Panasonic ZS8 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G

Below is a extensive review of the Panasonic ZS8 and Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by companies Panasonic and Samsung. The resolution of the ZS8 (14MP) and the Galaxy Camera 3G (16MP) is pretty well matched and they feature the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The ZS8 was introduced 13 months earlier than the Galaxy Camera 3G which makes the cameras a generation apart from each other. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving in to a detailed comparison, below is a quick introduction of how the ZS8 grades versus the Galaxy Camera 3G for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS8 & Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G. The whole galleries are available at Panasonic ZS8 Gallery & Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to lug around your camera frequently, you need to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic ZS8 offers external measurements of 105mm x 58mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") along with a weight of 210 grams (0.46 lbs) while the Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G has dimensions of 129mm x 71mm x 19mm (5.1" x 2.8" x 0.7") having a weight of 305 grams (0.67 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you have chosen at that moment. Following is the front view over all size comparison of the ZS8 and the Galaxy Camera 3G.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the ZS8 and Galaxy Camera 3G is 92 and 90 respectively.

Often, it is tough to visualize the gap between sensor measurements only by looking at a spec sheet. The graphic here may provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the ZS8 and Galaxy Camera 3G.

Clearly, both the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit different megapixels. You can expect the Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G to give you more detail using its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also help you crop photographs a little more aggressively. The older ZS8 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor tech.