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Panasonic SZ10 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G

Portability
93
Imaging
40
Features
34
Overall
37
Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ10 front
 
Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G front
Portability
90
Imaging
39
Features
44
Overall
41

Panasonic SZ10 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G Key Specs

Panasonic SZ10
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Tilting Screen
  • ISO 100 - 1600 (Push to 6400)
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 24-288mm (F3.1-6.3) lens
  • 177g - 99 x 60 x 30mm
  • Launched January 2015
Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G
(Full Review)
  • 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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Panasonic SZ10 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G Overview

Here is a thorough assessment of the Panasonic SZ10 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by rivals Panasonic and Samsung. The resolution of the SZ10 (16MP) and the Galaxy Camera 4G (16MP) is pretty comparable and they feature the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The SZ10 was revealed 2 years later than the Galaxy Camera 4G and that is a fairly serious difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go straight into a complete comparison, below is a brief summary of how the SZ10 scores versus the Galaxy Camera 4G in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

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Reasons to pick Panasonic SZ10 over the Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G

 SZ10 Galaxy Camera 4G 
LaunchedJanuary 2015August 2012Fresher by 29 months
Screen typeTiltingFixed Tilting screen
Screen resolution460k0kClearer screen (+460k dot)

Reasons to pick Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G over the Panasonic SZ10

 Galaxy Camera 4G SZ10 
Screen dimension4.8"3"Bigger screen (+1.8")
Touch screen Quickly navigate

Common features in the Panasonic SZ10 and Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G

 SZ10 Galaxy Camera 4G 
Manually focus No manual focusing
Selfie screen No selfie screen

Panasonic SZ10 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G Physical Comparison

If you are looking to carry your camera frequently, you'll need to think about its weight and proportions. The Panasonic SZ10 has got outer measurements of 99mm x 60mm x 30mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.2") along with a weight of 177 grams (0.39 lbs) while the Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G has measurements of 129mm x 71mm x 19mm (5.1" x 2.8" x 0.7") with a weight of 305 grams (0.67 lbs).

Contrast the Panasonic SZ10 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are utilising at that time. Following is the front view dimensions comparison of the SZ10 vs the Galaxy Camera 4G.

Panasonic SZ10 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G size comparison

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the SZ10 and Galaxy Camera 4G is 93 and 90 respectively.

Panasonic SZ10 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G top view buttons comparison

Panasonic SZ10 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G Sensor Comparison

In many cases, it is very tough to envision the gap in sensor sizing merely by seeing specifications. The visual underneath will help offer you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the SZ10 and Galaxy Camera 4G.

To sum up, each of these cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the same exact resolution therefore you can expect comparable quality of files although you will need to take the age of the cameras into account. The fresher SZ10 is going to have an advantage with regard to sensor innovation.

Panasonic SZ10 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G sensor size comparison

Panasonic SZ10 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G Screen and ViewFinder

Panasonic SZ10 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G Screen and Viewfinder comparison
Photography Glossary

Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Panasonic SZ10 Portrait photography factors
Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G Portrait photography factors
35
decent megapixels (16 megapixels)
provides face detection focus
lack of manual focus
no manual control
external flash not possible
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
30
sensor resolution is decent (16MP)
lack of manual focus
no manual mode
cannot use external flash
small sensor (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW files
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Street Comparison

Panasonic SZ10 as a Street photography camera
Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G as a Street photography camera
70
screen tilts
built in image stabilization (Optical)
lighter than competition in class (177 grams)
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
61
built in image stabilization (Optical)
lighter than average in class (305g)
fixed screen
small sensor (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW files
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Sports Comparison

Panasonic SZ10 Sports photography information
Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G Sports photography information
34
built in image stabilization (Optical)
decent megapixels (16 megapixels)
max fps very slow (1.4 fps)
no shutter priority mode
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
low battery power (200 per charge)
lacks phase detect auto focus
44
incredible zoom range (23-481mm 20.9 x zoom)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
sensor resolution is decent (16MP)
lack of shutter priority mode
small sensor (1/2.3")
doesn't have phase detect auto focus
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Travel Comparison

