Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 vs Sony RX100 II
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Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 vs Sony RX100 II 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 Screen
- ISO 160 - 12800 (Push to 25600)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-100mm (F1.8-4.9) lens
- 281g - 102 x 58 x 38mm
- Launched June 2013
- Previous Model is Sony RX100
- Renewed by Sony RX100 III
Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 vs Sony RX100 II Overview
The following is a in depth review of the Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 versus Sony RX100 II, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Large Sensor Compact by competitors Samsung and Sony. The resolution of the Galaxy Camera 2 (16MP) and the RX100 II (20MP) is relatively similar but the Galaxy Camera 2 (1/2.3") and RX100 II (1") boast totally different sensor sizes.
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe Galaxy Camera 2 was launched 7 months after the RX100 II which means that they are of a similar age. The two cameras feature different body design with the Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 being a Compact camera and the Sony RX100 II being a Large Sensor Compact camera.
Before diving into a more detailed comparison, here is a concise introduction of how the Galaxy Camera 2 matches up versus the RX100 II with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 vs Sony RX100 II Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery photos for Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 II. The complete galleries are provided at Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 Gallery & Sony RX100 II Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 over the Sony RX100 II
Galaxy Camera 2 | RX100 II | |||
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Launched | January 2014 | June 2013 | Newer by 7 months | |
Screen size | 4.8" | 3" | Bigger screen (+1.8") | |
Touch friendly screen | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Sony RX100 II over the Samsung Galaxy Camera 2
RX100 II | Galaxy Camera 2 | |||
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Screen type | Tilting | Fixed | Tilting screen | |
Screen resolution | 1229k | 1037k | Sharper screen (+192k dot) |
Common features in the Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 and Sony RX100 II
Galaxy Camera 2 | RX100 II | |||
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Manually focus | More accurate focusing | |||
Selfie screen | Neither features selfie screen |
Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 vs Sony RX100 II Physical Comparison
If you are aiming to travel with your camera regularly, you have to take into account its weight and size. The Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 enjoys exterior dimensions of 133mm x 71mm x 19mm (5.2" x 2.8" x 0.7") along with a weight of 283 grams (0.62 lbs) while the Sony RX100 II has specifications of 102mm x 58mm x 38mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.5") accompanied by a weight of 281 grams (0.62 lbs).
Analyze the Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 versus Sony RX100 II in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into account, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are working with during that time. Following is a front view measurement comparison of the Galaxy Camera 2 compared to the RX100 II.
Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the Galaxy Camera 2 and RX100 II is 90 and 89 respectively.
Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 vs Sony RX100 II Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, its hard to envision the contrast between sensor dimensions simply by reading specs. The pic underneath will help give you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the Galaxy Camera 2 and RX100 II.
As you can plainly see, both the cameras feature different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The Galaxy Camera 2 due to its tinier sensor will make getting shallow depth of field more challenging and the Sony RX100 II will deliver extra detail utilizing its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop photographs way more aggressively. The more recent Galaxy Camera 2 will have a benefit in sensor technology.
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Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 vs Sony RX100 II Specifications
Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 II | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Samsung | Sony |
Model type | Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 II |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Large Sensor Compact |
Released | 2014-01-02 | 2013-06-27 |
Physical type | Compact | Large Sensor Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | 1.6GHz Quad-Core Exynos | - |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | 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 | 16MP | 20MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 5472 x 3648 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 12800 |
Highest boosted ISO | - | 25600 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 160 |
RAW photos | ||
Minimum boosted ISO | - | 100 |
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Total focus points | - | 25 |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 23-483mm (21.0x) | 28-100mm (3.6x) |
Maximum aperture | f/2.8-5.9 | f/1.8-4.9 |
Macro focusing range | 10cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 2.7 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Tilting |
Display diagonal | 4.8 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of display | 1,037 thousand dots | 1,229 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Display technology | HD Super Clear Touch Display | Xtra Fine WhiteMagic TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | Electronic (optional) |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 16 secs | 30 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shooting rate | 5.0 frames/s | 10.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.80 m | 15.00 m (ISO Auto (W)) |
Flash settings | Auto, auto w/redeye reduction, fill-in, slow sync, flash off, redeye fix | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Maximum flash synchronize | - | 1/2000 secs |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video 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 | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 283 grams (0.62 lbs) | 281 grams (0.62 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 133 x 71 x 19mm (5.2" x 2.8" x 0.7") | 102 x 58 x 38mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.5") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | 67 |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 22.5 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 12.4 |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | 483 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 400 photos | 350 photos |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | Built-in | NP-BX1 |
Self timer | Yes (2, 5, or 10 sec) | Yes (10 sec. / 2 sec. / Self-portrait One-person/ Self-portrait Two-person/ Self timer Continuous (3 or 5 shots)) |
Time lapse feature | With downloadable app | |
Type of storage | microSD/microSDHC/microSDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo/Pro-HG Duo |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Retail pricing | $400 | $598 |