Panasonic FP1 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G

Here, we are contrasting the Panasonic FP1 versus Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G, one is a Ultracompact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals Panasonic and Samsung. There exists a sizeable gap among the sensor resolutions of the FP1 (12MP) and Galaxy Camera 3G (16MP) but both cameras have the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

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The FP1 was introduced 3 years earlier than the Galaxy Camera 3G which is a fairly large gap as far as camera technology is concerned. The two cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic FP1 being a Ultracompact camera and the Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G being a Compact camera.

Before we go into a detailed comparison, here is a quick introduction of how the FP1 scores vs the Galaxy Camera 3G in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP1 and Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G. The whole galleries are viewable at Panasonic FP1 Gallery and Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Gallery.

For anybody who is going to carry around your camera regularly, you are going to need to take into account its weight and proportions. The Panasonic FP1 features physical dimensions of 99mm x 59mm x 19mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 151 grams (0.33 lbs) and 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).

Analyze the Panasonic FP1 versus Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are employing at that time. Below is a front view measurement comparison of the FP1 and the Galaxy Camera 3G.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the FP1 and Galaxy Camera 3G is 95 and 90 respectively.

More often than not, it can be tough to imagine the difference in sensor sizes simply by going through technical specs. The pic underneath may give you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the FP1 and Galaxy Camera 3G.

As you have seen, the two cameras feature the identical sensor size but different megapixels. You should expect to see the Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G to produce greater detail using its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will make it easier to crop images way more aggressively. The more aged FP1 will be behind in sensor tech.