Panasonic FH27 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G
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Panasonic FH27 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-224mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 152g - 99 x 57 x 28mm
- Released January 2011
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 4.8" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 23-481mm (F) lens
- 305g - 129 x 71 x 19mm
- Launched August 2012
Panasonic FH27 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Overview
Here, we will be contrasting the Panasonic FH27 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by manufacturers Panasonic and Samsung. The image resolution of the FH27 (16MP) and the Galaxy Camera 3G (16MP) is pretty close and both cameras offer the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe FH27 was released 20 months prior to the Galaxy Camera 3G which makes them a generation away from one another. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before we go right into a detailed comparison, here is a brief summary of how the FH27 matches up versus the Galaxy Camera 3G in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Panasonic FH27 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH27 & Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G. The complete galleries are viewable at Panasonic FH27 Gallery & Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic FH27 over the Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G
FH27 | Galaxy Camera 3G | |||
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Screen resolution | 230k | 0k | Sharper screen (+230k dot) |
Reasons to pick Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G over the Panasonic FH27
Galaxy Camera 3G | FH27 | |||
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Launched | August 2012 | January 2011 | More modern by 20 months | |
Screen size | 4.8" | 3" | Bigger screen (+1.8") |
Common features in the Panasonic FH27 and Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G
FH27 | Galaxy Camera 3G | |||
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Manually focus | Lack of manual focus | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Selfie screen | Neither offers selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly screen | Quickly navigate |
Panasonic FH27 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Physical Comparison
If you're looking to carry around your camera regularly, you have to take into account its weight and proportions. The Panasonic FH27 offers physical measurements of 99mm x 57mm x 28mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.1") and a weight of 152 grams (0.34 lbs) while the Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G has measurements of 129mm x 71mm x 19mm (5.1" x 2.8" x 0.7") with a weight of 305 grams (0.67 lbs).
Look at the Panasonic FH27 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you select at that moment. Following is a front view measurement comparison of the FH27 vs the Galaxy Camera 3G.
Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the FH27 and Galaxy Camera 3G is 94 and 90 respectively.
Panasonic FH27 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it can be tough to see the difference in sensor sizes just by researching a spec sheet. The picture below might give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the FH27 and Galaxy Camera 3G.
Clearly, each of these cameras feature the identical sensor size and the identical megapixels therefore you can expect comparable quality of photos though you would want to take the launch date of the cameras into account. The more aged FH27 will be behind with regard to sensor technology.
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Panasonic FH27 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH27 | Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Panasonic | Samsung |
Model | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH27 | Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Released | 2011-01-05 | 2012-08-29 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | Venus Engine VI | 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 area | 27.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Highest Possible resolution | 4608 x 3456 | - |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Number of focus points | 11 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-224mm (8.0x) | 23-481mm (20.9x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.3-5.9 | - |
Macro focus distance | 5cm | - |
Crop factor | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3" | 4.8" |
Resolution of display | 230k dots | 0k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Display technology | TFT Touch Screen LCD | 308 ppi, HD Super Clear Touch Display |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 60 seconds | - |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/1600 seconds | - |
Continuous shutter rate | 4.0 frames/s | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 5.80 m | no built-in flash |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction | no built-in flash |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (24 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | 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 | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 152 gr (0.34 lbs) | 305 gr (0.67 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 99 x 57 x 28mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.1") | 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 | 250 photos | - |
Type 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 |
Cost at release | $229 | $606 |