Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 vs Sony HX7V

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.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX7V. The whole galleries are viewable at Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 Gallery & Sony HX7V Gallery.

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.

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.

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

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.