Samsung Galaxy Camera vs Sony TX66
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55 Overall
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51 Overall
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Samsung Galaxy Camera vs Sony TX66 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 4.8" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 23-481mm (F2.8-5.9) lens
- 300g - 129 x 71 x 19mm
- Launched February 2013
- Other Name is Wi-Fi
(Full Review)
- 18MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3.3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 12800
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 26-130mm (F3.5-4.8) lens
- 109g - 93 x 54 x 13mm
- Revealed February 2012
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The following is a complete comparison of the Samsung Galaxy Camera and Sony TX66, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Ultracompact by competitors Samsung and Sony. The sensor resolution of the Galaxy Camera (16MP) and the TX66 (18MP) is relatively comparable and they feature the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").
Body cameras now worn by bakery staff to deter stealingThe Galaxy Camera was revealed 12 months after the TX66 so they are of a similar age. Both the cameras offer different body type with the Samsung Galaxy Camera being a Compact camera and the Sony TX66 being a Ultracompact camera.
Before diving straight into a full comparison, below is a quick view of how the Galaxy Camera matches up vs the TX66 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
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Reasons to pick Samsung Galaxy Camera over the Sony TX66
| Galaxy Camera | TX66 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Revealed | February 2013 |  | February 2012 | Newer by 12 months |
| Screen sizing | 4.8" |  | 3.3" | Bigger screen (+1.5") |
Reasons to pick Sony TX66 over the Samsung Galaxy Camera
| TX66 | Galaxy Camera | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Screen resolution | 1230k |  | 922k | Sharper screen (+308k dot) |
Common features in the Samsung Galaxy Camera and Sony TX66
| Galaxy Camera | TX66 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Focus manually |  | Dial exact focus | ||
| Screen type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed screen |
| Selfie screen |  | Lacking selfie screen | ||
| Touch screen |  | Quickly navigate |
Samsung Galaxy Camera vs Sony TX66 Physical Comparison
For those who are intending to travel with your camera frequently, you will want to factor its weight and dimensions. The Samsung Galaxy Camera features exterior dimensions of 129mm x 71mm x 19mm (5.1" x 2.8" x 0.7") and a weight of 300 grams (0.66 lbs) while the Sony TX66 has dimensions of 93mm x 54mm x 13mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.5") along with a weight of 109 grams (0.24 lbs).
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Take into account, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you select at that moment. Below is the front view measurements comparison of the Galaxy Camera versus the TX66.
Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the Galaxy Camera and TX66 is 90 and 97 respectively.
Samsung Galaxy Camera vs Sony TX66 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it's hard to imagine the gap in sensor dimensions just by going through technical specs. The image here may give you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the Galaxy Camera and TX66.
As you can tell, the 2 cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit different resolution. You can count on the Sony TX66 to show extra detail because of its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop photographs far more aggressively. The fresher Galaxy Camera should have an edge when it comes to sensor innovation.
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Samsung Galaxy Camera vs Sony TX66 Specifications
| Samsung Galaxy Camera | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX66 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Manufacturer | Samsung | Sony |
| Model | Samsung Galaxy Camera | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX66 |
| Also called | Wi-Fi | - |
| Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Ultracompact |
| Launched | 2013-02-19 | 2012-02-28 |
| Body design | Compact | Ultracompact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Chip | 1.4GHz Quad-Core | 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 | 16MP | 18MP |
| Anti aliasing filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | - | 4:3 and 16:9 |
| Peak resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4896 x 3672 |
| Highest native ISO | 3200 | 12800 |
| Min native ISO | 100 | 80 |
| RAW pictures | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focus | ||
| Touch focus | ||
| Continuous autofocus | ||
| Single autofocus | ||
| Autofocus tracking | ||
| Selective autofocus | ||
| Autofocus center weighted | ||
| Autofocus multi area | ||
| Autofocus live view | ||
| Face detect autofocus | ||
| Contract detect autofocus | ||
| Phase detect autofocus | ||
| Cross focus points | - | - |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens focal range | 23-481mm (20.9x) | 26-130mm (5.0x) |
| Max aperture | f/2.8-5.9 | f/3.5-4.8 |
| Macro focus range | - | 1cm |
| Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Display size | 4.8 inches | 3.3 inches |
| Resolution of display | 922 thousand dot | 1,230 thousand dot |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch function | ||
| Display tech | 308 ppi, HD Super Clear Touch Display | XtraFine TruBlack OLED display |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Minimum shutter speed | 16 seconds | 30 seconds |
| Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
| Continuous shutter speed | - | 10.0 frames per sec |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Expose Manually | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
| Set white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Integrated flash | ||
| Flash range | - | 3.10 m |
| Flash modes | - | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync, Rear Slow Sync |
| Hot shoe | ||
| Auto exposure 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 (60, 30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
| Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
| Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
| Microphone input | ||
| Headphone input | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | Built-In | None |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | none | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| GPS | BuiltIn | None |
| Physical | ||
| Environment seal | ||
| Water proof | ||
| Dust proof | ||
| Shock proof | ||
| Crush proof | ||
| Freeze proof | ||
| Weight | 300 gr (0.66 pounds) | 109 gr (0.24 pounds) |
| Dimensions | 129 x 71 x 19mm (5.1" x 2.8" x 0.7") | 93 x 54 x 13mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.5") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
| Other | ||
| Battery life | - | 250 pictures |
| Battery format | - | Battery Pack |
| Battery model | - | NP-BN |
| Self timer | - | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2) |
| Time lapse recording | ||
| Type of storage | micro SD/micro SDHC/micro SDXC | Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo/Pro-HG Duo, microSD/microSDHC |
| Storage slots | Single | Single |
| Retail price | $450 | $350 |
