Panasonic FX580 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G
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Panasonic FX580 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 1600 (Raise to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-125mm (F2.8-5.9) lens
- 167g - 95 x 57 x 22mm
- Introduced January 2009
- Also referred to as Lumix DMC-FX550
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 4.8" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 23-481mm (F) lens
- 305g - 129 x 71 x 19mm
- Launched August 2012

Panasonic FX580 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G Overview
Its time to look much closer at the Panasonic FX580 and Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by companies Panasonic and Samsung. There is a substantial difference between the sensor resolutions of the FX580 (12MP) and Galaxy Camera 4G (16MP) but both cameras provide the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

The FX580 was launched 4 years earlier than the Galaxy Camera 4G and that is quite a big difference as far as tech is concerned. The two cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before going into a in-depth comparison, here is a simple introduction of how the FX580 scores against the Galaxy Camera 4G in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Panasonic FX580 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX580 & Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G. The complete galleries are viewable at Panasonic FX580 Gallery & Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic FX580 over the Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G
FX580 | Galaxy Camera 4G | |||
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Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 0k | Crisper screen (+230k dot) |
Reasons to pick Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G over the Panasonic FX580
Galaxy Camera 4G | FX580 | |||
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Launched | August 2012 | ![]() | January 2009 | More recent by 43 months |
Screen size | 4.8" | ![]() | 3" | Bigger screen (+1.8") |
Touch screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Panasonic FX580 and Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G
FX580 | Galaxy Camera 4G | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Lack of manual focusing | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither includes selfie screen |
Panasonic FX580 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G Physical Comparison
If you are going to lug around your camera often, you will need to factor in its weight and volume. The Panasonic FX580 features external measurements of 95mm x 57mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs) whilst the Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G 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).
Analyze the Panasonic FX580 and Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into account, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are utilising during that time. Underneath is a front view measurements comparison of the FX580 vs the Galaxy Camera 4G.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the FX580 and Galaxy Camera 4G is 95 and 90 respectively.

Panasonic FX580 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G Sensor Comparison
Usually, it can be hard to visualize the gap between sensor measurements only by reading technical specs. The photograph here will help provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the FX580 and Galaxy Camera 4G.
As you can tell, both the cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit different megapixels. You can count on the Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G to offer greater detail utilizing its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will let you crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The older FX580 is going to be behind with regard to sensor innovation.

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Panasonic FX580 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX580 | Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Panasonic | Samsung |
Model | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX580 | Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G |
Also called as | Lumix DMC-FX550 | - |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Introduced | 2009-01-27 | 2012-08-29 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | - | 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 | 12MP | 16MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 16:9, 4:3 and 3:2 | - |
Maximum resolution | 4000 x 3000 | - |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Maximum boosted ISO | 6400 | - |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | 11 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 25-125mm (5.0x) | 23-481mm (20.9x) |
Largest aperture | f/2.8-5.9 | - |
Macro focus distance | 5cm | - |
Crop factor | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3 inches | 4.8 inches |
Resolution of screen | 230 thousand dot | 0 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Screen technology | - | 308 ppi, HD Super Clear Touch Display |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 60 secs | - |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | - |
Continuous shooting speed | 2.0fps | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 6.00 m | no built-in flash |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync | no built-in flash |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video file 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 | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 167 grams (0.37 pounds) | 305 grams (0.67 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 95 x 57 x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") | 129 x 71 x 19mm (5.1" x 2.8" x 0.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | - |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | SD/MMC/SDHC card, Internal | micro SD/micro SDHC/micro SDXC |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Pricing at launch | $499 | $550 |