Panasonic TS10 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G

The following is a extensive analysis of the Panasonic TS10 and Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G, one is a Waterproof and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals Panasonic and Samsung. The resolution of the TS10 (14MP) and the Galaxy Camera 3G (16MP) is fairly similar and both cameras posses the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The TS10 was introduced 3 years before the Galaxy Camera 3G which is quite a big gap as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before delving into a complete comparison, here is a simple view of how the TS10 scores against the Galaxy Camera 3G with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS10 and Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G. The whole galleries are available at Panasonic TS10 Gallery and Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Gallery.

For those who are going to travel with your camera regularly, you will need to factor in its weight and measurements. The Panasonic TS10 enjoys outer dimensions of 99mm x 63mm x 24mm (3.9" x 2.5" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 188 grams (0.41 lbs) whilst the Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G has proportions of 129mm x 71mm x 19mm (5.1" x 2.8" x 0.7") along with a weight of 305 grams (0.67 lbs).

Contrast the Panasonic TS10 and Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you select at that time. Here is a front view dimension comparison of the TS10 against the Galaxy Camera 3G.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the TS10 and Galaxy Camera 3G is 93 and 90 respectively.

Generally, it can be hard to imagine the gap between sensor dimensions purely by reviewing specs. The picture below will help give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the TS10 and Galaxy Camera 3G.

All in all, both the cameras come with the identical sensor size but different resolution. You should anticipate the Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G to deliver greater detail using its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will make it easier to crop pics a good deal more aggressively. The more aged TS10 is going to be behind in sensor tech.