Panasonic XS1 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 2

Let's look more closely at the Panasonic XS1 and Samsung Galaxy Camera 2, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals Panasonic and Samsung. The image resolution of the XS1 (16MP) and the Galaxy Camera 2 (16MP) is fairly well matched and both cameras provide the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The XS1 was brought out 12 months earlier than the Galaxy Camera 2 which means that they are both of a similar age. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before going right into a complete comparison, here is a simple highlight of how the XS1 scores versus the Galaxy Camera 2 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-XS1 & Samsung Galaxy Camera 2. The entire galleries are available at Panasonic XS1 Gallery & Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 Gallery.

For anyone who is planning to carry your camera regularly, you'll have to think about its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic XS1 features outside dimensions of 94mm x 54mm x 14mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.6") accompanied by a weight of 103 grams (0.23 lbs) whilst the Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 has dimensions of 133mm x 71mm x 19mm (5.2" x 2.8" x 0.7") and a weight of 283 grams (0.62 lbs).

Examine the Panasonic XS1 and Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are employing at that time. Here is a front view scale comparison of the XS1 compared to the Galaxy Camera 2.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the XS1 and Galaxy Camera 2 is 97 and 90 respectively.

Normally, it is hard to see the gap between sensor sizing just by checking specs. The visual underneath will offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the XS1 and Galaxy Camera 2.

As you can plainly see, both of those cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the identical resolution therefore you can expect similar quality of pictures however you should really factor the launch date of the products into consideration. The older XS1 is going to be behind in sensor innovation.