Panasonic SZ8 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G

The following is a thorough review of the Panasonic SZ8 versus Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by companies Panasonic and Samsung. The resolution of the SZ8 (16MP) and the Galaxy Camera 4G (16MP) is very similar and they enjoy the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

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The SZ8 was revealed 17 months after the Galaxy Camera 4G making the cameras a generation away from each other. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting in to a step-by-step comparison, below is a simple summation of how the SZ8 matches up against the Galaxy Camera 4G in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ8 & Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G. The full galleries are provided at Panasonic SZ8 Gallery & Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G Gallery.

If you are going to travel with your camera often, you'll need to take into account its weight and size. The Panasonic SZ8 has got exterior measurements of 100mm x 60mm x 27mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") and a weight of 159 grams (0.35 lbs) whilst the Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G has specifications of 129mm x 71mm x 19mm (5.1" x 2.8" x 0.7") with a weight of 305 grams (0.67 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are working with at that time. Underneath is the front view scale comparison of the SZ8 against the Galaxy Camera 4G.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the SZ8 and Galaxy Camera 4G is 94 and 90 respectively.

Usually, it's tough to see the difference between sensor dimensions simply by reviewing specs. The picture here will help give you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the SZ8 and Galaxy Camera 4G.

As you can plainly see, both of those cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the exact same megapixels and you can expect similar quality of pictures although you need to factor the age of the products into consideration. The more recent SZ8 is going to have an advantage in sensor innovation.