Panasonic ZS3 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera

Below is a extended assessment of the Panasonic ZS3 and Samsung Galaxy Camera, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by manufacturers Panasonic and Samsung. There is a significant difference among the resolutions of the ZS3 (10MP) and Galaxy Camera (16MP) but both cameras provide the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The ZS3 was introduced 4 years prior to the Galaxy Camera and that is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before we go right into a full comparison, here is a short view of how the ZS3 grades versus the Galaxy Camera with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS3 and Samsung Galaxy Camera. The whole galleries are available at Panasonic ZS3 Gallery and Samsung Galaxy Camera Gallery.

For anybody who is planning to lug around your camera frequently, you'll have to factor in its weight and measurements. The Panasonic ZS3 comes with external dimensions of 103mm x 60mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") along with a weight of 229 grams (0.50 lbs) and the Samsung Galaxy Camera has proportions of 129mm x 71mm x 19mm (5.1" x 2.8" x 0.7") having a weight of 300 grams (0.66 lbs).

Look at the Panasonic ZS3 and Samsung Galaxy Camera in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are using during that time. Below is a front view dimension comparison of the ZS3 versus the Galaxy Camera.

Using size and weight, the portability score of the ZS3 and Galaxy Camera is 91 and 90 respectively.

Usually, it is very tough to see the contrast in sensor measurements simply by seeing a spec sheet. The photograph below will give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the ZS3 and Galaxy Camera.

As you can see, both of the cameras feature the identical sensor size but not the same MP. You should expect to see the Samsung Galaxy Camera to provide greater detail using its extra 6MP. Greater resolution will also help you crop photos way more aggressively. The older ZS3 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.