Panasonic SZ10 Travel photography factors
Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G Travel photography factors
67
lighter than competition in class (177 grams)
decent megapixels (16MP)
flash built-in
really wide (24mm)
great reach (288mm)
does not have Time Lapse mode
low battery power (200 shots)
doesn't have selfie friendly screen
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.1)
72
lighter than average in class (305 grams)
sensor resolution is decent (16MP)
reasonably wide (23mm)
long zoom (481mm)
great maximum aperture (f)
doesn't have Timelapse mode
screen isn't selfie friendly
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Landscape Comparison

Panasonic SZ10 as a Landscape photography camera
Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G as a Landscape photography camera
41
really wide (24mm)
decent sized screen (3")
built in image stabilization (Optical)
decent megapixels (16 megapixels)
lack of manual focus
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.1)
no manual control
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
low battery power (200 CIPA)
does not have Time Lapse mode
47
reasonably wide (23mm)
great maximum aperture (f)
big screen (4.8")
built in image stabilization (Optical)
sensor resolution is decent (16 megapixels)
lack of manual focus
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
no manual mode
small sensor (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW files
doesn't have Timelapse mode
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Vlogging Comparison

Panasonic SZ10 Vlogging advice
Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G Vlogging advice
32
really wide (24mm)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
provides face detection focus
lighter than competition in class (177g)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.1)
doesn't have selfie friendly screen
low quality video (1280 x 720 pxls)
does not have external mic port
36
reasonably wide (23mm)
great maximum aperture (f)
touchscreen enabled
built in image stabilization (Optical)
high quality video (1920 x 1080 resolution)
lighter than average in class (305 grams)
screen isn't selfie friendly
doesn't have external microphone support
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Panasonic SZ10 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Panasonic SZ10 and Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G
 Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ10Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G
General Information
Brand Name Panasonic Samsung
Model Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ10 Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G
Type Small Sensor Superzoom Small Sensor Superzoom
Launched 2015-01-06 2012-08-29
Physical type Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Chip - 1.4GHz Quad-Core
Sensor type CCD BSI-CMOS
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor measurements 6.08 x 4.56mm 6.17 x 4.55mm
Sensor area 27.7mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 16 megapixels 16 megapixels
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 -
Highest Possible resolution 4608 x 3456 -
Maximum native ISO 1600 3200
Maximum enhanced ISO 6400 -
Min native ISO 100 100
RAW photos
Autofocusing
Manual focus
AF touch
AF continuous
AF single
Tracking AF
Selective AF
AF center weighted
Multi area AF
AF live view
Face detection AF
Contract detection AF
Phase detection AF
Number of focus points 9 -
Lens
Lens mount fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range 24-288mm (12.0x) 23-481mm (20.9x)
Maximum aperture f/3.1-6.3 -
Crop factor 5.9 5.8
Screen
Type of screen Tilting Fixed Type
Screen sizing 3 inches 4.8 inches
Screen resolution 460 thousand dots 0 thousand dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch operation
Screen tech - 308 ppi, HD Super Clear Touch Display
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None None
Features
Min shutter speed 8s -
Max shutter speed 1/2000s -
Continuous shutter rate 1.4 frames/s -
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Set WB
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash range 5.20 m no built-in flash
Flash options Auto, auto w/redeye reduction, on, slow sync w/redeye, off no built-in flash
Hot shoe
Auto exposure bracketing
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment exposure
Average exposure
Spot exposure
Partial exposure
AF area exposure
Center weighted exposure
Video features
Video resolutions 1280 x 720 (30p), 640 x 480 (30p), 320 x 240 (30p) 1920 x 1080
Maximum video resolution 1280x720 1920x1080
Video format Motion JPEG MPEG-4, H.264
Microphone support
Headphone support
Connectivity
Wireless Built-In Built-In
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) none
GPS None BuiltIn
Physical
Environment sealing
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 177g (0.39 lb) 305g (0.67 lb)
Dimensions 99 x 60 x 30mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.2") 129 x 71 x 19mm (5.1" x 2.8" x 0.7")
DXO scores
DXO Overall score not tested not tested
DXO Color Depth score not tested not tested
DXO Dynamic range score not tested not tested
DXO Low light score not tested not tested
Other
Battery life 200 pictures -
Style of battery Battery Pack -
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec) -
Time lapse recording
Type of storage SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal micro SD/micro SDHC/micro SDXC
Card slots Single Single
Pricing at release $200 $550