Panasonic FH8 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G
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Panasonic FH8 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-120mm (F2.5-6.4) lens
- 123g - 96 x 57 x 19mm
- Introduced January 2012
(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
- Introduced August 2012

Panasonic FH8 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G Overview
Below, we will be analyzing the Panasonic FH8 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands Panasonic and Samsung. The resolution of the FH8 (16MP) and the Galaxy Camera 4G (16MP) is relatively comparable and they possess the exact same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

The FH8 was introduced 7 months before the Galaxy Camera 4G which means that they are both of a similar generation. The two cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before diving straight into a complete comparison, below is a simple summation of how the FH8 matches up against the Galaxy Camera 4G in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Panasonic FH8 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH8 and Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G. The whole galleries are available at Panasonic FH8 Gallery and Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic FH8 over the Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G
FH8 | Galaxy Camera 4G | |||
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Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 0k | Sharper screen (+230k dot) |
Reasons to pick Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G over the Panasonic FH8
Galaxy Camera 4G | FH8 | |||
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Introduced | August 2012 | ![]() | January 2012 | More recent by 7 months |
Screen dimension | 4.8" | ![]() | 3" | Bigger screen (+1.8") |
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Panasonic FH8 and Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G
FH8 | Galaxy Camera 4G | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | No manual focusing | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither contains selfie screen |
Panasonic FH8 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G Physical Comparison
If you're intending to lug around your camera frequently, you will want to consider its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic FH8 has got 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) while the Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G has dimensions of 129mm x 71mm x 19mm (5.1" x 2.8" x 0.7") with a weight of 305 grams (0.67 lbs).
Contrast the Panasonic FH8 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are using at that time. Following is the front view dimension comparison of the FH8 versus the Galaxy Camera 4G.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the FH8 and Galaxy Camera 4G is 96 and 90 respectively.

Panasonic FH8 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G Sensor Comparison
Usually, it is very hard to visualise the difference in sensor measurements merely by seeing a spec sheet. The graphic below will help offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the FH8 and Galaxy Camera 4G.
Clearly, each of these cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the exact same megapixels therefore you should expect comparable quality of files but you should really take the release date of the cameras into account. The older FH8 will be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.

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Panasonic FH8 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH8 | Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Panasonic | Samsung |
Model type | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH8 | Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Introduced | 2012-01-09 | 2012-08-29 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | - | 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 surface area | 27.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | - |
Peak resolution | 4608 x 3456 | - |
Highest native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Total focus points | 23 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 24-120mm (5.0x) | 23-481mm (20.9x) |
Maximal aperture | f/2.5-6.4 | - |
Macro focusing range | 4cm | - |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3 inch | 4.8 inch |
Display resolution | 230k dot | 0k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Display technology | TFT Color LCD | 308 ppi, HD Super Clear Touch Display |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 8 secs | - |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/1600 secs | - |
Continuous shutter speed | 1.0 frames/s | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 5.60 m | no built-in flash |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction | no built-in flash |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | MPEG-4 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | none |
GPS | None | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 123 gr (0.27 pounds) | 305 gr (0.67 pounds) |
Dimensions | 96 x 57 x 19mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") | 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 | ||
Battery life | 260 photographs | - |
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 |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Pricing at release | $149 | $550 |