Panasonic S2 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G

Let's take a deeper look at the Panasonic S2 versus Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by manufacturers Panasonic and Samsung. The image resolution of the S2 (14MP) and the Galaxy Camera 4G (16MP) is very comparable and both cameras offer the same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The S2 was launched 7 months before the Galaxy Camera 4G so they are of a similar generation. The two cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before getting into a detailed comparison, here is a quick summary of how the S2 scores against the Galaxy Camera 4G in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-S2 and Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G. The complete galleries are available at Panasonic S2 Gallery and Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G Gallery.

For anybody who is looking to carry around your camera, you have to consider its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic S2 comes with outside dimensions of 98mm x 57mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") with a weight of 112 grams (0.25 lbs) while 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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Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you have chosen at that time. Below is a front view physical size comparison of the S2 vs the Galaxy Camera 4G.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the S2 and Galaxy Camera 4G is 96 and 90 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is tough to visualize the contrast in sensor sizes simply by seeing technical specs. The pic here will provide you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the S2 and Galaxy Camera 4G.

As you can tell, both of the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but different resolution. You should expect to see the Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G to produce greater detail utilizing its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will allow you to crop pics more aggressively. The more aged S2 will be disadvantaged in sensor technology.