Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 vs Sony WX150

The following is a thorough analysis of the Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 vs Sony WX150, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Samsung and Sony. The image resolution of the Galaxy Camera 2 (16MP) and the WX150 (18MP) is fairly comparable and both cameras provide the same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The Galaxy Camera 2 was launched 23 months after the WX150 making them a generation away from each other. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before getting straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a concise highlight of how the Galaxy Camera 2 scores vs the WX150 for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX150. The complete galleries are available at Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 Gallery and Sony WX150 Gallery.

For anyone who is looking to travel with your camera frequently, you are going to need to consider its weight and size. The Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 has physical 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) and the Sony WX150 has specifications of 95mm x 56mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") and a weight of 133 grams (0.29 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are employing at that moment. Underneath is a front view physical size comparison of the Galaxy Camera 2 vs the WX150.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the Galaxy Camera 2 and WX150 is 90 and 95 respectively.

Usually, its difficult to see the contrast in sensor dimensions only by going through a spec sheet. The pic underneath will offer you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the Galaxy Camera 2 and WX150.

As you can see, the 2 cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but not the same MP. You should anticipate the Sony WX150 to provide greater detail utilizing its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will enable you to crop pics more aggressively. The more recent Galaxy Camera 2 is going to have an edge when it comes to sensor tech.