Panasonic 3D1 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera

Let's look more closely at the Panasonic 3D1 versus Samsung Galaxy Camera, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands Panasonic and Samsung. There exists a substantial gap between the resolutions of the 3D1 (12MP) and Galaxy Camera (16MP) but both cameras provide the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The 3D1 was unveiled 15 months earlier than the Galaxy Camera making them a generation apart from one another. Both the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before we go into a comprehensive comparison, here is a concise introduction of how the 3D1 grades against the Galaxy Camera with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-3D1 & Samsung Galaxy Camera. The full galleries are provided at Panasonic 3D1 Gallery & Samsung Galaxy Camera Gallery.

For anybody who is looking to carry your camera often, you're going to have to think about its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic 3D1 features outer dimensions of 108mm x 58mm x 24mm (4.3" x 2.3" x 0.9") having a weight of 193 grams (0.43 lbs) while the Samsung Galaxy Camera has dimensions of 129mm x 71mm x 19mm (5.1" x 2.8" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 300 grams (0.66 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are working with during that time. Following is a front view measurement comparison of the 3D1 and the Galaxy Camera.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the 3D1 and Galaxy Camera is 93 and 90 respectively.

Normally, it is very tough to picture the contrast between sensor sizing merely by looking at a spec sheet. The graphic here will give you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the 3D1 and Galaxy Camera.

Clearly, both of these cameras have the same sensor dimensions but different MP. You can anticipate the Samsung Galaxy Camera to give you extra detail having an extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also help you crop images a bit more aggressively. The older 3D1 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.