Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 review

Galaxy Camera 2 is the second generation of well-known Samsung's Android camera. When the first generation was released, the crowd wasn't sure what kind of device is it. Nowadays, some months after that, we have the same dilemma. There's still some confusion but we're wiser for the first generation, and we think we can give more answers than we could those days. Still we're wondering is it worth to buy Galaxy Camera 2 instead of classic DSLR camera. Is Android so powerful that can beat the average or little more than average photo results of Camera 2? It depends- do you prefer several in one device or pure photo quality. Galaxy Camera 2 has a few functions. It looks like a camera and it is a camera. With 16MP sensor and 21x zoom it makes not so significant step in the eyes of original Galaxy Camera. Beside the good optics, the Galaxy Camera 2 uses large 4.8-inch HD screen to show all the photos it has made. Also, the Camera has been hit by 4.3 Android in order to offer more than enough apps and benefits of connection to other devices. So, should you buy typical camera or this one? Let's go step by step.

Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 price and features

You probably noticed the price by the name of this smart camera. This price is fair if we take into count all the things it can perform. Of course, it isn't expensive, but it isn't cheap too. But, be realistic. For some extra money you can get some nice performing cameras. They usual offer better zoom and pictures quality. So, if you plan to make some hi-res photos it's the right time to forget about Galaxy Camera 2. That's particularly visible at big size photos, which simply have to have great pixel density, which Galaxy Camera 2 can't offer. Just one more thing. Galaxy Camera 2 isn't bad camera. On the contrary, it makes really good photos. It does its best at the daylight. But, the biggest surprise is certainly the night mode. It simply collects impressively a lot of light so you can count on more than decent photos. This smart cam isn't the fastest shooting device on the market. It takes a second or two to make a photo, or even three or four if you use the flash, which jumps from its box. One thing is for sure. Galaxy Camera 2 is better than any smartphone camera! The video shooting is helped by the optical stabilization (as also as photo shooting). It does a good work here, so the video isn't muddy as usual is. At the low-light shooting, we noticed some noise, something that's typical for this camera rang. Also, the mic is places next to the shooting button, so be careful not to accidentally cover it by the finger. Samsung has given a shooting pause here, so this time you will not have to merge several video files. Just press pause, and when you become ready continue shooting by play click. Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 is running smoothly. It’s powered by 1.6GHZ quad-core processor, and backed up by 2GB of RAM. Apps are opening easy, and thanks to Wi-Fi and NFC you can be connected with other devices. It's possible to share the photos and upload them on the internet. Also, it can be used as remote control connection for self-timer of controlling the camera.

Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 verdict

What Galaxy Camera 2 has to offer that other cameras can’t? Well... it's Android. Since, this OS gives a lot of fun and useful work, the Galaxy Camera 2 isn't exception. Galaxy Camera 2 can be used as a web browser, mp3 player, etc. Also, it looks nice. It does have some difference in comparison to the original, but also some improvements, like jumping flash and front-facing side covered by faux-leather. The display is brightly clear and the photos look very, very good on it. The conclusion: if you are aimed to buy Galaxy Camera 2, you should do it. It isn't cheap, but also doesn't ask for fortune. It can't compete with professional or semi-professional cameras, but that we could expect. Photos:samsung.com