Samsung Galaxy Camera
Score: 88/100
Panasonic DC-ZS99K
Score: 95/100Rankings
The Panasonic LUMIX ZS99 is a travel-focused point-and-shoot with a massive 30× zoom, 4K video, and a flip-up touchscreen, packaged in a compact body. While its sensor is small and battery life modest, it offers strong stabilization and modern connectivity.
The Samsung Galaxy Camera EK-GC110 blends a 21× optical-zoom compact with Android 4.1/4.2, offering a large 4.8" HD touchscreen, full Google Play access and Full HD video. While its sensor size and battery life limit image quality and endurance, it excels at connectivity and creative flexibility for casual travelers.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
16.3 MP | 20.3 MPbest | |
0.43 inchesbest | 0.43 inchesbest | |
21 x | 30 xbest | |
| ↓ lower better | 2.8 fbest | 3.3 f |
3,200 ISO | 6,400 ISObest | |
1,080 pbest | — | |
120 fpsbest | — | |
225 shots | 280 shotsbest |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
Image Quality(4) | ||
Megapixels (MP) | 16.3 MP | 20.3 MP |
Optical Zoom (x) | 21 x | 30 x |
Maximum Aperture (f) | 2.8 f | 3.3 f |
Maximum ISO (ISO) | 3200 ISO | 6400 ISO |
Video(1) | ||
Video Resolution (p) | 1080 p | 3840x2160 p |
Battery & Power(1) | ||
Battery Life (shots) (shots) | 225 shots | 280 shots |
Build & Design(1) | ||
Weight (g) | 300 g | 322 g |
Display(2) | ||
Screen Size (in) | 4.8 in | 3.0 in |
Screen Resolution (dots) | 921600 dots | 1843200 dots |
Connectivity(1) | ||
USB Port Type | microUSB | USB-C |
Professional reviewers praised the Galaxy Camera for its bold hybrid design, large HD touchscreen and seamless Android integration, but noted the 1/2.3" sensor hampers image quality and the lack of RAW and front camera keep it from competing with dedicated high-end compacts.
Everyday users love the instant editing and sharing capabilities, the big touchscreen and 21× zoom for travel, but complain about noisy low-light images, limited battery endurance and occasional lag.
Professional reviewers praise the ZS99 for its unrivaled 30× zoom, pocketable form factor, versatile 4K video and photo capabilities, but criticize the small sensor and lack of a viewfinder.
Users love the travel friendliness, flip-up screen and smooth 4K video, yet complain about soft images at full zoom, no viewfinder, and quick battery drain with Wi-Fi active.
“Perfect for travel-fits in my pocket and zooms in on distant landmarks”
“Love the flip screen for selfies and vlogging”
“4K video is smooth and the stabilization works well”
