Panasonic ZS45 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G

Below, we are evaluating the Panasonic ZS45 versus Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by competitors Panasonic and Samsung. The image resolution of the ZS45 (16MP) and the Galaxy Camera 3G (16MP) is very close and they come with the exact same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The ZS45 was introduced 2 years after the Galaxy Camera 3G which is a fairly big gap as far as camera technology is concerned. The two cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go straight into a detailed comparison, below is a brief overview of how the ZS45 matches up vs the Galaxy Camera 3G in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS45 and Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G. The whole galleries are viewable at Panasonic ZS45 Gallery and Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Gallery.

For anybody who is aiming to carry around your camera often, you will need to think about its weight and measurements. The Panasonic ZS45 has got outside measurements of 108mm x 60mm x 32mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.3") with a weight of 249 grams (0.55 lbs) while the Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G has proportions of 129mm x 71mm x 19mm (5.1" x 2.8" x 0.7") along with a weight of 305 grams (0.67 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you select during that time. The following is the front view measurements comparison of the ZS45 versus the Galaxy Camera 3G.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the ZS45 and Galaxy Camera 3G is 91 and 90 respectively.

Normally, its tough to envision the gap in sensor sizes simply by looking through specs. The picture underneath will offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the ZS45 and Galaxy Camera 3G.

All in all, both of the cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements and the identical resolution so you should expect comparable quality of pictures but you should always take the production date of the cameras into account. The newer ZS45 will have an advantage when it comes to sensor innovation.