camera and the Sony HX100V being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.
Before diving in to a detailed comparison, below is a brief summation of how the Galaxy Camera 2 grades against the HX100V in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 vs Sony HX100V Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX100V. The whole galleries are available at Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 Gallery & Sony HX100V Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 over the Sony HX100V
Galaxy Camera 2 | HX100V | |||
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Released | January 2014 | ![]() | October 2011 | Fresher by 27 months |
Display dimension | 4.8" | ![]() | 3" | Larger display (+1.8") |
Display resolution | 1037k | ![]() | 921k | Clearer display (+116k dot) |
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Sony HX100V over the Samsung Galaxy Camera 2
HX100V | Galaxy Camera 2 | |||
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Display type | Tilting | ![]() | Fixed | Tilting display |
Common features in the Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 and Sony HX100V
Galaxy Camera 2 | HX100V | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | More precise focus | ||
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lack of selfie screen |
Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 vs Sony HX100V Physical Comparison
For anybody who is going to carry your camera often, you are going to need to think about its weight and dimensions. The Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 offers 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) and the Sony HX100V has dimensions of 122mm x 87mm x 93mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 3.7") with a weight of 577 grams (1.27 lbs).
Look at the Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 versus Sony HX100V in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into account, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you have chosen at that time. Underneath is the front view measurements comparison of the Galaxy Camera 2 and the HX100V.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the Galaxy Camera 2 and HX100V is 90 and 66 respectively.

Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 vs Sony HX100V Sensor Comparison
Often, it is hard to visualize the contrast in sensor sizing just by going through a spec sheet. The photograph here will help provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the Galaxy Camera 2 and HX100V.
Clearly, the 2 cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the same exact MP so you can expect comparable quality of pictures but you should really consider the age of the cameras into account. The newer Galaxy Camera 2 should have a benefit when it comes to sensor innovation.

Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 vs Sony HX100V Screen and ViewFinder


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Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 vs Sony HX100V Specifications
Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX100V | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Samsung | Sony |
Model | Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX100V |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Revealed | 2014-01-02 | 2011-10-21 |
Body design | Compact | SLR-like (bridge) |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | 1.6GHz Quad-Core Exynos | BIONZ |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16MP | 16MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch to focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Number of focus points | - | 9 |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 23-483mm (21.0x) | 27-810mm (30.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/2.8-5.9 | f/2.8-5.6 |
Macro focus range | 10cm | - |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Tilting |
Display sizing | 4.8" | 3" |
Resolution of display | 1,037 thousand dot | 921 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Display technology | HD Super Clear Touch Display | XtraFine LCD display with TruBlack technology |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | Electronic |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 16 secs | 30 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | 5.0 frames/s | 10.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 3.80 m | 12.70 m |
Flash modes | Auto, auto w/redeye reduction, fill-in, slow sync, flash off, redeye fix | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 | 1920 x 1080 (60fps), 1440 x 1080 (30fps), 1280 x 720 (30fps), 640 x 480 (30fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Eye-Fi Connected |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | BuiltIn | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 283 gr (0.62 pounds) | 577 gr (1.27 pounds) |
Dimensions | 133 x 71 x 19mm (5.2" x 2.8" x 0.7") | 122 x 87 x 93mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 3.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 400 shots | - |
Battery format | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | Built-in | NP-FH50 |
Self timer | Yes (2, 5, or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | microSD/microSDHC/microSDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo |
Storage slots | One | One |
Retail cost | $400 | $429 |