Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 vs Sony HX90V

Its time to look more in depth at the Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 versus Sony HX90V, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by manufacturers Samsung and Sony. The resolution of the Galaxy Camera 2 (16MP) and the HX90V (18MP) is relatively comparable and both cameras offer the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The Galaxy Camera 2 was revealed 15 months before the HX90V which makes them a generation away from each other. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before we go right into a more detailed comparison, here is a concise introduction of how the Galaxy Camera 2 grades against the HX90V in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX90V. The full galleries are available at Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 Gallery and Sony HX90V Gallery.

For those who are aiming to carry around your camera frequently, you should factor in its weight and dimensions. The Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 comes with outer dimensions of 133mm x 71mm x 19mm (5.2" x 2.8" x 0.7") with a weight of 283 grams (0.62 lbs) and the Sony HX90V has dimensions of 102mm x 58mm x 36mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.4") having a weight of 245 grams (0.54 lbs).

Check out the Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 versus Sony HX90V in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you have chosen during that time. Here is a front view measurement comparison of the Galaxy Camera 2 compared to the HX90V.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the Galaxy Camera 2 and HX90V is 90 and 91 respectively.

Usually, its tough to envision the contrast in sensor sizes simply by going through technical specs. The pic below will help provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the Galaxy Camera 2 and HX90V.

As you have seen, both the cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same resolution. You should count on the Sony HX90V to provide greater detail because of its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop photographs a bit more aggressively. The more aged Galaxy Camera 2 will be behind in sensor tech.