Panasonic FH1 vs Samsung SL102

Its time to take a closer look at the Panasonic FH1 and Samsung SL102, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by manufacturers Panasonic and Samsung. The resolution of the FH1 (12MP) and the SL102 (10MP) is very well matched and both cameras posses the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The FH1 was launched 13 months after the SL102 making them a generation away from each other. The two cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before diving into a full comparison, here is a short summary of how the FH1 grades versus the SL102 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH1 and Samsung SL102. The complete galleries are provided at Panasonic FH1 Gallery and Samsung SL102 Gallery.

For anybody who is planning to travel with your camera often, you will need to think about its weight and volume. The Panasonic FH1 provides physical dimensions of 98mm x 55mm x 23mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 163 grams (0.36 lbs) and the Samsung SL102 has sizing of 90mm x 59mm x 22mm (3.5" x 2.3" x 0.9") with a weight of 116 grams (0.26 lbs).

Take a look at the Panasonic FH1 and Samsung SL102 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are using during that time. Underneath is a front view physical size comparison of the FH1 vs the SL102.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the FH1 and SL102 is 95 and 96 respectively.

In many cases, it is tough to visualize the contrast between sensor dimensions simply by looking at a spec sheet. The pic underneath may offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the FH1 and SL102.

As you can see, each of the cameras have the same sensor dimensions but different resolution. You should expect to see the Panasonic FH1 to resolve more detail utilizing its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also let you crop pics a bit more aggressively. The more recent FH1 provides a benefit in sensor innovation.