Panasonic LF1 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G

Here, we will be comparing the Panasonic LF1 and Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands Panasonic and Samsung. There exists a considerable gap between the sensor resolutions of the LF1 (12MP) and Galaxy Camera 4G (16MP) and the LF1 (1/1.7") and Galaxy Camera 4G (1/2.3") boast different sensor size.

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The LF1 was launched 16 months later than the Galaxy Camera 4G which makes them a generation apart from one another. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before delving right into a full comparison, here is a simple summation of how the LF1 scores versus the Galaxy Camera 4G in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-LF1 & Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G. The complete galleries are provided at Panasonic LF1 Gallery & Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G Gallery.

If you are aiming to carry your camera often, you will need to factor its weight and size. The Panasonic LF1 enjoys outer measurements of 103mm x 62mm x 28mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.1") having a weight of 192 grams (0.42 lbs) and the Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G has specifications of 129mm x 71mm x 19mm (5.1" x 2.8" x 0.7") having a weight of 305 grams (0.67 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you have at that time. Following is a front view scale comparison of the LF1 compared to the Galaxy Camera 4G.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the LF1 and Galaxy Camera 4G is 92 and 90 respectively.

Normally, it can be tough to imagine the gap between sensor sizing simply by looking at specifications. The photograph below may offer you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the LF1 and Galaxy Camera 4G.

To sum up, the two cameras feature different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The LF1 because of its bigger sensor is going to make achieving shallow DOF less difficult and the Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G will give you greater detail utilizing its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop shots way more aggressively. The more recent LF1 should have a benefit when it comes to sensor technology.