Panasonic FP1 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G
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Panasonic FP1 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 35-140mm (F3.5-5.9) lens
- 151g - 99 x 59 x 19mm
- Launched January 2010
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 4.8" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 23-481mm (F) lens
- 305g - 129 x 71 x 19mm
- Launched August 2012

Panasonic FP1 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G Overview
Below, we are evaluating the Panasonic FP1 and Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G, one being a Ultracompact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by companies Panasonic and Samsung. There exists a crucial gap between the image resolutions of the FP1 (12MP) and Galaxy Camera 4G (16MP) but they use the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

The FP1 was manufactured 3 years earlier than the Galaxy Camera 4G and that is quite a serious gap as far as technology is concerned. Both the cameras come with different body type with the Panasonic FP1 being a Ultracompact camera and the Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G being a Compact camera.
Before diving in to a thorough comparison, below is a concise introduction of how the FP1 scores vs the Galaxy Camera 4G when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Panasonic FP1 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP1 and Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G. The entire galleries are viewable at Panasonic FP1 Gallery and Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic FP1 over the Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G
FP1 | Galaxy Camera 4G | |||
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Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 0k | Crisper display (+230k dot) |
Reasons to pick Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G over the Panasonic FP1
Galaxy Camera 4G | FP1 | |||
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Launched | August 2012 | ![]() | January 2010 | Fresher by 32 months |
Display dimension | 4.8" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+2.1") |
Touch display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Panasonic FP1 and Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G
FP1 | Galaxy Camera 4G | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Lack of manual focusing | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Absent selfie screen |
Panasonic FP1 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G Physical Comparison
In case you're looking to carry your camera, you'll need to consider its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic FP1 has exterior measurements of 99mm x 59mm x 19mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.7") having a weight of 151 grams (0.33 lbs) and the Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G has dimensions of 129mm x 71mm x 19mm (5.1" x 2.8" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 305 grams (0.67 lbs).
Look at the Panasonic FP1 and Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you have chosen at that moment. The following is the front view measurement comparison of the FP1 vs the Galaxy Camera 4G.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the FP1 and Galaxy Camera 4G is 95 and 90 respectively.

Panasonic FP1 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G Sensor Comparison
Normally, it is difficult to envision the difference between sensor sizing merely by reading through technical specs. The photograph here will offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the FP1 and Galaxy Camera 4G.
As you can tell, both of those cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but not the same megapixels. You should expect to see the Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G to resolve greater detail due to its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also make it easier to crop pics much more aggressively. The older FP1 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.

Panasonic FP1 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G Screen and ViewFinder


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Panasonic FP1 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP1 | Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Panasonic | Samsung |
Model type | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP1 | Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G |
Type | Ultracompact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Launched | 2010-01-06 | 2012-08-29 |
Body design | Ultracompact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | Venus Engine IV | 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 | 12 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | - |
Highest Possible resolution | 4000 x 3000 | - |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Total focus points | 9 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 35-140mm (4.0x) | 23-481mm (20.9x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.5-5.9 | - |
Macro focusing range | 10cm | - |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 2.7 inch | 4.8 inch |
Display resolution | 230k dot | 0k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Display technology | - | 308 ppi, HD Super Clear Touch Display |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 60 seconds | - |
Max shutter speed | 1/1600 seconds | - |
Continuous shutter speed | 6.0 frames per second | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 4.90 m (Auto ISO) | no built-in flash |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro | no built-in flash |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | 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 | 151 gr (0.33 pounds) | 305 gr (0.67 pounds) |
Dimensions | 99 x 59 x 19mm (3.9" x 2.3" 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 | ||
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | - |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | micro SD/micro SDHC/micro SDXC |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Price at release | $153 | $550 |