Panasonic FH8 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera

The following is a in-depth comparison of the Panasonic FH8 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands Panasonic and Samsung. The image resolution of the FH8 (16MP) and the Galaxy Camera (16MP) is relatively comparable and both cameras provide the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The FH8 was announced 13 months prior to the Galaxy Camera which makes them a generation away from each other. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before diving straight to a full comparison, here is a quick overview of how the FH8 matches up versus the Galaxy Camera in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH8 and Samsung Galaxy Camera. The whole galleries are viewable at Panasonic FH8 Gallery and Samsung Galaxy Camera Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to travel with your camera regularly, you'll have to factor its weight and size. The Panasonic FH8 enjoys outside measurements of 96mm x 57mm x 19mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") with a weight of 123 grams (0.27 lbs) and the Samsung Galaxy Camera has specifications of 129mm x 71mm x 19mm (5.1" x 2.8" x 0.7") with a weight of 300 grams (0.66 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are working with during that time. Following is a front view over all size comparison of the FH8 against the Galaxy Camera.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the FH8 and Galaxy Camera is 96 and 90 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is very hard to visualise the difference in sensor dimensions only by seeing specs. The pic underneath may give you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the FH8 and Galaxy Camera.

As you can plainly see, the 2 cameras feature the identical sensor size and the exact same resolution therefore you should expect comparable quality of photos but you should really take the production date of the cameras into account. The more aged FH8 will be behind with regard to sensor innovation.