Panasonic FX48 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G

Let's look closer at the Panasonic FX48 and Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by competitors Panasonic and Samsung. There is a significant difference between the image resolutions of the FX48 (12MP) and Galaxy Camera 3G (16MP) but both cameras provide the same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The FX48 was unveiled 4 years before the Galaxy Camera 3G and that is quite a sizable gap as far as tech is concerned. The two cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before delving straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a quick summary of how the FX48 matches up vs the Galaxy Camera 3G with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX48 and Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G. The full galleries are available at Panasonic FX48 Gallery and Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Gallery.

For those who are looking to lug around your camera regularly, you will have to factor its weight and volume. The Panasonic FX48 has outer dimensions of 95mm x 53mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.9") and a weight of 150 grams (0.33 lbs) while the Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G has sizing of 129mm x 71mm x 19mm (5.1" x 2.8" x 0.7") with a weight of 305 grams (0.67 lbs).

Examine the Panasonic FX48 and Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Underneath is a front view overall size comparison of the FX48 vs the Galaxy Camera 3G.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the FX48 and Galaxy Camera 3G is 95 and 90 respectively.

Oftentimes, it can be difficult to imagine the difference between sensor measurements only by reading a spec sheet. The visual below should offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the FX48 and Galaxy Camera 3G.

Clearly, each of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit different MP. You should count on the Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G to offer you greater detail having an extra 4MP. Higher resolution will also help you crop pictures more aggressively. The older FX48 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.