Panasonic FZ300 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera

Here, we will be comparing the Panasonic FZ300 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by rivals Panasonic and Samsung. There is a huge difference between the sensor resolutions of the FZ300 (12MP) and Galaxy Camera (16MP) but both cameras posses the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The FZ300 was brought out 2 years later than the Galaxy Camera and that is quite a significant gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of these cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic FZ300 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Samsung Galaxy Camera being a Compact camera.

Before getting straight to a thorough comparison, here is a concise view of how the FZ300 matches up vs the Galaxy Camera in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ300 and Samsung Galaxy Camera. The entire galleries are provided at Panasonic FZ300 Gallery and Samsung Galaxy Camera Gallery.

If you are intending to lug around your camera, you will have to factor in its weight and proportions. The Panasonic FZ300 enjoys physical dimensions of 132mm x 92mm x 117mm (5.2" x 3.6" x 4.6") with a weight of 691 grams (1.52 lbs) while the Samsung Galaxy Camera has measurements of 129mm x 71mm x 19mm (5.1" x 2.8" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 300 grams (0.66 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are employing during that time. Below is a front view measurements comparison of the FZ300 compared to the Galaxy Camera.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the FZ300 and Galaxy Camera is 59 and 90 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is hard to imagine the difference between sensor measurements just by reading specs. The visual underneath will help offer you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the FZ300 and Galaxy Camera.

All in all, the 2 cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit different resolution. You should count on the Samsung Galaxy Camera to offer you greater detail having its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop pictures a good deal more aggressively. The younger FZ300 should have an advantage in sensor innovation.