Panasonic ZR3 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G
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Panasonic ZR3 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-200mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 159g - 98 x 55 x 26mm
- Released January 2010
- Also Known as Lumix DMC-ZX3
(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
- Revealed August 2012

Panasonic ZR3 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Overview
The following is a comprehensive overview of the Panasonic ZR3 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals Panasonic and Samsung. The resolution of the ZR3 (14MP) and the Galaxy Camera 3G (16MP) is very comparable and they use the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The ZR3 was unveiled 3 years prior to the Galaxy Camera 3G which is a fairly big difference as far as camera technology is concerned. The two cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before we go straight into a in depth comparison, below is a short summation of how the ZR3 matches up against the Galaxy Camera 3G for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Panasonic ZR3 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZR3 & Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G. The full galleries are provided at Panasonic ZR3 Gallery & Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic ZR3 over the Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G
ZR3 | Galaxy Camera 3G | |||
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Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 0k | Crisper display (+230k dot) |
Reasons to pick Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G over the Panasonic ZR3
Galaxy Camera 3G | ZR3 | |||
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Revealed | August 2012 | ![]() | January 2010 | Newer by 31 months |
Display dimension | 4.8" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+2.1") |
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Panasonic ZR3 and Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G
ZR3 | Galaxy Camera 3G | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Lack of manual focus | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither provides selfie screen |
Panasonic ZR3 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Physical Comparison
When you are intending to travel with your camera frequently, you are going to need to factor its weight and size. The Panasonic ZR3 provides external measurements of 98mm x 55mm x 26mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") along with a weight of 159 grams (0.35 lbs) and the Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G has specifications of 129mm x 71mm x 19mm (5.1" x 2.8" x 0.7") and a weight of 305 grams (0.67 lbs).
Compare the Panasonic ZR3 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you select at the time. Here is the front view physical size comparison of the ZR3 against the Galaxy Camera 3G.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the ZR3 and Galaxy Camera 3G is 94 and 90 respectively.

Panasonic ZR3 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it can be tough to visualize the difference in sensor dimensions just by checking out specs. The picture underneath may offer you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the ZR3 and Galaxy Camera 3G.
All in all, the 2 cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements but different resolution. You can expect to see the Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G to provide greater detail having an extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop pics somewhat more aggressively. The more aged ZR3 will be behind in sensor tech.

Panasonic ZR3 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Screen and ViewFinder


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Panasonic ZR3 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZR3 | Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Panasonic | Samsung |
Model type | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZR3 | Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G |
Alternative name | Lumix DMC-ZX3 | - |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Released | 2010-01-26 | 2012-08-29 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | Venus Engine HD II | 1.4GHz Quad-Core |
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 27.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14MP | 16MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | - |
Maximum resolution | 4320 x 3240 | - |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Total focus points | 11 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 25-200mm (8.0x) | 23-481mm (20.9x) |
Max aperture | f/3.3-5.9 | - |
Macro focusing distance | 3cm | - |
Crop factor | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 2.7 inch | 4.8 inch |
Resolution of screen | 230 thousand dot | 0 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Screen technology | - | 308 ppi, HD Super Clear Touch Display |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 60s | - |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/1300s | - |
Continuous shooting speed | 2.0 frames/s | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 5.30 m | no built-in flash |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro | no built-in flash |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | AVCHD Lite | 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 | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 159g (0.35 pounds) | 305g (0.67 pounds) |
Dimensions | 98 x 55 x 26mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") | 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 | ||
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | - |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | micro SD/micro SDHC/micro SDXC |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch price | $280 | $606 |