Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 vs Sony HX30V

Let's take a more detailed look at the Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 vs Sony HX30V, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by brands Samsung and Sony. The resolution of the Galaxy Camera 2 (16MP) and the HX30V (18MP) is pretty similar and both cameras provide the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The Galaxy Camera 2 was manufactured 23 months later than the HX30V which makes them a generation apart from each other. The two cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before going into a more detailed comparison, here is a brief summation of how the Galaxy Camera 2 grades vs the HX30V for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX30V. The entire galleries are viewable at Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 Gallery and Sony HX30V Gallery.

When you are intending to carry your camera regularly, you will have to think about its weight and size. The Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 provides outer measurements of 133mm x 71mm x 19mm (5.2" x 2.8" x 0.7") with a weight of 283 grams (0.62 lbs) while the Sony HX30V has specifications of 107mm x 62mm x 35mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.4") having a weight of 254 grams (0.56 lbs).

Contrast the Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 vs Sony HX30V in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you have chosen at that moment. The following is a front view over all size comparison of the Galaxy Camera 2 vs the HX30V.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the Galaxy Camera 2 and HX30V is 90 and 90 respectively.

Often, it is very hard to visualize the gap between sensor sizing purely by going over a spec sheet. The photograph here might provide you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the Galaxy Camera 2 and HX30V.

Clearly, both of the cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit different MP. You should expect the Sony HX30V to offer more detail due to its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The more recent Galaxy Camera 2 provides an advantage when it comes to sensor innovation.