Panasonic SZ5 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G
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Panasonic SZ5 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Expand to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-250mm (F3.1-5.9) lens
- 136g - 104 x 58 x 21mm
- Announced July 2012
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 4.8" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 23-481mm (F) lens
- 305g - 129 x 71 x 19mm
- Introduced August 2012
Panasonic SZ5 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G Overview
Let's look closer at the Panasonic SZ5 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands Panasonic and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the SZ5 (14MP) and the Galaxy Camera 4G (16MP) is very comparable and both cameras offer the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").
Japan-exclusive Leica Leitz Phone 3 features big sensor and new modesThe SZ5 was announced within a month of the Galaxy Camera 4G which means that they are both of a similar age. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before delving straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a concise highlight of how the SZ5 grades vs the Galaxy Camera 4G in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Panasonic SZ5 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ5 & Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G. The whole galleries are viewable at Panasonic SZ5 Gallery & Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic SZ5 over the Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G
SZ5 | Galaxy Camera 4G | |||
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Display resolution | 230k | 0k | Crisper display (+230k dot) |
Reasons to pick Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G over the Panasonic SZ5
Galaxy Camera 4G | SZ5 | |||
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Display size | 4.8" | 3" | Larger display (+1.8") | |
Touch display | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Panasonic SZ5 and Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G
SZ5 | Galaxy Camera 4G | |||
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Introduced | July 2012 | August 2012 | Same age | |
Focus manually | Lack of manual focusing | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Selfie screen | Lack of selfie screen |
Panasonic SZ5 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G Physical Comparison
For those who are planning to carry your camera often, you will want to factor in its weight and measurements. The Panasonic SZ5 enjoys outer measurements of 104mm x 58mm x 21mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 136 grams (0.30 lbs) while the Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G has proportions of 129mm x 71mm x 19mm (5.1" x 2.8" x 0.7") with a weight of 305 grams (0.67 lbs).
Look at the Panasonic SZ5 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are utilising at that time. Below is a front view dimensions comparison of the SZ5 versus the Galaxy Camera 4G.
Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the SZ5 and Galaxy Camera 4G is 95 and 90 respectively.
Panasonic SZ5 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it is tough to see the gap in sensor sizing merely by checking out technical specs. The visual underneath will provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the SZ5 and Galaxy Camera 4G.
As you can tell, both cameras feature the identical sensor size but not the same MP. You can expect to see the Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G to show greater detail with its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also help you crop photos way more aggressively.
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Panasonic SZ5 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ5 | Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Panasonic | Samsung |
Model type | Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ5 | Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Announced | 2012-07-18 | 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 surface area | 27.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | - |
Full resolution | 4320 x 3240 | - |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Max boosted ISO | 6400 | - |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Total focus points | 23 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 25-250mm (10.0x) | 23-481mm (20.9x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.1-5.9 | - |
Macro focusing range | 5cm | - |
Crop factor | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3 inches | 4.8 inches |
Resolution of screen | 230k dots | 0k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Screen tech | TFT Screen LCD | 308 ppi, HD Super Clear Touch Display |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 8s | - |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/1600s | - |
Continuous shooting rate | 2.0fps | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 5.60 m | no built-in flash |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | no built-in flash |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720p ( 30,25 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 25 fps) | 1920 x 1080 |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | MPEG-4 | 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 proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 136 gr (0.30 lb) | 305 gr (0.67 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 104 x 58 x 21mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") | 129 x 71 x 19mm (5.1" x 2.8" x 0.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 | 250 photos | - |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs) | - |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | micro SD/micro SDHC/micro SDXC |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch pricing | $195 | $550 |