Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 vs Sony RX10
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Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 vs Sony RX10 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 4.8" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 23-483mm (F2.8-5.9) lens
- 283g - 133 x 71 x 19mm
- Released January 2014
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 125 - 12800 (Raise to 25600)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-200mm (F2.8) lens
- 813g - 129 x 88 x 102mm
- Launched March 2014
- Newer Model is Sony RX10 II
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On this page, we are reviewing the Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 and Sony RX10, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Large Sensor Superzoom by manufacturers Samsung and Sony. The image resolution of the Galaxy Camera 2 (16MP) and the RX10 (20MP) is very well matched but the Galaxy Camera 2 (1/2.3") and RX10 (1") provide totally different sensor sizing.
Apple Innovates by Creating Next-Level Optical Stabilization for iPhoneThe Galaxy Camera 2 was announced 2 months earlier than the RX10 and they are of a similar generation. Each of the cameras have different body design with the Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 being a Compact camera and the Sony RX10 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.
Before getting straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a brief introduction of how the Galaxy Camera 2 scores versus the RX10 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
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Reasons to pick Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 over the Sony RX10
| Galaxy Camera 2 | RX10 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Display dimensions | 4.8" |  | 3" | Larger display (+1.8") |
| Touch display |  | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Sony RX10 over the Samsung Galaxy Camera 2
| RX10 | Galaxy Camera 2 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Display type | Tilting |  | Fixed | Tilting display |
| Display resolution | 1290k |  | 1037k | Sharper display (+253k dot) |
Common features in the Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 and Sony RX10
| Galaxy Camera 2 | RX10 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Launched | January 2014 |  | March 2014 | Similar generation |
| Focus manually |  | Dial precise focus | ||
| Selfie screen |  | Missing selfie screen |
Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 vs Sony RX10 Physical Comparison
If you're going to travel with your camera regularly, you're going to have to factor in its weight and volume. The Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 has exterior dimensions of 133mm x 71mm x 19mm (5.2" x 2.8" x 0.7") having a weight of 283 grams (0.62 lbs) while the Sony RX10 has sizing of 129mm x 88mm x 102mm (5.1" x 3.5" x 4.0") along with a weight of 813 grams (1.79 lbs).
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Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you have attached at that moment. Below is a front view measurement comparison of the Galaxy Camera 2 compared to the RX10.
Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Galaxy Camera 2 and RX10 is 90 and 58 respectively.
Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 vs Sony RX10 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it's difficult to see the gap between sensor dimensions just by checking technical specs. The picture below will provide you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the Galaxy Camera 2 and RX10.
As you can tell, each of the cameras have different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The Galaxy Camera 2 using its tinier sensor will make shooting shallower DOF more challenging and the Sony RX10 will give greater detail with its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will also make it easier to crop photos a bit more aggressively.
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Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 vs Sony RX10 Specifications
| Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX10 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Manufacturer | Samsung | Sony |
| Model | Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX10 |
| Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Large Sensor Superzoom |
| Released | 2014-01-02 | 2014-03-20 |
| Physical type | Compact | SLR-like (bridge) |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Processor Chip | 1.6GHz Quad-Core Exynos | Bionz X |
| Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
| Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1" |
| Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 13.2 x 8.8mm |
| Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 116.2mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 20 megapixels |
| Anti aliasing filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
| Highest Possible resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 5472 x 3648 |
| Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 12800 |
| Maximum enhanced ISO | - | 25600 |
| Min native ISO | 100 | 125 |
| RAW format | ||
| Min enhanced ISO | - | 80 |
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focus | ||
| Autofocus touch | ||
| Continuous autofocus | ||
| Autofocus single | ||
| Tracking autofocus | ||
| Autofocus selectice | ||
| Center weighted autofocus | ||
| Autofocus multi area | ||
| Live view autofocus | ||
| Face detect focus | ||
| Contract detect focus | ||
| Phase detect focus | ||
| Number of focus points | - | 25 |
| Cross focus points | - | - |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens focal range | 23-483mm (21.0x) | 24-200mm (8.3x) |
| Maximum aperture | f/2.8-5.9 | f/2.8 |
| Macro focus range | 10cm | - |
| Crop factor | 5.8 | 2.7 |
| Screen | ||
| Display type | Fixed Type | Tilting |
| Display size | 4.8" | 3" |
| Display resolution | 1,037k dots | 1,290k dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch function | ||
| Display technology | HD Super Clear Touch Display | WhiteMagic |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder type | None | Electronic |
| Viewfinder resolution | - | 1,440k dots |
| Viewfinder coverage | - | 100 percent |
| Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.7x |
| Features | ||
| Min shutter speed | 16 secs | 30 secs |
| Max shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/3200 secs |
| Continuous shutter rate | 5.0fps | 10.0fps |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manually set exposure | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
| Custom white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Integrated flash | ||
| Flash range | 3.80 m | 10.20 m |
| Flash settings | Auto, auto w/redeye reduction, fill-in, slow sync, flash off, redeye fix | Auto, fill-flash, slow sync, rear sync, off |
| Hot shoe | ||
| Auto exposure bracketing | ||
| White balance bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment | ||
| Average | ||
| Spot | ||
| Partial | ||
| AF area | ||
| Center weighted | ||
| Video features | ||
| Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 | 1920 x 1080 (60p, 60i, 24p) ,1440 x 1080 (30p), 640 x 480 (30p) |
| Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
| Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
| Mic port | ||
| Headphone port | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| GPS | BuiltIn | None |
| Physical | ||
| Environment sealing | ||
| Water proof | ||
| Dust proof | ||
| Shock proof | ||
| Crush proof | ||
| Freeze proof | ||
| Weight | 283 grams (0.62 lb) | 813 grams (1.79 lb) |
| Physical dimensions | 133 x 71 x 19mm (5.2" x 2.8" x 0.7") | 129 x 88 x 102mm (5.1" x 3.5" x 4.0") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO Overall score | not tested | 69 |
| DXO Color Depth score | not tested | 22.9 |
| DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | 12.6 |
| DXO Low light score | not tested | 474 |
| Other | ||
| Battery life | 400 photos | 420 photos |
| Type of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
| Battery model | Built-in | NP-FW50 |
| Self timer | Yes (2, 5, or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, continuous) |
| Time lapse shooting | ||
| Type of storage | microSD/microSDHC/microSDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo/Pro-HG Duo |
| Card slots | 1 | 1 |
| Retail price | $400 | $698 |