Panasonic FP2 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G

Here, we are matching up the Panasonic FP2 versus Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G, one being a Ultracompact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by competitors Panasonic and Samsung. The image resolution of the FP2 (14MP) and the Galaxy Camera 3G (16MP) is very similar and both cameras boast the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The FP2 was launched 3 years before the Galaxy Camera 3G and that is quite a large gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of these cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic FP2 being a Ultracompact camera and the Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G being a Compact camera.

Before we go straight to a complete comparison, here is a brief overview of how the FP2 scores vs the Galaxy Camera 3G in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP2 and Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G. The complete galleries are provided at Panasonic FP2 Gallery and Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Gallery.

When you are looking to carry your camera regularly, you will need to think about its weight and volume. The Panasonic FP2 features outer dimensions of 99mm x 59mm x 19mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.7") having a weight of 151 grams (0.33 lbs) whilst the Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G has sizing of 129mm x 71mm x 19mm (5.1" x 2.8" x 0.7") along with a weight of 305 grams (0.67 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are utilising at the time. Below is a front view measurement comparison of the FP2 versus the Galaxy Camera 3G.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the FP2 and Galaxy Camera 3G is 95 and 90 respectively.

Usually, it can be difficult to visualize the contrast between sensor sizing simply by reading specs. The photograph below might offer you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the FP2 and Galaxy Camera 3G.

All in all, each of these cameras feature the identical sensor size but different megapixels. You should expect to see the Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G to offer you more detail utilizing its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop photos way more aggressively. The older FP2 is going to be behind with regard to sensor tech.