Panasonic ZS5 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 2

Here is a detailed review of the Panasonic ZS5 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 2, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by competitors Panasonic and Samsung. There is a huge difference between the resolutions of the ZS5 (12MP) and Galaxy Camera 2 (16MP) but both cameras have the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The ZS5 was launched 4 years prior to the Galaxy Camera 2 and that is quite a significant gap as far as tech is concerned. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before going into a in-depth comparison, here is a brief overview of how the ZS5 matches up versus the Galaxy Camera 2 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS5 and Samsung Galaxy Camera 2. The complete galleries are provided at Panasonic ZS5 Gallery and Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 Gallery.

For those who are intending to carry your camera often, you're going to have to consider its weight and size. The Panasonic ZS5 enjoys exterior dimensions of 103mm x 60mm x 32mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") and a weight of 214 grams (0.47 lbs) while the Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 has specifications of 133mm x 71mm x 19mm (5.2" x 2.8" x 0.7") along with a weight of 283 grams (0.62 lbs).

Contrast the Panasonic ZS5 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you select at the time. Underneath is a front view dimension comparison of the ZS5 versus the Galaxy Camera 2.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the ZS5 and Galaxy Camera 2 is 92 and 90 respectively.

Generally, it can be hard to visualize the contrast between sensor sizing just by reading specifications. The photograph here will help give you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the ZS5 and Galaxy Camera 2.

To sum up, both of the cameras feature the identical sensor size but different megapixels. You should expect to see the Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 to offer greater detail utilizing its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also let you crop images way more aggressively. The older ZS5 is going to be behind in sensor innovation.