Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 vs Sony TX66
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Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 vs Sony TX66 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
- Revealed January 2014
(Full Review)
- 18MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3.3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 12800
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 26-130mm (F3.5-4.8) lens
- 109g - 93 x 54 x 13mm
- Released February 2012
Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 vs Sony TX66 Overview
On this page, we are analyzing the Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 vs Sony TX66, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Ultracompact by competitors Samsung and Sony. The sensor resolution of the Galaxy Camera 2 (16MP) and the TX66 (18MP) is fairly close and both cameras provide the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").
Photography GlossaryThe Galaxy Camera 2 was launched 23 months later than the TX66 making them a generation apart from one another. Both cameras have different body design with the Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 being a Compact camera and the Sony TX66 being a Ultracompact camera.
Before diving into a detailed comparison, here is a brief synopsis of how the Galaxy Camera 2 matches up against the TX66 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 vs Sony TX66 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX66. The complete galleries are viewable at Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 Gallery and Sony TX66 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 over the Sony TX66
Galaxy Camera 2 | TX66 | |||
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Released | January 2014 | February 2012 | More recent by 23 months | |
Display dimensions | 4.8" | 3.3" | Larger display (+1.5") |
Reasons to pick Sony TX66 over the Samsung Galaxy Camera 2
TX66 | Galaxy Camera 2 | |||
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Display resolution | 1230k | 1037k | Clearer display (+193k dot) |
Common features in the Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 and Sony TX66
Galaxy Camera 2 | TX66 | |||
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Manually focus | Very accurate focusing | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Selfie screen | Neither has selfie screen | |||
Touch display | Easily navigate |
Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 vs Sony TX66 Physical Comparison
For those who are aiming to lug around your camera regularly, you'll need to consider its weight and size. The Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 has physical dimensions of 133mm x 71mm x 19mm (5.2" x 2.8" x 0.7") having a weight of 283 grams (0.62 lbs) and the Sony TX66 has specifications of 93mm x 54mm x 13mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.5") accompanied by a weight of 109 grams (0.24 lbs).
Analyze the Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 vs Sony TX66 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are employing at that time. Following is a front view over all size comparison of the Galaxy Camera 2 against the TX66.
Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Galaxy Camera 2 and TX66 is 90 and 97 respectively.
Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 vs Sony TX66 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it's hard to imagine the contrast in sensor measurements merely by researching technical specs. The visual here may give you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the Galaxy Camera 2 and TX66.
As you have seen, both the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but different MP. You should anticipate the Sony TX66 to render more detail utilizing its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also help you crop pics more aggressively. The younger Galaxy Camera 2 provides an advantage when it comes to sensor innovation.
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Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 vs Sony TX66 Specifications
Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX66 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Samsung | Sony |
Model type | Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX66 |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Ultracompact |
Revealed | 2014-01-02 | 2012-02-28 |
Physical type | Compact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | 1.6GHz Quad-Core Exynos | BIONZ |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 18 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4896 x 3672 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 12800 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 23-483mm (21.0x) | 26-130mm (5.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/2.8-5.9 | f/3.5-4.8 |
Macro focusing range | 10cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 4.8 inch | 3.3 inch |
Display resolution | 1,037 thousand dots | 1,230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Display technology | HD Super Clear Touch Display | XtraFine TruBlack OLED display |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 16 secs | 30 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Continuous shutter rate | 5.0fps | 10.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.80 m | 3.10 m |
Flash options | Auto, auto w/redeye reduction, fill-in, slow sync, flash off, redeye fix | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync, Rear Slow Sync |
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 (60 fps), 1440 x 1080 (60, 30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
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 pounds) | 109 grams (0.24 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 133 x 71 x 19mm (5.2" x 2.8" x 0.7") | 93 x 54 x 13mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.5") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 photos | 250 photos |
Type of battery | 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 recording | ||
Type of storage | microSD/microSDHC/microSDXC | Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo/Pro-HG Duo, microSD/microSDHC |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Price at release | $400 | $350 |