Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 vs Sony WX150
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Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 vs Sony WX150 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
- Launched January 2014
(Full Review)
- 18MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 12800
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-250mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 133g - 95 x 56 x 22mm
- Introduced February 2012
Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 vs Sony WX150 Overview
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").
President Biden pushes bill mandating TikTok sale or banThe 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.
Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 vs Sony WX150 Gallery
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.
Reasons to pick Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 over the Sony WX150
Galaxy Camera 2 | WX150 | |||
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Introduced | January 2014 | February 2012 | Newer by 23 months | |
Manual focus | Very precise focusing | |||
Display dimensions | 4.8" | 3" | Larger display (+1.8") | |
Display resolution | 1037k | 461k | Clearer display (+576k dot) | |
Touch friendly display | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Sony WX150 over the Samsung Galaxy Camera 2
WX150 | Galaxy Camera 2 |
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Common features in the Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 and Sony WX150
Galaxy Camera 2 | WX150 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Selfie screen | Neither has selfie screen |
Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 vs Sony WX150 Physical Comparison
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).
Examine the Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 vs Sony WX150 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.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.
Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 vs Sony WX150 Sensor Comparison
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.
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Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 vs Sony WX150 Specifications
Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX150 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Samsung | Sony |
Model type | Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX150 |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
Launched | 2014-01-02 | 2012-02-28 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | 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 area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 18 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4896 x 3672 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 12800 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Total focus points | - | 9 |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 23-483mm (21.0x) | 25-250mm (10.0x) |
Max aperture | f/2.8-5.9 | f/3.3-5.9 |
Macro focusing distance | 10cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 4.8 inches | 3 inches |
Display resolution | 1,037k dots | 461k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Display tech | HD Super Clear Touch Display | ClearPhoto TFT LCD display |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 16 secs | 30 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/1600 secs |
Continuous shooting rate | 5.0fps | 10.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.80 m | 3.70 m |
Flash settings | Auto, auto w/redeye reduction, fill-in, slow sync, flash off, redeye fix | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AE 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 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
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 | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 283 gr (0.62 lb) | 133 gr (0.29 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 133 x 71 x 19mm (5.2" x 2.8" x 0.7") | 95 x 56 x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") |
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 | 240 pictures |
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 | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo/Pro-HG Duo |
Card slots | One | One |
Retail cost | $400 | $300 |