Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 vs Sony QX30

Here, we will be comparing the Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 versus Sony QX30, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Lens-style by rivals Samsung and Sony. The image resolution of the Galaxy Camera 2 (16MP) and the QX30 (20MP) is pretty comparable and both cameras posses the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

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The Galaxy Camera 2 was launched 8 months earlier than the QX30 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Each of these cameras feature different body design with the Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 being a Compact camera and the Sony QX30 being a Lens-style camera.

Before going right into a thorough comparison, here is a simple view of how the Galaxy Camera 2 matches up versus the QX30 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-QX30. The complete galleries are provided at Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 Gallery and Sony QX30 Gallery.

For those who are intending to carry your camera, you'll need to think about its weight and measurements. The Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 enjoys outside 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) whilst the Sony QX30 has proportions of 68mm x 65mm x 58mm (2.7" x 2.6" x 2.3") accompanied by a weight of 193 grams (0.43 lbs).

Examine the Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 versus Sony QX30 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you have during that time. Following is a front view over all size comparison of the Galaxy Camera 2 versus the QX30.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Galaxy Camera 2 and QX30 is 90 and 91 respectively.

Normally, it can be hard to imagine the difference in sensor sizing simply by checking out a spec sheet. The visual below will offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the Galaxy Camera 2 and QX30.

Clearly, both the cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit different MP. You should expect the Sony QX30 to show greater detail utilizing its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop pictures a good deal more aggressively. The older Galaxy Camera 2 will be behind in sensor innovation.