Panasonic FH2 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera
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Panasonic FH2 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-112mm (F3.1-6.5) lens
- 121g - 94 x 54 x 19mm
- Released January 2011
- Also referred to as Lumix DMC-FS16
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 4.8" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 23-481mm (F2.8-5.9) lens
- 300g - 129 x 71 x 19mm
- Introduced February 2013
- Alternative Name is Wi-Fi

Panasonic FH2 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera Overview
The following is a in-depth review of the Panasonic FH2 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by manufacturers Panasonic and Samsung. The resolution of the FH2 (14MP) and the Galaxy Camera (16MP) is relatively similar and both cameras have the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

The FH2 was revealed 3 years prior to the Galaxy Camera which is quite a large gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before diving into a in-depth comparison, here is a concise synopsis of how the FH2 matches up vs the Galaxy Camera with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Panasonic FH2 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH2 and Samsung Galaxy Camera. The full galleries are provided at Panasonic FH2 Gallery and Samsung Galaxy Camera Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic FH2 over the Samsung Galaxy Camera
FH2 | Galaxy Camera |
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Reasons to pick Samsung Galaxy Camera over the Panasonic FH2
Galaxy Camera | FH2 | |||
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Introduced | February 2013 | ![]() | January 2011 | Newer by 25 months |
Manual focus | ![]() | Dial accurate focus | ||
Screen size | 4.8" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+2.1") |
Screen resolution | 922k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper screen (+692k dot) |
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Panasonic FH2 and Samsung Galaxy Camera
FH2 | Galaxy Camera | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Missing selfie screen |
Panasonic FH2 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera Physical Comparison
In case you're intending to travel with your camera often, you will have to factor its weight and size. The Panasonic FH2 offers outer measurements of 94mm x 54mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.7") along with a weight of 121 grams (0.27 lbs) while the Samsung Galaxy Camera has specifications of 129mm x 71mm x 19mm (5.1" x 2.8" x 0.7") having a weight of 300 grams (0.66 lbs).
See the Panasonic FH2 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you have attached during that time. Underneath is a front view dimensions comparison of the FH2 against the Galaxy Camera.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the FH2 and Galaxy Camera is 96 and 90 respectively.

Panasonic FH2 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera Sensor Comparison
Normally, it is very difficult to see the contrast between sensor dimensions merely by reviewing a spec sheet. The picture underneath may offer you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the FH2 and Galaxy Camera.
Clearly, each of the cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit not the same megapixels. You should count on the Samsung Galaxy Camera to offer you extra detail because of its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop pictures way more aggressively. The more aged FH2 is going to be behind in sensor technology.

Panasonic FH2 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera Screen and ViewFinder


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Panasonic FH2 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH2 | Samsung Galaxy Camera | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Panasonic | Samsung |
Model | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH2 | Samsung Galaxy Camera |
Also Known as | Lumix DMC-FS16 | Wi-Fi |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Released | 2011-01-05 | 2013-02-19 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | Venus Engine IV | 1.4GHz Quad-Core |
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 27.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14MP | 16MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | - |
Highest Possible resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Number of focus points | 11 | - |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-112mm (4.0x) | 23-481mm (20.9x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.1-6.5 | f/2.8-5.9 |
Macro focus distance | 5cm | - |
Crop factor | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 2.7 inches | 4.8 inches |
Resolution of screen | 230k dot | 922k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Screen technology | - | 308 ppi, HD Super Clear Touch Display |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 60 seconds | 16 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/1600 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | 4.0fps | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 3.30 m | - |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction | - |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | none |
GPS | None | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 121g (0.27 lb) | 300g (0.66 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 94 x 54 x 19mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.7") | 129 x 71 x 19mm (5.1" x 2.8" x 0.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 | 270 photos | - |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | - |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | micro SD/micro SDHC/micro SDXC |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Cost at release | $149 | $450 |