Panasonic FZ60 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G

In this write-up, we will be looking at the Panasonic FZ60 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by companies Panasonic and Samsung. The resolution of the FZ60 (16MP) and the Galaxy Camera 3G (16MP) is relatively well matched and they use the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The FZ60 was manufactured within a month of the Galaxy Camera 3G which means that they are both of a similar generation. The two cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic FZ60 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G being a Compact camera.

Before getting through a full comparison, below is a simple highlight of how the FZ60 matches up vs the Galaxy Camera 3G in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ60 and Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G. The entire galleries are available at Panasonic FZ60 Gallery and Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Gallery.

If you are aiming to carry your camera often, you are going to need to factor its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic FZ60 enjoys external measurements of 120mm x 81mm x 92mm (4.7" x 3.2" x 3.6") and a weight of 493 grams (1.09 lbs) and the Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G has dimensions of 129mm x 71mm x 19mm (5.1" x 2.8" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 305 grams (0.67 lbs).

Contrast the Panasonic FZ60 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are working with during that time. Below is the front view measurements comparison of the FZ60 compared to the Galaxy Camera 3G.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the FZ60 and Galaxy Camera 3G is 68 and 90 respectively.

Quite often, it's tough to visualize the difference between sensor sizing only by looking at technical specs. The graphic below will help provide you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the FZ60 and Galaxy Camera 3G.

As you have seen, both cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the identical megapixels therefore you should expect similar quality of files however you should really factor the production date of the products into consideration.