Panasonic SZ7 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera
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Panasonic SZ7 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-250mm (F3.1-5.9) lens
- 133g - 99 x 59 x 21mm
- Released January 2012
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 4.8" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 23-481mm (F2.8-5.9) lens
- 300g - 129 x 71 x 19mm
- Introduced February 2013
- Also Known as Wi-Fi

Panasonic SZ7 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera Overview
Here, we are looking at the Panasonic SZ7 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands Panasonic and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the SZ7 (14MP) and the Galaxy Camera (16MP) is fairly well matched and both cameras boast the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

The SZ7 was introduced 13 months prior to the Galaxy Camera making them a generation apart from each other. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before going straight to a thorough comparison, here is a simple view of how the SZ7 grades versus the Galaxy Camera in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Panasonic SZ7 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ7 and Samsung Galaxy Camera. The whole galleries are provided at Panasonic SZ7 Gallery and Samsung Galaxy Camera Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic SZ7 over the Samsung Galaxy Camera
SZ7 | Galaxy Camera |
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Reasons to pick Samsung Galaxy Camera over the Panasonic SZ7
Galaxy Camera | SZ7 | |||
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Introduced | February 2013 | ![]() | January 2012 | Fresher by 13 months |
Focus manually | ![]() | More exact focus | ||
Display size | 4.8" | ![]() | 3" | Larger display (+1.8") |
Display resolution | 922k | ![]() | 460k | Sharper display (+462k dot) |
Touch display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Panasonic SZ7 and Samsung Galaxy Camera
SZ7 | Galaxy Camera | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither offers selfie screen |
Panasonic SZ7 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera Physical Comparison
For anyone who is looking to carry your camera regularly, you're going to have to factor in its weight and size. The Panasonic SZ7 offers external dimensions of 99mm x 59mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") and a weight of 133 grams (0.29 lbs) while the Samsung Galaxy Camera has specifications of 129mm x 71mm x 19mm (5.1" x 2.8" x 0.7") with a weight of 300 grams (0.66 lbs).
Look at the Panasonic SZ7 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you have attached at that time. Here is a front view physical size comparison of the SZ7 and the Galaxy Camera.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the SZ7 and Galaxy Camera is 95 and 90 respectively.

Panasonic SZ7 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it can be difficult to visualize the difference between sensor sizing purely by reading through specifications. The graphic below may offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the SZ7 and Galaxy Camera.
Plainly, both of these cameras feature the identical sensor size but different resolution. You should anticipate the Samsung Galaxy Camera to give more detail using its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop pics way more aggressively. The older SZ7 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor technology.

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Panasonic SZ7 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ7 | Samsung Galaxy Camera | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Panasonic | Samsung |
Model type | Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ7 | Samsung Galaxy Camera |
Other name | - | Wi-Fi |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Released | 2012-01-09 | 2013-02-19 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | - | 1.4GHz Quad-Core |
Sensor type | CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 27.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | - |
Max resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4608 x 3456 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Total focus points | 23 | - |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 25-250mm (10.0x) | 23-481mm (20.9x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.1-5.9 | f/2.8-5.9 |
Macro focusing distance | 4cm | - |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3 inch | 4.8 inch |
Screen resolution | 460k dot | 922k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Screen technology | TFT Color LCD | 308 ppi, HD Super Clear Touch Display |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 8s | 16s |
Max shutter speed | 1/1600s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shutter speed | 10.0fps | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 5.60 m | - |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction | - |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60, 30 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, AVCHD | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | none |
GPS | None | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 133 gr (0.29 pounds) | 300 gr (0.66 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 99 x 59 x 21mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") | 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 | 220 photographs | - |
Battery format | Battery Pack | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | - |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | micro SD/micro SDHC/micro SDXC |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Pricing at release | $199 | $450 |