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Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 vs Sony HX7V

Portability
90
Imaging
40
Features
60
Overall
48
Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 front
 
Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX7V front
Portability
92
Imaging
39
Features
37
Overall
38

Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 vs Sony HX7V Key Specs

Samsung Galaxy Camera 2
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 4.8" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 100 - 3200
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • 23-483mm (F2.8-5.9) lens
  • 283g - 133 x 71 x 19mm
  • Announced January 2014
Sony HX7V
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 125 - 3200
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • 25-250mm (F3.5-5.5) lens
  • 208g - 102 x 58 x 29mm
  • Released July 2011
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Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 vs Sony HX7V Overview

Lets look closer at the Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 and Sony HX7V, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors Samsung and Sony. The image resolution of the Galaxy Camera 2 (16MP) and the HX7V (16MP) is relatively similar and they enjoy the exact same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The Galaxy Camera 2 was introduced 2 years later than the HX7V and that is quite a big difference as far as technology is concerned. Each of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving through a in-depth comparison, below is a short highlight of how the Galaxy Camera 2 grades against the HX7V with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

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Reasons to pick Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 over the Sony HX7V

 Galaxy Camera 2 HX7V 
ReleasedJanuary 2014July 2011More recent by 30 months
Manually focus More exact focus
Screen dimension4.8"3"Bigger screen (+1.8")
Screen resolution1037k921kSharper screen (+116k dot)
Touch friendly screen Quickly navigate

Reasons to pick Sony HX7V over the Samsung Galaxy Camera 2

 HX7V Galaxy Camera 2 

Common features in the Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 and Sony HX7V

 Galaxy Camera 2 HX7V 
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Selfie screen Lacking selfie screen

Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 vs Sony HX7V Physical Comparison

For anyone who is looking to lug around your camera often, you will want to think about its weight and measurements. The Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 features physical dimensions of 133mm x 71mm x 19mm (5.2" x 2.8" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 283 grams (0.62 lbs) and the Sony HX7V has proportions of 102mm x 58mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") having a weight of 208 grams (0.46 lbs).

Examine the Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 and Sony HX7V in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you have during that time. Below is the front view sizing comparison of the Galaxy Camera 2 against the HX7V.

Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 vs Sony HX7V size comparison

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Galaxy Camera 2 and HX7V is 90 and 92 respectively.

Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 vs Sony HX7V top view buttons comparison

Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 vs Sony HX7V Sensor Comparison

Typically, it is hard to see the difference between sensor measurements purely by reviewing specs. The visual here will help give you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the Galaxy Camera 2 and HX7V.

All in all, the 2 cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the identical resolution therefore you can expect similar quality of files but you should always take the launch date of the products into consideration. The more recent Galaxy Camera 2 is going to have an edge when it comes to sensor technology.

Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 vs Sony HX7V sensor size comparison

Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 vs Sony HX7V Screen and ViewFinder

Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 vs Sony HX7V Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 Portrait photography information
Sony HX7V Portrait photography information
44
has manual focus
megapixel count good (16MP)
offers face detect autofocus
cannot use external flash
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
has no RAW files
30
megapixel count decent (16 megapixels)
manual focus not available
manual exposure not available
can't use external flash
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
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Street Comparison

Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 Street photography info
Sony HX7V Street photography info
65
built in image stabilization (Optical)
includes touch focus
lighter than average (283g)
no articulating screen
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
has no RAW files
56
has image stabilization (Optical)
no moving screen
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
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Sports Comparison

Sports photography with Samsung Galaxy Camera 2
Sports photography with Sony HX7V
48
incredible zoom range (23-483mm 21.0 x zoom)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
megapixel count good (16 megapixels)
good battery life (400 shots)
max fps low (5.0 fps)
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
has no phase detect autofocus
39
has image stabilization (Optical)
megapixel count decent (16 megapixels)
no shutter priority
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
does not have phase detect auto focus
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Travel Comparison

Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 Travel photography highlights
Sony HX7V Travel photography highlights
73
good battery life (400 shots)
lighter than average (283g)
connects via bluetooth
includes touch focus
megapixel count good (16 megapixels)
built-in flash
relatively wide (23mm)
very long zoom (483mm)
lack of Timelapse mode
does not contain selfie friendly display
slow maximum aperture (f2.8)
67
megapixel count decent (16MP)
flash built-in
reasonably wide (25mm)
very long reach (250mm)
doesn't have Timelapse function
does not have a selfie friendly screen
slow max aperture (f3.5)
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Landscape Comparison

Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 Landscape photography details
Sony HX7V Landscape photography details
52
has manual focus
relatively wide (23mm)
screen larger than average (4.8")
built in image stabilization (Optical)
megapixel count good (16 megapixels)
good battery life (400 CIPA)
cannot swap lens (fixed lens mount)
slow maximum aperture (f2.8)
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
has no RAW files
lack of Timelapse mode
42
reasonably wide (25mm)
decent sized screen (3 inches)
has image stabilization (Optical)
megapixel count decent (16 megapixels)
manual focus not available
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
slow max aperture (f3.5)
manual exposure not available
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
doesn't have Timelapse function
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Vlogging Comparison

Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 Vlogging factors
Sony HX7V Vlogging factors
37
relatively wide (23mm)
built-in touchscreen
built in image stabilization (Optical)
offers face detect autofocus
high res video (1920 x 1080 pxls)
has microphone port
lighter than average (283g)
slow maximum aperture (f2.8)
does not contain selfie friendly display
32
reasonably wide (25mm)
has image stabilization (Optical)
high res video (1920 x 1080 resolution)
slow max aperture (f3.5)
does not have a selfie friendly screen
doesn't have microphone socket
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Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 vs Sony HX7V Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 and Sony HX7V
 Samsung Galaxy Camera 2Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX7V
General Information
Brand Samsung Sony
Model type Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX7V
Type Small Sensor Superzoom Small Sensor Compact
Announced 2014-01-02 2011-07-19
Physical type Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Processor Chip 1.6GHz Quad-Core Exynos BIONZ
Sensor type BSI-CMOS BSI-CMOS
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor measurements 6.17 x 4.55mm 6.17 x 4.55mm
Sensor surface area 28.1mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 16MP 16MP
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 4:3 and 16:9
Max resolution 4608 x 3456 4608 x 3456
Max native ISO 3200 3200
Lowest native ISO 100 125
RAW support
Autofocusing
Manual focusing
Autofocus touch
Autofocus continuous
Autofocus single
Autofocus tracking
Selective autofocus
Center weighted autofocus
Multi area autofocus
Autofocus live view
Face detection focus
Contract detection focus
Phase detection focus
Total focus points - 9
Cross type focus points - -
Lens
Lens mount type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 23-483mm (21.0x) 25-250mm (10.0x)
Maximal aperture f/2.8-5.9 f/3.5-5.5
Macro focusing distance 10cm -
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.8
Screen
Type of screen Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen sizing 4.8 inches 3 inches
Screen resolution 1,037k dots 921k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch friendly
Screen tech HD Super Clear Touch Display XtraFine LCD
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Minimum shutter speed 16 seconds 30 seconds
Fastest shutter speed 1/2000 seconds 1/1600 seconds
Continuous shutter rate 5.0fps 10.0fps
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual mode
Exposure compensation Yes -
Set white balance
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash distance 3.80 m 4.80 m
Flash options Auto, auto w/redeye reduction, fill-in, slow sync, flash off, redeye fix Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync
Hot shoe
Auto exposure bracketing
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment
Average
Spot
Partial
AF area
Center weighted
Video features
Supported video resolutions 1920 x 1080 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1440 x 1080 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps)
Max video resolution 1920x1080 1920x1080
Video format MPEG-4, H.264 MPEG-4, AVCHD
Microphone port
Headphone port
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 sealing
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 283 grams (0.62 lbs) 208 grams (0.46 lbs)
Dimensions 133 x 71 x 19mm (5.2" x 2.8" x 0.7") 102 x 58 x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1")
DXO scores
DXO Overall rating not tested not tested
DXO Color Depth rating not tested not tested
DXO Dynamic range rating not tested not tested
DXO Low light rating not tested not tested
Other
Battery life 400 photographs -
Form of battery Battery Pack -
Battery ID Built-in NP-BG1
Self timer Yes (2, 5, or 10 sec) Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2)
Time lapse recording
Storage type microSD/microSDHC/microSDXC SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo
Card slots 1 1
Cost at release $400 $499