Panasonic FP1 vs Samsung PL120
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Panasonic FP1 vs Samsung PL120 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 35-140mm (F3.5-5.9) lens
- 151g - 99 x 59 x 19mm
- Introduced January 2010
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 0 - 3200
- 1280 x 720 video
- ()mm (F) lens
- n/ag - 94 x 54 x 19mm
- Released January 2011
Panasonic FP1 vs Samsung PL120 Overview
Here is a complete analysis of the Panasonic FP1 vs Samsung PL120, both Ultracompact cameras by brands Panasonic and Samsung. The resolution of the FP1 (12MP) and the PL120 (14MP) is fairly comparable and both cameras posses the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").
Google AI Gemini Could Enhance iPhone Experience, Talks SuggestThe FP1 was unveiled 12 months prior to the PL120 so they are both of a similar age. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Ultracompact).
Before we go straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a simple overview of how the FP1 scores vs the PL120 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Panasonic FP1 vs Samsung PL120 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP1 & Samsung PL120. The full galleries are viewable at Panasonic FP1 Gallery & Samsung PL120 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic FP1 over the Samsung PL120
FP1 | PL120 |
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Reasons to pick Samsung PL120 over the Panasonic FP1
PL120 | FP1 | |||
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Released | January 2011 | January 2010 | Fresher by 12 months |
Common features in the Panasonic FP1 and Samsung PL120
FP1 | PL120 | |||
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Manually focus | Lack of manual focusing | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display size | 2.7" | 2.7" | Same display sizing | |
Display resolution | 230k | 230k | Identical display resolution | |
Selfie screen | Lacking selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly display | Neither comes with Touch friendly display |
Panasonic FP1 vs Samsung PL120 Physical Comparison
In case you're looking to carry your camera regularly, you are going to need to factor in its weight and volume. The Panasonic FP1 comes with exterior measurements of 99mm x 59mm x 19mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.7") with a weight of 151 grams (0.33 lbs) while the Samsung PL120 has sizing of 94mm x 54mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).
Look at the Panasonic FP1 vs Samsung PL120 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you have at that moment. The following is a front view measurement comparison of the FP1 vs the PL120.
Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the FP1 and PL120 is 95 and 99 respectively.
Panasonic FP1 vs Samsung PL120 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it's tough to imagine the gap in sensor sizing only by checking out specs. The photograph here will help offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the FP1 and PL120.
As you can plainly see, both of these cameras come with the identical sensor size but different MP. You can anticipate the Samsung PL120 to show extra detail having an extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also help you crop pics a good deal more aggressively. The older FP1 will be behind in sensor technology.
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Panasonic FP1 vs Samsung PL120 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP1 | Samsung PL120 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Panasonic | Samsung |
Model type | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP1 | Samsung PL120 |
Type | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Introduced | 2010-01-06 | 2011-01-05 |
Body design | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
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 | 6.16 x 4.62mm |
Sensor area | 27.7mm² | 28.5mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 14 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | - |
Highest Possible resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 80 | - |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Total focus points | 9 | - |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 35-140mm (4.0x) | () |
Maximal aperture | f/3.5-5.9 | - |
Macro focusing distance | 10cm | - |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 2.7 inch | 2.7 inch |
Resolution of screen | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 60 seconds | 8 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/1600 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | 6.0fps | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 4.90 m (Auto ISO) | - |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro | - |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | - |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | none |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 151g (0.33 lbs) | - |
Physical dimensions | 99 x 59 x 19mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.7") | 94 x 54 x 19mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 | ||
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | - |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | - |
Storage slots | One | - |
Launch price | $153 | $150 |