Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 vs Sony HX300

Below is a thorough comparison of the Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 versus Sony HX300, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by rivals Samsung and Sony. The image resolution of the Galaxy Camera 2 (16MP) and the HX300 (20MP) is fairly comparable and both cameras offer the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The Galaxy Camera 2 was introduced 11 months later than the HX300 so they are both of a similar age. Each of the cameras feature different body design with the Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 being a Compact camera and the Sony HX300 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before going into a complete comparison, here is a short view of how the Galaxy Camera 2 matches up against the HX300 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX300. The whole galleries are available at Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 Gallery & Sony HX300 Gallery.

If you're intending to lug around your camera frequently, you should consider its weight and dimensions. The Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 has got outer measurements of 133mm x 71mm x 19mm (5.2" x 2.8" x 0.7") having a weight of 283 grams (0.62 lbs) while the Sony HX300 has dimensions of 130mm x 103mm x 93mm (5.1" x 4.1" x 3.7") having a weight of 623 grams (1.37 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are utilising at the time. Underneath is a front view size comparison of the Galaxy Camera 2 and the HX300.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Galaxy Camera 2 and HX300 is 90 and 63 respectively.

Typically, it is hard to envision the contrast in sensor measurements simply by seeing specifications. The graphic below might offer you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the Galaxy Camera 2 and HX300.

To sum up, both cameras come with the identical sensor size but not the same resolution. You can anticipate the Sony HX300 to show extra detail using its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also help you crop images a good deal more aggressively. The fresher Galaxy Camera 2 is going to have a benefit with regard to sensor innovation.