Panasonic S5 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G

Its time to look much closer at the Panasonic S5 and Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G, one is a Pro Mirrorless and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals Panasonic and Samsung. There is a significant difference between the resolutions of the S5 (24MP) and Galaxy Camera 4G (16MP) and the S5 (Full frame) and Galaxy Camera 4G (1/2.3") provide totally different sensor sizing.

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The S5 was manufactured 8 years after the Galaxy Camera 4G which is quite a sizable gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of these cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic S5 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G being a Compact camera.

Before getting right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a concise overview of how the S5 grades against the Galaxy Camera 4G with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DC-S5 and Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G. The entire galleries are provided at Panasonic S5 Gallery and Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G Gallery.

For those who are going to travel with your camera often, you'll need to think about its weight and measurements. The Panasonic S5 provides external dimensions of 133mm x 97mm x 82mm (5.2" x 3.8" x 3.2") with a weight of 714 grams (1.57 lbs) while the Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G has proportions of 129mm x 71mm x 19mm (5.1" x 2.8" x 0.7") having a weight of 305 grams (0.67 lbs).

Check out the Panasonic S5 and Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you select at that time. Below is a front view dimensions comparison of the S5 versus the Galaxy Camera 4G.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the S5 and Galaxy Camera 4G is 60 and 90 respectively.

Generally, it is very hard to envision the contrast between sensor dimensions just by reading specs. The image underneath might provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the S5 and Galaxy Camera 4G.

All in all, the two cameras come with different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The S5 because of its larger sensor will make shooting shallow depth of field easier and the Panasonic S5 will offer extra detail due to its extra 8MP. Greater resolution will also help you crop photos a good deal more aggressively. The more recent S5 will have a benefit in sensor technology.