Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 vs Sony A55

Following is a thorough comparison of the Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 vs Sony A55, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Entry-Level DSLR by brands Samsung and Sony. The sensor resolution of the Galaxy Camera 2 (16MP) and the A55 (16MP) is fairly close but the Galaxy Camera 2 (1/2.3") and A55 (APS-C) offer totally different sensor size.

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The Galaxy Camera 2 was announced 3 years after the A55 which is a fairly large difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of these cameras have different body design with the Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 being a Compact camera and the Sony A55 being a Compact SLR camera.

Before we go right into a complete comparison, here is a short introduction of how the Galaxy Camera 2 grades against the A55 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 & Sony SLT-A55. The whole galleries are provided at Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 Gallery & Sony A55 Gallery.

If you are looking to carry around your camera regularly, you will want to take into account its weight and size. The Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 features physical measurements 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 A55 has specifications of 124mm x 92mm x 85mm (4.9" x 3.6" x 3.3") accompanied by a weight of 500 grams (1.10 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are working with at the time. Underneath is a front view overall size comparison of the Galaxy Camera 2 compared to the A55.

Using size and weight, the portability score of the Galaxy Camera 2 and A55 is 90 and 67 respectively.

Often, it's tough to envision the contrast in sensor sizes merely by viewing technical specs. The pic below will give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the Galaxy Camera 2 and A55.

As you have seen, both cameras have the same resolution but not the same sensor sizes. The Galaxy Camera 2 offers the smaller sensor which is going to make achieving shallower DOF tougher. The newer Galaxy Camera 2 is going to have an edge when it comes to sensor technology.