Samsung Galaxy Camera
Score: 88/100
Panasonic Lumix ZS70
Score: 88/100Rankings
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.
The Panasonic LUMIX ZS70S blends a 30× zoom, 4K video, and a high-resolution EVF into a pocket-sized body, making it a versatile travel and vlog camera. Its small sensor and lack of external mic keep it from being a professional tool, but it offers strong stabilization and creative 4K Photo modes.
| 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 | 10 fps | |
225 shots | 380 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(2) | ||
Video Resolution (p) | 1080 p | 3840x2160 p |
Continuous Shooting Speed (fps) | 120 fps | 10 fps |
Battery & Power(1) | ||
Battery Life (shots) (shots) | 225 shots | 380 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 | 1040000 dots |
Connectivity(1) | ||
USB Port Type | microUSB | Micro-USB |
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.
CameraDecision and Filmtools rank the ZS70S as a top-tier travel zoom, praising its 30× optical zoom, 4K video, high-resolution EVF and tilting screen, while noting sensor size and lack of mic input as trade-offs.
Users love the massive zoom, 5-axis stabilization and selfie-friendly screen, but often mention low-light image quality, the tiny EVF and missing external mic as drawbacks.
“Exceptionally long 30× zoom in a compact body.”
“The 4K video quality is excellent for travel vlogs.”
“Wish it had a mic jack for better audio.”
