Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 vs Sony WX300

Below, we are evaluating the Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 and Sony WX300, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by companies Samsung and Sony. The image resolution of the Galaxy Camera 2 (16MP) and the WX300 (18MP) is very comparable and they enjoy the exact same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The Galaxy Camera 2 was manufactured 11 months later than the WX300 so they are both of a similar generation. Both the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before going straight into a step-by-step comparison, below is a quick synopsis of how the Galaxy Camera 2 matches up versus the WX300 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX300. The entire galleries are available at Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 Gallery and Sony WX300 Gallery.

When you are looking to lug around your camera, you'll need to factor in 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 WX300 has specifications of 96mm x 55mm x 25mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.0") with a weight of 166 grams (0.37 lbs).

Examine the Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 and Sony WX300 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you use during that time. Below is the front view measurement comparison of the Galaxy Camera 2 against the WX300.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Galaxy Camera 2 and WX300 is 90 and 94 respectively.

Quite often, it's hard to picture the gap in sensor measurements purely by checking out specifications. The photograph below will help offer you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the Galaxy Camera 2 and WX300.

To sum up, both the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but different MP. You should expect to see the Sony WX300 to provide greater detail due to its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will make it easier to crop images much more aggressively. The fresher Galaxy Camera 2 should have an edge when it comes to sensor innovation.