Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 vs Sony TX20
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Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 vs Sony TX20 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 4.8" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 23-483mm (F2.8-5.9) lens
- 283g - 133 x 71 x 19mm
- Announced January 2014
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 125 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-100mm (F3.5-4.6) lens
- 133g - 96 x 56 x 18mm
- Introduced February 2012
Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 vs Sony TX20 Overview
Following is a extended comparison of the Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 versus Sony TX20, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Ultracompact by competitors Samsung and Sony. The resolution of the Galaxy Camera 2 (16MP) and the TX20 (16MP) is pretty close and they feature the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD CardsThe Galaxy Camera 2 was released 23 months after the TX20 which makes the cameras a generation away from one another. Both the cameras offer different body type with the Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 being a Compact camera and the Sony TX20 being a Ultracompact camera.
Before we go straight into a step-by-step comparison, below is a quick introduction of how the Galaxy Camera 2 matches up vs the TX20 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 vs Sony TX20 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery images for Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX20. The complete galleries are provided at Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 Gallery and Sony TX20 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 over the Sony TX20
Galaxy Camera 2 | TX20 | |||
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Introduced | January 2014 | February 2012 | More modern by 23 months | |
Screen sizing | 4.8" | 3" | Bigger screen (+1.8") | |
Screen resolution | 1037k | 922k | Clearer screen (+115k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sony TX20 over the Samsung Galaxy Camera 2
TX20 | Galaxy Camera 2 |
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Common features in the Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 and Sony TX20
Galaxy Camera 2 | TX20 | |||
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Manually focus | Dial accurate focusing | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Selfie screen | Missing selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly screen | Quickly navigate |
Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 vs Sony TX20 Physical Comparison
For those who are going to carry around your camera often, you need to consider its weight and volume. The Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 has got 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) while the Sony TX20 has sizing of 96mm x 56mm x 18mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") with a weight of 133 grams (0.29 lbs).
Look at the Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 versus Sony TX20 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you use during that time. The following is the front view overall size comparison of the Galaxy Camera 2 compared to the TX20.
Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Galaxy Camera 2 and TX20 is 90 and 96 respectively.
Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 vs Sony TX20 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it can be hard to see the gap in sensor sizes merely by viewing specs. The picture underneath should give you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the Galaxy Camera 2 and TX20.
All in all, the two cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the same megapixels therefore you should expect comparable quality of pictures though you should always consider the production date of the cameras into account. The more recent Galaxy Camera 2 will have an advantage in sensor tech.
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Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 vs Sony TX20 Specifications
Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX20 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Samsung | Sony |
Model type | Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX20 |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Ultracompact |
Announced | 2014-01-02 | 2012-02-28 |
Physical type | Compact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | 1.6GHz Quad-Core Exynos | BIONZ |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16MP | 16MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 125 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 23-483mm (21.0x) | 25-100mm (4.0x) |
Max aperture | f/2.8-5.9 | f/3.5-4.6 |
Macro focusing distance | 10cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 4.8 inches | 3 inches |
Screen resolution | 1,037 thousand dots | 922 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Screen tech | HD Super Clear Touch Display | XtraFine TruBlack TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 16s | 4s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/1600s |
Continuous shooting rate | 5.0 frames per sec | 10.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.80 m | 3.70 m |
Flash options | Auto, auto w/redeye reduction, fill-in, slow sync, flash off, redeye fix | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1440 x 1080 (60, 30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Eye-Fi Connected |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | BuiltIn | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 283 grams (0.62 lb) | 133 grams (0.29 lb) |
Dimensions | 133 x 71 x 19mm (5.2" x 2.8" x 0.7") | 96 x 56 x 18mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 400 pictures | 250 pictures |
Battery type | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | Built-in | NP-BN |
Self timer | Yes (2, 5, or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | microSD/microSDHC/microSDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo |
Card slots | One | One |
Launch pricing | $400 | $330 |