Panasonic ZS30 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 2

Below is a comprehensive review of the Panasonic ZS30 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 2, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by manufacturers Panasonic and Samsung. The image resolution of the ZS30 (18MP) and the Galaxy Camera 2 (16MP) is pretty close and they use the exact same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The ZS30 was released 12 months prior to the Galaxy Camera 2 so they are both of a similar generation. Both of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go through a more detailed comparison, below is a short highlight of how the ZS30 grades against the Galaxy Camera 2 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS30 and Samsung Galaxy Camera 2. The complete galleries are viewable at Panasonic ZS30 Gallery and Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 Gallery.

For anybody who is aiming to lug around your camera frequently, you will want to consider its weight and size. The Panasonic ZS30 has got outside measurements of 105mm x 59mm x 28mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") with a weight of 198 grams (0.44 lbs) whilst the Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 has specifications of 133mm x 71mm x 19mm (5.2" x 2.8" x 0.7") with a weight of 283 grams (0.62 lbs).

Compare the Panasonic ZS30 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 in the latest 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. Underneath is the front view scale comparison of the ZS30 against the Galaxy Camera 2.

Using size and weight, the portability score of the ZS30 and Galaxy Camera 2 is 92 and 90 respectively.

Usually, it is difficult to picture the contrast in sensor measurements purely by researching a spec sheet. The visual below might give you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the ZS30 and Galaxy Camera 2.

As you can see, each of these cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit different MP. You should expect the Panasonic ZS30 to provide you with more detail as a result of its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will enable you to crop pictures much more aggressively. The older ZS30 will be behind in sensor tech.