Panasonic FX78 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera

Its time to take a deeper look at the Panasonic FX78 and Samsung Galaxy Camera, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by competitors Panasonic and Samsung. There exists a crucial gap between the resolutions of the FX78 (12MP) and Galaxy Camera (16MP) but both cameras have the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The FX78 was manufactured 3 years earlier than the Galaxy Camera which is quite a serious gap as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before we go right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a concise summary of how the FX78 matches up versus the Galaxy Camera when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX78 and Samsung Galaxy Camera. The entire galleries are provided at Panasonic FX78 Gallery and Samsung Galaxy Camera Gallery.

If you are planning to carry around your camera, you should think about its weight and measurements. The Panasonic FX78 has got exterior dimensions of 100mm x 55mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 142 grams (0.31 lbs) whilst the Samsung Galaxy Camera has proportions of 129mm x 71mm x 19mm (5.1" x 2.8" x 0.7") and a weight of 300 grams (0.66 lbs).

Check the Panasonic FX78 and Samsung Galaxy Camera in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you use at the time. The following is a front view overall size comparison of the FX78 against the Galaxy Camera.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the FX78 and Galaxy Camera is 95 and 90 respectively.

Typically, it is very tough to imagine the contrast between sensor sizes simply by looking at specifications. The picture below might offer you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the FX78 and Galaxy Camera.

Plainly, each of these cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit different megapixels. You should expect the Samsung Galaxy Camera to resolve extra detail due to its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop pictures a bit more aggressively. The more aged FX78 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.