Panasonic LF1 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 2

The following is a detailed comparison of the Panasonic LF1 versus Samsung Galaxy Camera 2, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands Panasonic and Samsung. There exists a sizeable gap between the image resolutions of the LF1 (12MP) and Galaxy Camera 2 (16MP) and the LF1 (1/1.7") and Galaxy Camera 2 (1/2.3") posses different sensor dimensions.

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The LF1 was manufactured at a similar time to the Galaxy Camera 2 which means that they are of a similar generation. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before going right into a complete comparison, here is a brief introduction of how the LF1 scores versus the Galaxy Camera 2 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-LF1 and Samsung Galaxy Camera 2. The entire galleries are viewable at Panasonic LF1 Gallery and Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 Gallery.

If you are looking to travel with your camera frequently, you will want to take into account its weight and size. The Panasonic LF1 has exterior dimensions of 103mm x 62mm x 28mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.1") with a weight of 192 grams (0.42 lbs) while the Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 has specifications of 133mm x 71mm x 19mm (5.2" x 2.8" x 0.7") with a weight of 283 grams (0.62 lbs).

Contrast the Panasonic LF1 versus Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are utilising during that time. Underneath is a front view measurement comparison of the LF1 and the Galaxy Camera 2.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the LF1 and Galaxy Camera 2 is 92 and 90 respectively.

Sometimes, it can be difficult to picture the gap between sensor dimensions merely by looking at technical specs. The picture underneath will give you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the LF1 and Galaxy Camera 2.

As you can tell, both of the cameras feature different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The LF1 due to its larger sensor is going to make achieving shallow depth of field easier and the Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 will resolve greater detail due to its extra 4MP. Greater resolution can also make it easier to crop pics way more aggressively.