Panasonic FX48 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera

In this article, we will be comparing the Panasonic FX48 and Samsung Galaxy Camera, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by manufacturers Panasonic and Samsung. There is a sizable difference among the image resolutions of the FX48 (12MP) and Galaxy Camera (16MP) but they enjoy the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The FX48 was brought out 5 years earlier than the Galaxy Camera which is a fairly significant difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving through a complete comparison, below is a simple overview of how the FX48 grades vs the Galaxy Camera in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX48 & Samsung Galaxy Camera. The entire galleries are available at Panasonic FX48 Gallery & Samsung Galaxy Camera Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to travel with your camera, you're going to have to factor in its weight and size. The Panasonic FX48 offers physical measurements of 95mm x 53mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.9") along with a weight of 150 grams (0.33 lbs) while the Samsung Galaxy Camera has specifications of 129mm x 71mm x 19mm (5.1" x 2.8" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 300 grams (0.66 lbs).

Take a look at the Panasonic FX48 and Samsung Galaxy Camera in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you have chosen at the time. Following is the front view size comparison of the FX48 compared to the Galaxy Camera.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the FX48 and Galaxy Camera is 95 and 90 respectively.

Often, it is hard to see the gap in sensor dimensions merely by looking through specifications. The pic underneath should provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the FX48 and Galaxy Camera.

To sum up, both of those cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same MP. You can expect the Samsung Galaxy Camera to render extra detail having its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will help you crop photographs far more aggressively. The more aged FX48 will be behind when it comes to sensor technology.