Panasonic SZ1 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera

Below, we are comparing the Panasonic SZ1 and Samsung Galaxy Camera, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals Panasonic and Samsung. The resolution of the SZ1 (16MP) and the Galaxy Camera (16MP) is fairly well matched and they come with the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The SZ1 was revealed 13 months earlier than the Galaxy Camera making the cameras a generation away from one another. Each of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting in to a comprehensive comparison, below is a simple highlight of how the SZ1 matches up against the Galaxy Camera when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ1 & Samsung Galaxy Camera. The full galleries are available at Panasonic SZ1 Gallery & Samsung Galaxy Camera Gallery.

If you are intending to travel with your camera regularly, you'll need to factor in its weight and proportions. The Panasonic SZ1 offers external measurements of 99mm x 59mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") along with a weight of 131 grams (0.29 lbs) and the Samsung Galaxy Camera has measurements of 129mm x 71mm x 19mm (5.1" x 2.8" x 0.7") having a weight of 300 grams (0.66 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you have at that moment. Underneath is the front view proportions comparison of the SZ1 compared to the Galaxy Camera.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SZ1 and Galaxy Camera is 95 and 90 respectively.

Sometimes, it's tough to visualize the contrast between sensor dimensions only by reading through technical specs. The picture below will help offer you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the SZ1 and Galaxy Camera.

As you have seen, both of these cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements and the identical MP therefore you can expect similar quality of files although you need to factor the launch date of the products into consideration. The more aged SZ1 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.