Panasonic FH2 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 2

Following is a in depth assessment of the Panasonic FH2 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 2, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by competitors Panasonic and Samsung. The image resolution of the FH2 (14MP) and the Galaxy Camera 2 (16MP) is very well matched and they possess the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The FH2 was released 4 years prior to the Galaxy Camera 2 which is quite a significant gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before going in to a more detailed comparison, below is a simple view of how the FH2 matches up against the Galaxy Camera 2 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH2 and Samsung Galaxy Camera 2. The complete galleries are provided at Panasonic FH2 Gallery and Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 Gallery.

For anyone who is going to carry around your camera regularly, you need to consider its weight and size. The Panasonic FH2 enjoys outer dimensions of 94mm x 54mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.7") and a weight of 121 grams (0.27 lbs) and the Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 has specifications of 133mm x 71mm x 19mm (5.2" x 2.8" x 0.7") having a weight of 283 grams (0.62 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are working with at the time. The following is the front view sizing comparison of the FH2 compared to the Galaxy Camera 2.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the FH2 and Galaxy Camera 2 is 96 and 90 respectively.

Often, it's hard to envision the gap between sensor sizes merely by reading through specs. The image underneath should give you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the FH2 and Galaxy Camera 2.

As you can plainly see, both cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but not the same megapixels. You should expect to see the Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 to give you extra detail as a result of its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also let you crop photos far more aggressively. The more aged FH2 is going to be behind with regard to sensor innovation.