Samsung Galaxy Camera vs Sony W550

Let's take a closer look at the Samsung Galaxy Camera vs Sony W550, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Ultracompact by brands Samsung and Sony. The resolution of the Galaxy Camera (16MP) and the W550 (14MP) is relatively comparable and both cameras offer the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The Galaxy Camera was introduced 20 months later than the W550 which makes them a generation apart from each other. Both cameras have different body design with the Samsung Galaxy Camera being a Compact camera and the Sony W550 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before we go into a step-by-step comparison, here is a concise overview of how the Galaxy Camera grades versus the W550 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Samsung Galaxy Camera and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W550. The whole galleries are viewable at Samsung Galaxy Camera Gallery and Sony W550 Gallery.

In case you're aiming to lug around your camera, you will want to think about its weight and proportions. The Samsung Galaxy Camera has outside measurements of 129mm x 71mm x 19mm (5.1" x 2.8" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 300 grams (0.66 lbs) while the Sony W550 has measurements of 94mm x 56mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") and a weight of 110 grams (0.24 lbs).

Take a look at the Samsung Galaxy Camera vs Sony W550 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are using at the time. Below is a front view scale comparison of the Galaxy Camera against the W550.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the Galaxy Camera and W550 is 90 and 96 respectively.

In many cases, it is very difficult to visualize the gap in sensor measurements only by going through technical specs. The photograph here will give you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the Galaxy Camera and W550.

As you have seen, both the cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit different megapixels. You should count on the Samsung Galaxy Camera to show extra detail using its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will help you crop shots a bit more aggressively. The fresher Galaxy Camera provides an edge when it comes to sensor technology.