Panasonic FH25 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 2

Here is a in depth comparison of the Panasonic FH25 versus Samsung Galaxy Camera 2, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals Panasonic and Samsung. The resolution of the FH25 (16MP) and the Galaxy Camera 2 (16MP) is fairly similar and both cameras boast the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The FH25 was manufactured 4 years earlier than the Galaxy Camera 2 and that is quite a serious difference as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before we go right into a thorough comparison, here is a simple summation of how the FH25 scores versus the Galaxy Camera 2 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH25 & Samsung Galaxy Camera 2. The entire galleries are viewable at Panasonic FH25 Gallery & Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 Gallery.

For anybody who is planning to carry your camera regularly, you have to factor its weight and size. The Panasonic FH25 has physical measurements of 99mm x 57mm x 28mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.1") along with a weight of 159 grams (0.35 lbs) whilst 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).

Analyze the Panasonic FH25 versus Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are utilising at that time. Here is a front view size comparison of the FH25 compared to the Galaxy Camera 2.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the FH25 and Galaxy Camera 2 is 94 and 90 respectively.

In many cases, it is very hard to visualise the contrast between sensor sizing merely by reading a spec sheet. The photograph here will provide you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the FH25 and Galaxy Camera 2.

As you can see, the 2 cameras come with the identical sensor size and the exact same resolution and you can expect similar quality of files however you have to take the age of the products into consideration. The older FH25 is going to be behind with regard to sensor tech.