Panasonic S1H vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G
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Panasonic S1H vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G Key Specs
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- 24MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3.2" Fully Articulated Display
- ISO 100 - 51200 (Push to 204800)
- Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 5952 x 3988 video
- Leica L Mount
- 1052g - 151 x 114 x 110mm
- Released August 2019
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- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 4.8" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 23-481mm (F) lens
- 305g - 129 x 71 x 19mm
- Announced August 2012

Panasonic S1H vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G Overview
Lets examine more closely at the Panasonic S1H and Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G, former is a Pro Mirrorless while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by companies Panasonic and Samsung. There is a considerable difference between the sensor resolutions of the S1H (24MP) and Galaxy Camera 4G (16MP) and the S1H (Full frame) and Galaxy Camera 4G (1/2.3") enjoy totally different sensor dimensions.

The S1H was manufactured 7 years after the Galaxy Camera 4G which is quite a large difference as far as tech is concerned. Both of these cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic S1H being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G being a Compact camera.
Before we go straight into a in-depth comparison, below is a simple introduction of how the S1H matches up vs the Galaxy Camera 4G in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Panasonic S1H vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DC-S1H & Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G. The entire galleries are available at Panasonic S1H Gallery & Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic S1H over the Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G
S1H | Galaxy Camera 4G | |||
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Announced | August 2019 | ![]() | August 2012 | Newer by 86 months |
Manual focus | ![]() | Very accurate focusing | ||
Display type | Fully Articulated | ![]() | Fixed | Fully Articulating display |
Display resolution | 2330k | ![]() | 0k | Crisper display (+2330k dot) |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Easy selfies |
Reasons to pick Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G over the Panasonic S1H
Galaxy Camera 4G | S1H | |||
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Display sizing | 4.8" | ![]() | 3.2" | Larger display (+1.6") |
Common features in the Panasonic S1H and Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G
S1H | Galaxy Camera 4G | |||
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Touch friendly display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Panasonic S1H vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G Physical Comparison
When you are planning to travel with your camera frequently, you will have to consider its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic S1H has outside dimensions of 151mm x 114mm x 110mm (5.9" x 4.5" x 4.3") accompanied by a weight of 1052 grams (2.32 lbs) and the Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G has dimensions of 129mm x 71mm x 19mm (5.1" x 2.8" x 0.7") and a weight of 305 grams (0.67 lbs).
Analyze the Panasonic S1H and Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you use at that moment. Underneath is the front view measurements comparison of the S1H versus the Galaxy Camera 4G.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the S1H and Galaxy Camera 4G is 52 and 90 respectively.

Panasonic S1H vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G Sensor Comparison
Often, it's tough to visualise the contrast between sensor dimensions purely by reading specs. The picture below might provide you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the S1H and Galaxy Camera 4G.
As you can plainly see, both the cameras enjoy different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The S1H due to its larger sensor will make getting shallow depth of field easier and the Panasonic S1H will offer you greater detail due to its extra 8 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop pics far more aggressively. The newer S1H is going to have a benefit with regard to sensor innovation.

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Panasonic S1H vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DC-S1H | Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Panasonic | Samsung |
Model | Panasonic Lumix DC-S1H | Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G |
Category | Pro Mirrorless | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Released | 2019-08-28 | 2012-08-29 |
Physical type | SLR-style mirrorless | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | Venus Engine | 1.4GHz Quad-Core |
Sensor type | CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | Full frame | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 35.6 x 23.8mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 847.3mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 24 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | - |
Maximum resolution | 6000 x 4000 | - |
Maximum native ISO | 51200 | 3200 |
Maximum boosted ISO | 204800 | - |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW format | ||
Min boosted ISO | 50 | - |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Number of focus points | 225 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | Leica L | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | - | 23-481mm (20.9x) |
Number of lenses | 30 | - |
Crop factor | 1 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fully Articulated | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3.2 inches | 4.8 inches |
Resolution of display | 2,330k dots | 0k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Display tech | - | 308 ppi, HD Super Clear Touch Display |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | None |
Viewfinder resolution | 5,760k dots | - |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | - |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.78x | - |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 60 secs | - |
Highest shutter speed | 1/8000 secs | - |
Highest quiet shutter speed | 1/8000 secs | - |
Continuous shooting rate | 9.0 frames/s | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | no built-in flash | no built-in flash |
Flash settings | Auto, Auto/Red-eye Reduction, Forced On, Forced On/Red-eye Reduction, Slow Sync., Slow Sync./Red-eye Reduction, Forced Off | no built-in flash |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Highest flash synchronize | 1/320 secs | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 5952 x 3988 @ 23.98p / 200 Mbps, MOV, H.265, Linear PCM | 1920 x 1080 |
Maximum video resolution | 5952x3988 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264, H.265 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | Yes | none |
GPS | None | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 1052g (2.32 pounds) | 305g (0.67 pounds) |
Dimensions | 151 x 114 x 110mm (5.9" x 4.5" x 4.3") | 129 x 71 x 19mm (5.1" x 2.8" x 0.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 | 400 images | - |
Battery style | Battery Pack | - |
Self timer | Yes | - |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | Dual SD/SDHC/SDXC slots (UHS-II supported) | micro SD/micro SDHC/micro SDXC |
Card slots | 2 | One |
Retail pricing | $3,998 | $550 |