Panasonic FH3 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G
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Panasonic FH3 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F2.8-6.9) lens
- 165g - 98 x 55 x 24mm
- Released January 2010
- Additionally Known as Lumix DMC-FS11
(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
- Released August 2012
Panasonic FH3 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G Overview
Let's look much closer at the Panasonic FH3 and Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by companies Panasonic and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the FH3 (14MP) and the Galaxy Camera 4G (16MP) is relatively close and both cameras have the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").
Nikon Coolpix camera search on Google skyrockets by 8,500%The FH3 was brought out 3 years earlier than the Galaxy Camera 4G which is a fairly big gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before delving straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a brief introduction of how the FH3 scores against the Galaxy Camera 4G in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Panasonic FH3 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH3 and Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G. The entire galleries are viewable at Panasonic FH3 Gallery and Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic FH3 over the Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G
FH3 | Galaxy Camera 4G | |||
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Screen resolution | 230k | 0k | Crisper screen (+230k dot) |
Reasons to pick Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G over the Panasonic FH3
Galaxy Camera 4G | FH3 | |||
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Released | August 2012 | January 2010 | Newer by 32 months | |
Screen dimensions | 4.8" | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+2.1") | |
Touch screen | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Panasonic FH3 and Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G
FH3 | Galaxy Camera 4G | |||
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Focus manually | Lack of manual focus | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Selfie screen | Neither offers selfie screen |
Panasonic FH3 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G Physical Comparison
For anyone who is going to travel with your camera, you will need to think about its weight and measurements. The Panasonic FH3 offers external dimensions of 98mm x 55mm x 24mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 165 grams (0.36 lbs) and the Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G has proportions of 129mm x 71mm x 19mm (5.1" x 2.8" x 0.7") and a weight of 305 grams (0.67 lbs).
See the Panasonic FH3 and Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you select during that time. Underneath is a front view dimension comparison of the FH3 vs the Galaxy Camera 4G.
Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the FH3 and Galaxy Camera 4G is 94 and 90 respectively.
Panasonic FH3 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it's difficult to picture the gap in sensor dimensions only by viewing technical specs. The image underneath might provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the FH3 and Galaxy Camera 4G.
As you can tell, the two cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit different megapixels. You should count on the Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G to render more detail having its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will enable you to crop photographs more aggressively. The more aged FH3 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.
Panasonic FH3 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G Screen and ViewFinder
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Panasonic FH3 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH3 | Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Panasonic | Samsung |
Model type | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH3 | Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G |
Alternate name | Lumix DMC-FS11 | - |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Released | 2010-01-06 | 2012-08-29 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | - | 1.4GHz Quad-Core |
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 27.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | - |
Peak resolution | 4320 x 3240 | - |
Highest native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Total focus points | 9 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 23-481mm (20.9x) |
Maximal aperture | f/2.8-6.9 | - |
Macro focusing distance | 5cm | - |
Crop factor | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 2.7 inch | 4.8 inch |
Display resolution | 230k dots | 0k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Display tech | - | 308 ppi, HD Super Clear Touch Display |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 60s | - |
Max shutter speed | 1/1600s | - |
Continuous shutter rate | 6.0fps | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 6.80 m | no built-in flash |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro | no built-in flash |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | none |
GPS | None | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 165 gr (0.36 pounds) | 305 gr (0.67 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 98 x 55 x 24mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") | 129 x 71 x 19mm (5.1" x 2.8" x 0.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | - |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC card, Internal | micro SD/micro SDHC/micro SDXC |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Retail price | $160 | $550 |