Panasonic FH7 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G

Its time to look closer at the Panasonic FH7 versus Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals Panasonic and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the FH7 (16MP) and the Galaxy Camera 4G (16MP) is relatively well matched and both cameras posses the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The FH7 was announced 11 months before the Galaxy Camera 4G so they are of a similar generation. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before getting right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a short overview of how the FH7 matches up vs the Galaxy Camera 4G in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH7 and Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G. The whole galleries are provided at Panasonic FH7 Gallery and Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G Gallery.

In case you're planning to travel with your camera often, you'll have to think about its weight and measurements. The Panasonic FH7 enjoys exterior measurements of 95mm x 56mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 126 grams (0.28 lbs) while the Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G has proportions of 129mm x 71mm x 19mm (5.1" x 2.8" x 0.7") with a weight of 305 grams (0.67 lbs).

Check out the Panasonic FH7 versus Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you select at the time. Underneath is a front view size comparison of the FH7 against the Galaxy Camera 4G.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the FH7 and Galaxy Camera 4G is 96 and 90 respectively.

Oftentimes, its difficult to visualize the difference between sensor dimensions just by checking specs. The pic below might offer you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the FH7 and Galaxy Camera 4G.

As you can plainly see, the 2 cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the same exact resolution so you should expect similar quality of files but you should really consider the production date of the products into consideration. The more aged FH7 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor technology.