Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 vs Sony TX9

The following is a comprehensive analysis of the Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 and Sony TX9, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Ultracompact by brands Samsung and Sony. There is a significant difference among the image resolutions of the Galaxy Camera 2 (16MP) and TX9 (12MP) but they come with the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The Galaxy Camera 2 was revealed 3 years after the TX9 which is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of these cameras offer different body type with the Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 being a Compact camera and the Sony TX9 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before we go in to a in-depth comparison, below is a short highlight of how the Galaxy Camera 2 scores versus the TX9 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX9. The full galleries are available at Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 Gallery and Sony TX9 Gallery.

For anybody who is planning to travel with your camera regularly, you are going to need to factor its weight and measurements. The Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 enjoys physical dimensions of 133mm x 71mm x 19mm (5.2" x 2.8" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 283 grams (0.62 lbs) while the Sony TX9 has proportions of 98mm x 60mm x 18mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 0.7") and a weight of 149 grams (0.33 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you have chosen at the time. Here is the front view dimensions comparison of the Galaxy Camera 2 compared to the TX9.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the Galaxy Camera 2 and TX9 is 90 and 95 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is difficult to picture the gap in sensor dimensions purely by seeing specifications. The pic below will offer you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the Galaxy Camera 2 and TX9.

To sum up, both of those cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit different resolution. You should count on the Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 to show extra detail because of its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will let you crop shots far more aggressively. The fresher Galaxy Camera 2 provides an advantage with regard to sensor tech.