Panasonic ZS30 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G

On this page, we are matching up the Panasonic ZS30 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by manufacturers Panasonic and Samsung. The resolution of the ZS30 (18MP) and the Galaxy Camera 3G (16MP) is very close and both cameras boast the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The ZS30 was revealed 5 months later than the Galaxy Camera 3G which means that they are both of a similar generation. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before going straight to a detailed comparison, here is a short view of how the ZS30 scores vs the Galaxy Camera 3G in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS30 and Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G. The full galleries are viewable at Panasonic ZS30 Gallery and Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Gallery.

When you are aiming to lug around your camera frequently, you will have to take into account its weight and volume. The Panasonic ZS30 comes with external measurements of 105mm x 59mm x 28mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") with a weight of 198 grams (0.44 lbs) and the Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G has sizing of 129mm x 71mm x 19mm (5.1" x 2.8" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 305 grams (0.67 lbs).

Look at the Panasonic ZS30 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are using at that time. The following is a front view over all size comparison of the ZS30 and the Galaxy Camera 3G.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the ZS30 and Galaxy Camera 3G is 92 and 90 respectively.

Quite often, it is difficult to imagine the difference in sensor measurements simply by looking through specifications. The photograph below will help give you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the ZS30 and Galaxy Camera 3G.

Plainly, both cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but different megapixels. You should expect to see the Panasonic ZS30 to render more detail because of its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also make it easier to crop images more aggressively.