Panasonic LZ30 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G
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Panasonic LZ30 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G Key Specs
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- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-875mm (F3.0-5.9) lens
- 552g - 124 x 84 x 92mm
- Revealed January 2013
- Superseded the Panasonic LZ20
- Updated by Panasonic LZ40
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- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 4.8" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 23-481mm (F) lens
- 305g - 129 x 71 x 19mm
- Launched August 2012
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Lets look much closer at the Panasonic LZ30 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by rivals Panasonic and Samsung. The resolution of the LZ30 (16MP) and the Galaxy Camera 4G (16MP) is relatively comparable and both cameras provide the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe LZ30 was released 5 months after the Galaxy Camera 4G which means that they are of a similar generation. Both of the cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic LZ30 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G being a Compact camera.
Before we go into a more detailed comparison, here is a quick synopsis of how the LZ30 grades versus the Galaxy Camera 4G when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
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Reasons to pick Panasonic LZ30 over the Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G
| LZ30 | Galaxy Camera 4G | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Screen resolution | 460k |  | 0k | Clearer screen (+460k dot) |
Reasons to pick Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G over the Panasonic LZ30
| Galaxy Camera 4G | LZ30 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Screen size | 4.8" |  | 3" | Bigger screen (+1.8") |
| Touch screen |  | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Panasonic LZ30 and Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G
| LZ30 | Galaxy Camera 4G | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Launched | January 2013 |  | August 2012 | Same generation |
| Manual focus |  | No manual focus | ||
| Screen type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed screen |
| Selfie screen |  | Neither has selfie screen |
Panasonic LZ30 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G Physical Comparison
In case you're going to carry around your camera frequently, you need to think about its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic LZ30 has outside measurements of 124mm x 84mm x 92mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 3.6") and a weight of 552 grams (1.22 lbs) and the Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G has dimensions 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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Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you choose at that moment. Underneath is a front view scale comparison of the LZ30 and the Galaxy Camera 4G.
Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the LZ30 and Galaxy Camera 4G is 66 and 90 respectively.
Panasonic LZ30 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G Sensor Comparison
Normally, its tough to imagine the difference in sensor sizes simply by seeing technical specs. The pic below will help provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the LZ30 and Galaxy Camera 4G.
As you have seen, the 2 cameras feature the identical sensor size and the identical resolution therefore you should expect comparable quality of pictures though you really should consider the release date of the cameras into account.
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Panasonic LZ30 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G Specifications
| Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ30 | Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Make | Panasonic | Samsung |
| Model type | Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ30 | Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G |
| Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
| Revealed | 2013-01-07 | 2012-08-29 |
| Physical type | SLR-like (bridge) | Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Processor | - | 1.4GHz Quad-Core |
| Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
| Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
| Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
| Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Max resolution | 4608 x 3456 | - |
| Max native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
| Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
| RAW images | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Focus manually | ||
| Touch to focus | ||
| AF continuous | ||
| Single AF | ||
| Tracking AF | ||
| AF selectice | ||
| Center weighted AF | ||
| Multi area AF | ||
| Live view AF | ||
| Face detect focusing | ||
| Contract detect focusing | ||
| Phase detect focusing | ||
| Cross type focus points | - | - |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens zoom range | 25-875mm (35.0x) | 23-481mm (20.9x) |
| Highest aperture | f/3.0-5.9 | - |
| Macro focusing range | 1cm | - |
| Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Display size | 3 inches | 4.8 inches |
| Display resolution | 460k dots | 0k dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch functionality | ||
| Display tech | TFT LCD | 308 ppi, HD Super Clear Touch Display |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder type | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Minimum shutter speed | 15s | - |
| Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000s | - |
| Continuous shutter rate | 1.0 frames per second | - |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manually set exposure | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
| Set WB | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Built-in flash | ||
| Flash distance | 4.40 m | no built-in flash |
| Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro | no built-in flash |
| External flash | ||
| Auto exposure bracketing | ||
| WB bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment metering | ||
| Average metering | ||
| Spot metering | ||
| Partial metering | ||
| AF area metering | ||
| Center weighted metering | ||
| Video features | ||
| Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 |
| Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
| Video file format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, H.264 |
| Microphone port | ||
| Headphone port | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | None | Built-In |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | none |
| GPS | None | BuiltIn |
| Physical | ||
| Environment sealing | ||
| Water proofing | ||
| Dust proofing | ||
| Shock proofing | ||
| Crush proofing | ||
| Freeze proofing | ||
| Weight | 552 gr (1.22 lbs) | 305 gr (0.67 lbs) |
| Physical dimensions | 124 x 84 x 92mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 3.6") | 129 x 71 x 19mm (5.1" x 2.8" x 0.7") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
| Other | ||
| Battery life | 380 shots | - |
| Style of battery | AA | - |
| Battery ID | 4 x AA | - |
| Self timer | Yes (2 0r 10 sec) | - |
| Time lapse feature | ||
| Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | micro SD/micro SDHC/micro SDXC |
| Card slots | 1 | 1 |
| Price at release | $230 | $550 |