Panasonic ZS15 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G

Let's take a deeper look at the Panasonic ZS15 and Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by brands Panasonic and Samsung. There is a sizeable difference among the image resolutions of the ZS15 (12MP) and Galaxy Camera 3G (16MP) but both cameras have the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The ZS15 was brought out 2 months earlier than the Galaxy Camera 3G which means that they are of a similar generation. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before getting straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a brief overview of how the ZS15 grades versus the Galaxy Camera 3G with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS15 and Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G. The entire galleries are viewable at Panasonic ZS15 Gallery and Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Gallery.

For those who are going to carry around your camera often, you'll have to consider its weight and proportions. The Panasonic ZS15 enjoys outer measurements of 105mm x 58mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 208 grams (0.46 lbs) while the Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G has measurements of 129mm x 71mm x 19mm (5.1" x 2.8" x 0.7") having a weight of 305 grams (0.67 lbs).

Check out the Panasonic ZS15 and Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you use at that moment. Below is a front view over all size comparison of the ZS15 versus the Galaxy Camera 3G.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the ZS15 and Galaxy Camera 3G is 92 and 90 respectively.

Generally, it is very hard to envision the contrast in sensor sizes only by researching a spec sheet. The image below might offer you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the ZS15 and Galaxy Camera 3G.

Clearly, each of these cameras come with the identical sensor size but not the same MP. You should anticipate the Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G to result in greater detail having its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will make it easier to crop photos a good deal more aggressively.