Panasonic FS25 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 2

Its time to take a closer look at the Panasonic FS25 and Samsung Galaxy Camera 2, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals Panasonic and Samsung. There exists a noticeable gap between the sensor resolutions of the FS25 (12MP) and Galaxy Camera 2 (16MP) but both cameras posses the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The FS25 was launched 6 years earlier than the Galaxy Camera 2 which is quite a sizable difference as far as technology is concerned. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before going into a thorough comparison, here is a concise view of how the FS25 scores against the Galaxy Camera 2 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS25 & Samsung Galaxy Camera 2. The complete galleries are viewable at Panasonic FS25 Gallery & Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 Gallery.

For anyone who is going to carry around your camera regularly, you need to factor in its weight and volume. The Panasonic FS25 comes with physical dimensions of 97mm x 58mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.9") and a weight of 148 grams (0.33 lbs) whilst the Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 has sizing of 133mm x 71mm x 19mm (5.2" x 2.8" x 0.7") with a weight of 283 grams (0.62 lbs).

Contrast the Panasonic FS25 and Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you choose at that time. Here is a front view size comparison of the FS25 vs the Galaxy Camera 2.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the FS25 and Galaxy Camera 2 is 95 and 90 respectively.

Sometimes, it is very hard to picture the contrast between sensor sizes only by reading a spec sheet. The image underneath will help provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the FS25 and Galaxy Camera 2.

Clearly, both of those cameras come with the identical sensor size but different MP. You can anticipate the Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 to deliver greater detail utilizing its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop pics a good deal more aggressively. The more aged FS25 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.