Panasonic FZ40 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 2

In this write-up, we will be analyzing the Panasonic FZ40 and Samsung Galaxy Camera 2, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by companies Panasonic and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the FZ40 (14MP) and the Galaxy Camera 2 (16MP) is relatively similar and they come with the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

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The FZ40 was introduced 4 years prior to the Galaxy Camera 2 which is quite a serious gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic FZ40 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 being a Compact camera.

Before going straight into a in depth comparison, below is a short introduction of how the FZ40 scores against the Galaxy Camera 2 for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ40 and Samsung Galaxy Camera 2. The whole galleries are available at Panasonic FZ40 Gallery and Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to travel with your camera regularly, you will have to factor in its weight and measurements. The Panasonic FZ40 has exterior measurements of 120mm x 80mm x 92mm (4.7" x 3.1" x 3.6") along with a weight of 494 grams (1.09 lbs) while the Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 has proportions of 133mm x 71mm x 19mm (5.2" x 2.8" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 283 grams (0.62 lbs).

Check out the Panasonic FZ40 and Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you select at that moment. Following is the front view measurements comparison of the FZ40 vs the Galaxy Camera 2.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the FZ40 and Galaxy Camera 2 is 68 and 90 respectively.

In many cases, it is difficult to visualize the contrast between sensor dimensions just by reading a spec sheet. The pic below should give you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the FZ40 and Galaxy Camera 2.

Clearly, both of those cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit different megapixels. You should count on the Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 to offer you extra detail using its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop photographs far more aggressively. The more aged FZ40 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.