Panasonic FZ28 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G
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Panasonic FZ28 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 27-486mm (F2.8-4.4) lens
- 417g - 118 x 75 x 89mm
- Released January 2009
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 4.8" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 23-481mm (F) lens
- 305g - 129 x 71 x 19mm
- Released August 2012

Panasonic FZ28 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G Overview
Its time to look a little more in depth at the Panasonic FZ28 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by companies Panasonic and Samsung. There is a sizeable difference among the sensor resolutions of the FZ28 (10MP) and Galaxy Camera 4G (16MP) but they enjoy the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The FZ28 was announced 4 years prior to the Galaxy Camera 4G which is a fairly large gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before diving straight into a step-by-step comparison, below is a concise introduction of how the FZ28 scores against the Galaxy Camera 4G in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Panasonic FZ28 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ28 and Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G. The whole galleries are viewable at Panasonic FZ28 Gallery and Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic FZ28 over the Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G
FZ28 | Galaxy Camera 4G | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Very precise focus | ||
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 0k | Crisper display (+230k dot) |
Reasons to pick Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G over the Panasonic FZ28
Galaxy Camera 4G | FZ28 | |||
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Released | August 2012 | ![]() | January 2009 | More modern by 44 months |
Display dimension | 4.8" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+2.1") |
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Panasonic FZ28 and Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G
FZ28 | Galaxy Camera 4G | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Absent selfie screen |
Panasonic FZ28 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G Physical Comparison
For anyone who is intending to carry around your camera frequently, you are going to need to consider its weight and proportions. The Panasonic FZ28 features external dimensions of 118mm x 75mm x 89mm (4.6" x 3.0" x 3.5") accompanied by a weight of 417 grams (0.92 lbs) while the Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G has measurements of 129mm x 71mm x 19mm (5.1" x 2.8" x 0.7") having a weight of 305 grams (0.67 lbs).
Examine the Panasonic FZ28 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you have at that moment. Below is the front view physical size comparison of the FZ28 and the Galaxy Camera 4G.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the FZ28 and Galaxy Camera 4G is 72 and 90 respectively.

Panasonic FZ28 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it is very hard to envision the contrast in sensor sizes just by researching specs. The picture below might provide you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the FZ28 and Galaxy Camera 4G.
As you can plainly see, both of these cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but not the same resolution. You should expect to see the Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G to result in more detail with its extra 6MP. Greater resolution can also help you crop pics much more aggressively. The more aged FZ28 will be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.

Panasonic FZ28 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G Screen and ViewFinder


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Panasonic FZ28 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ28 | Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Panasonic | Samsung |
Model | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ28 | Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Released | 2009-01-15 | 2012-08-29 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | - | 1.4GHz Quad-Core |
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 27.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | - |
Maximum resolution | 3648 x 2736 | - |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 27-486mm (18.0x) | 23-481mm (20.9x) |
Highest aperture | f/2.8-4.4 | - |
Macro focus distance | 1cm | - |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 2.7" | 4.8" |
Display resolution | 230k dot | 0k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Display tech | - | 308 ppi, HD Super Clear Touch Display |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 60 seconds | - |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | - |
Continuous shooting speed | 3.0 frames/s | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 8.50 m (Auto ISO) | no built-in flash |
Flash settings | Auto, Red-Eye Auto, On, Red-Eye On, Red-Eye Slow Sync, Off, Slow Sync (1&2) | no built-in flash |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 @ 30 fps, 848 x 480, 640 x 480, 320 x 240 @ 30fps, 320 x 240 @ 10fps | 1920 x 1080 |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | - | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | none |
GPS | None | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 417 grams (0.92 pounds) | 305 grams (0.67 pounds) |
Dimensions | 118 x 75 x 89mm (4.6" x 3.0" x 3.5") | 129 x 71 x 19mm (5.1" x 2.8" x 0.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | 27 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | 17.9 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | 10.1 | not tested |
DXO Low light score | 79 | not tested |
Other | ||
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | - |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/MMC/SDHC card, Internal | micro SD/micro SDHC/micro SDXC |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Retail cost | $599 | $550 |