Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 vs Sony RX100 III
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Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 vs Sony RX100 III 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
- Launched January 2014
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 125 - 12800
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-70mm (F1.8-2.8) lens
- 290g - 102 x 58 x 41mm
- Launched May 2014
- Superseded the Sony RX100 II
- Later Model is Sony RX100 IV
Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 vs Sony RX100 III Overview
Below is a extensive comparison of the Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 versus Sony RX100 III, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Large Sensor Compact by manufacturers Samsung and Sony. The resolution of the Galaxy Camera 2 (16MP) and the RX100 III (20MP) is very close but the Galaxy Camera 2 (1/2.3") and RX100 III (1") use different sensor measurements.
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD CardsThe Galaxy Camera 2 was brought out 4 months prior to the RX100 III which means that they are both of a similar age. Both of these cameras come with different body type with the Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 being a Compact camera and the Sony RX100 III being a Large Sensor Compact camera.
Before we go in to a thorough comparison, below is a quick overview of how the Galaxy Camera 2 matches up vs the RX100 III in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 vs Sony RX100 III Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pics for Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 III. The entire galleries are viewable at Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 Gallery & Sony RX100 III Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 over the Sony RX100 III
Galaxy Camera 2 | RX100 III | |||
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Display dimension | 4.8" | 3" | Larger display (+1.8") | |
Touch friendly display | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Sony RX100 III over the Samsung Galaxy Camera 2
RX100 III | Galaxy Camera 2 | |||
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Display type | Tilting | Fixed | Tilting display | |
Display resolution | 1229k | 1037k | Sharper display (+192k dot) | |
Selfie screen | Easy selfies |
Common features in the Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 and Sony RX100 III
Galaxy Camera 2 | RX100 III | |||
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Launched | January 2014 | May 2014 | Same age | |
Manual focus | More precise focusing |
Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 vs Sony RX100 III Physical Comparison
For those who are aiming to lug around your camera, you will have to factor in its weight and measurements. The Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 features outside measurements of 133mm x 71mm x 19mm (5.2" x 2.8" x 0.7") along with a weight of 283 grams (0.62 lbs) whilst the Sony RX100 III has proportions of 102mm x 58mm x 41mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.6") along with a weight of 290 grams (0.64 lbs).
Take a look at the Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 versus Sony RX100 III in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are utilising at that time. Underneath is the front view over all size comparison of the Galaxy Camera 2 versus the RX100 III.
Considering size and weight, the portability score of the Galaxy Camera 2 and RX100 III is 90 and 89 respectively.
Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 vs Sony RX100 III Sensor Comparison
In many cases, its tough to picture the contrast in sensor measurements only by viewing a spec sheet. The graphic here should offer you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the Galaxy Camera 2 and RX100 III.
Clearly, both of these cameras have got different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The Galaxy Camera 2 featuring a smaller sensor is going to make achieving shallower depth of field harder and the Sony RX100 III will provide you with extra detail having its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also make it easier to crop photos much more aggressively.
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Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 vs Sony RX100 III Specifications
Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 III | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Samsung | Sony |
Model | Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 III |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Large Sensor Compact |
Launched | 2014-01-02 | 2014-05-15 |
Body design | Compact | Large Sensor Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | 1.6GHz Quad-Core Exynos | Bionz X |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 13.2 x 8.8mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 116.2mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16MP | 20MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 5472 x 3648 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 12800 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 125 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Number of focus points | - | 25 |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 23-483mm (21.0x) | 24-70mm (2.9x) |
Maximum aperture | f/2.8-5.9 | f/1.8-2.8 |
Macro focus range | 10cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 2.7 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Tilting |
Display size | 4.8 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of display | 1,037 thousand dot | 1,229 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Display tech | HD Super Clear Touch Display | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | - | 1,440 thousand dot |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 100% |
Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.59x |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 16s | 30s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shutter speed | 5.0 frames/s | 10.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 3.80 m | - |
Flash options | Auto, auto w/redeye reduction, fill-in, slow sync, flash off, redeye fix | - |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Fastest flash sync | - | 1/2000s |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 | 1920 x 1080 (60p/60i/24p), 1280 x 720 (60p/30p/24p/120p), 1440 x 1080 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD, XAVC S |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
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 seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 283g (0.62 lbs) | 290g (0.64 lbs) |
Dimensions | 133 x 71 x 19mm (5.2" x 2.8" x 0.7") | 102 x 58 x 41mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.6") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | 67 |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | 22.4 |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | 12.3 |
DXO Low light score | not tested | 495 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 400 pictures | 320 pictures |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | Built-in | NP-BX1 |
Self timer | Yes (2, 5, or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, self-portrait, continuous) |
Time lapse recording | With downloadable app | |
Storage media | microSD/microSDHC/microSDXC | SD/ SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Pro Duo/ Pro-HG Duo |
Storage slots | One | One |
Price at release | $400 | $748 |