Panasonic 3D1 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G
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Panasonic 3D1 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-100mm (F3.9-5.7) lens
- 193g - 108 x 58 x 24mm
- Released November 2011
(Full Review)
- 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
- Released August 2012
Panasonic 3D1 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Overview
Following is a in depth analysis of the Panasonic 3D1 versus Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals Panasonic and Samsung. There exists a substantial gap among the image resolutions of the 3D1 (12MP) and Galaxy Camera 3G (16MP) but they possess the exact same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").
Photography GlossaryThe 3D1 was brought out 9 months prior to the Galaxy Camera 3G which means that they are of a similar age. Both cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before we go through a more detailed comparison, below is a simple view of how the 3D1 grades vs the Galaxy Camera 3G for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Panasonic 3D1 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-3D1 & Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G. The entire galleries are viewable at Panasonic 3D1 Gallery & Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic 3D1 over the Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G
3D1 | Galaxy Camera 3G | |||
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Display resolution | 460k | 0k | Sharper display (+460k dot) |
Reasons to pick Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G over the Panasonic 3D1
Galaxy Camera 3G | 3D1 | |||
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Released | August 2012 | November 2011 | More modern by 9 months | |
Display dimension | 4.8" | 3.5" | Larger display (+1.3") |
Common features in the Panasonic 3D1 and Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G
3D1 | Galaxy Camera 3G | |||
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Focus manually | Lack of manual focus | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Selfie screen | Neither contains selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly display | Easily navigate |
Panasonic 3D1 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Physical Comparison
If you're intending to carry around your camera frequently, you have to think about its weight and size. The Panasonic 3D1 has got external measurements of 108mm x 58mm x 24mm (4.3" x 2.3" x 0.9") with a weight of 193 grams (0.43 lbs) and the Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G has specifications of 129mm x 71mm x 19mm (5.1" x 2.8" x 0.7") with a weight of 305 grams (0.67 lbs).
Check out the Panasonic 3D1 versus Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Always remember, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are using at the time. Here is the front view size comparison of the 3D1 vs the Galaxy Camera 3G.
Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the 3D1 and Galaxy Camera 3G is 93 and 90 respectively.
Panasonic 3D1 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Sensor Comparison
Normally, it is very hard to visualise the difference in sensor sizes only by checking out a spec sheet. The pic below might provide you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the 3D1 and Galaxy Camera 3G.
Clearly, both of these cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements but not the same megapixels. You can expect to see the Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G to provide greater detail having its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also help you crop photos somewhat more aggressively. The more aged 3D1 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.
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Panasonic 3D1 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-3D1 | Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Panasonic | Samsung |
Model | Panasonic Lumix DMC-3D1 | Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Released | 2011-11-07 | 2012-08-29 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | - | 1.4GHz Quad-Core |
Sensor type | CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | - |
Highest resolution | 4000 x 3000 | - |
Highest native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | 23 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 25-100mm (4.0x) | 23-481mm (20.9x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.9-5.7 | - |
Macro focus range | 5cm | - |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3.5 inches | 4.8 inches |
Resolution of screen | 460 thousand dots | 0 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Screen technology | TFT Full Touch Screen with AR coating | 308 ppi, HD Super Clear Touch Display |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 60s | - |
Highest shutter speed | 1/1300s | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 3.50 m | no built-in flash |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync | no built-in flash |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60, 30 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, AVCHD, Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | none |
GPS | None | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 193 gr (0.43 lb) | 305 gr (0.67 lb) |
Dimensions | 108 x 58 x 24mm (4.3" x 2.3" x 0.9") | 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 | 200 images | - |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | - |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | micro SD/micro SDHC/micro SDXC |
Card slots | One | One |
Launch pricing | $670 | $606 |