Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 vs Sony TX20

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").

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The 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.

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.

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.

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.