Panasonic FH2 vs Samsung TL100
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Panasonic FH2 vs Samsung TL100 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-112mm (F3.1-6.5) lens
- 121g - 94 x 54 x 19mm
- Released January 2011
- Alternative Name is Lumix DMC-FS16
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Digital Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 35-105mm (F3.0-5.6) lens
- 219g - 105 x 61 x 37mm
- Introduced January 2009
- Additionally referred to as ST50
Panasonic FH2 vs Samsung TL100 Overview
Following is a comprehensive analysis of the Panasonic FH2 and Samsung TL100, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by companies Panasonic and Samsung. The resolution of the FH2 (14MP) and the TL100 (12MP) is very close and they possess the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").
Body cameras now worn by bakery staff to deter stealingThe FH2 was unveiled 2 years after the TL100 which is a fairly serious gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before we go straight into a more detailed comparison, below is a concise view of how the FH2 scores vs the TL100 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Panasonic FH2 vs Samsung TL100 Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH2 and Samsung TL100. The full galleries are available at Panasonic FH2 Gallery and Samsung TL100 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic FH2 over the Samsung TL100
FH2 | TL100 | |||
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Introduced | January 2011 | January 2009 | More modern by 25 months |
Reasons to pick Samsung TL100 over the Panasonic FH2
TL100 | FH2 |
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Common features in the Panasonic FH2 and Samsung TL100
FH2 | TL100 | |||
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Focus manually | Lack of manual focus | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display sizing | 2.7" | 2.7" | Equivalent display sizing | |
Display resolution | 230k | 230k | Same display resolution | |
Selfie screen | Lack of selfie screen | |||
Touch display | Lack of Touch display |
Panasonic FH2 vs Samsung TL100 Physical Comparison
If you are intending to carry around your camera frequently, you should think about its weight and measurements. The Panasonic FH2 offers exterior dimensions of 94mm x 54mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.7") with a weight of 121 grams (0.27 lbs) and the Samsung TL100 has proportions of 105mm x 61mm x 37mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.5") with a weight of 219 grams (0.48 lbs).
Take a look at the Panasonic FH2 and Samsung TL100 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you use during that time. The following is the front view dimension comparison of the FH2 vs the TL100.
Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the FH2 and TL100 is 96 and 91 respectively.
Panasonic FH2 vs Samsung TL100 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it is very tough to visualize the gap in sensor sizes purely by researching technical specs. The pic here may offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the FH2 and TL100.
As you can tell, both the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but different MP. You should expect to see the Panasonic FH2 to provide you with greater detail having an extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also make it easier to crop pics far more aggressively. The younger FH2 provides a benefit with regard to sensor technology.
Panasonic FH2 vs Samsung TL100 Screen and ViewFinder
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Panasonic FH2 vs Samsung TL100 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH2 | Samsung TL100 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Panasonic | Samsung |
Model type | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH2 | Samsung TL100 |
Also called | Lumix DMC-FS16 | ST50 |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Released | 2011-01-05 | 2009-01-08 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | Venus Engine IV | - |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 27.7mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 16:9, 4:3 and 3:2 |
Maximum resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4000 x 3000 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Total focus points | 11 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-112mm (4.0x) | 35-105mm (3.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.1-6.5 | f/3.0-5.6 |
Macro focusing range | 5cm | 10cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 2.7" | 2.7" |
Display resolution | 230k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 60s | 1s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/1600s | 1/1500s |
Continuous shooting rate | 4.0 frames per sec | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.30 m | - |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction | Auto, Auto & Red-eye reduction, Fill-in flash, Slow sync, Flash off, Red eye fix |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 800 x 592 (20 fps) , 640 x 480 (30,15 fps) , 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 640x480 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 121 gr (0.27 pounds) | 219 gr (0.48 pounds) |
Dimensions | 94 x 54 x 19mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.7") | 105 x 61 x 37mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.5") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 270 images | - |
Battery type | Battery Pack | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2, 10 or Custom) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/MMC/SDHC card |
Card slots | One | One |
Retail cost | $149 | $22 |