Panasonic FZ80 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 2

The following is a extended overview of the Panasonic FZ80 versus Samsung Galaxy Camera 2, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by companies Panasonic and Samsung. The resolution of the FZ80 (18MP) and the Galaxy Camera 2 (16MP) is relatively well matched and both cameras have the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The FZ80 was released 3 years after the Galaxy Camera 2 which is quite a sizable gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of these cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic FZ80 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 being a Compact camera.

Before going straight to a in depth comparison, here is a short overview of how the FZ80 matches up against the Galaxy Camera 2 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ80 and Samsung Galaxy Camera 2. The complete galleries are provided at Panasonic FZ80 Gallery and Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 Gallery.

When you are aiming to travel with your camera, you have to consider its weight and volume. The Panasonic FZ80 features outer measurements of 130mm x 94mm x 119mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 4.7") accompanied by a weight of 616 grams (1.36 lbs) whilst the Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 has sizing of 133mm x 71mm x 19mm (5.2" x 2.8" x 0.7") having a weight of 283 grams (0.62 lbs).

See the Panasonic FZ80 versus Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you use at that moment. Below is a front view size comparison of the FZ80 and the Galaxy Camera 2.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the FZ80 and Galaxy Camera 2 is 63 and 90 respectively.

Typically, it is very difficult to visualise the contrast between sensor dimensions only by looking at technical specs. The image below might provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the FZ80 and Galaxy Camera 2.

As you can tell, each of these cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit not the same megapixels. You should count on the Panasonic FZ80 to give you more detail as a result of its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also help you crop photographs a good deal more aggressively. The newer FZ80 will have an edge when it comes to sensor tech.