Panasonic FP3 vs Samsung SL620
95 Imaging
36 Features
25 Overall
31
94 Imaging
34 Features
13 Overall
25
Panasonic FP3 vs Samsung SL620 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 35-140mm (F3.5-5.9) lens
- 155g - 99 x 59 x 19mm
- Launched January 2010
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 1600
- 640 x 480 video
- 35-175mm (F2.8-5.7) lens
- 168g - 92 x 61 x 23mm
- Revealed February 2009
- Alternate Name is PL65
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Lets look a little more closely at the Panasonic FP3 versus Samsung SL620, both Ultracompact digital cameras by brands Panasonic and Samsung. The image resolution of the FP3 (14MP) and the SL620 (12MP) is fairly similar and both cameras offer the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").
Apple Innovates by Creating Next-Level Optical Stabilization for iPhoneThe FP3 was unveiled 11 months later than the SL620 so they are both of a similar generation. Both cameras have the same body design (Ultracompact).
Before going into a full comparison, here is a simple introduction of how the FP3 matches up vs the SL620 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
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Reasons to pick Panasonic FP3 over the Samsung SL620
| FP3 | SL620 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Revealed | January 2010 |  | February 2009 | More recent by 11 months |
| Display dimensions | 3" |  | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
| Touch friendly display |  | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Samsung SL620 over the Panasonic FP3
| SL620 | FP3 |
|---|
Common features in the Panasonic FP3 and Samsung SL620
| FP3 | SL620 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Focus manually |  | No manual focusing | ||
| Display type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed display |
| Display resolution | 230k |  | 230k | Same display resolution |
| Selfie screen |  | Lack of selfie screen |
Panasonic FP3 vs Samsung SL620 Physical Comparison
In case you're planning to lug around your camera regularly, you're going to have to take into account its weight and size. The Panasonic FP3 comes with outside measurements of 99mm x 59mm x 19mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 155 grams (0.34 lbs) while the Samsung SL620 has specifications of 92mm x 61mm x 23mm (3.6" x 2.4" x 0.9") with a weight of 168 grams (0.37 lbs).
Contrast the Panasonic FP3 versus Samsung SL620 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you select during that time. Underneath is a front view physical size comparison of the FP3 and the SL620.
Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the FP3 and SL620 is 95 and 94 respectively.
Panasonic FP3 vs Samsung SL620 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it is hard to visualise the contrast between sensor measurements merely by going over specs. The photograph underneath will help offer you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the FP3 and SL620.
As you can plainly see, the 2 cameras have the same sensor dimensions but not the same MP. You should anticipate the Panasonic FP3 to offer more detail having an extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop photos a bit more aggressively. The more modern FP3 is going to have an edge in sensor tech.
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Panasonic FP3 vs Samsung SL620 Specifications
| Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP3 | Samsung SL620 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Make | Panasonic | Samsung |
| Model type | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP3 | Samsung SL620 |
| Also Known as | - | PL65 |
| Type | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
| Launched | 2010-01-06 | 2009-02-17 |
| 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 | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
| Sensor surface area | 27.7mm² | 27.7mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 14 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | - |
| Highest resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4000 x 3000 |
| Highest native ISO | 6400 | 1600 |
| Lowest native ISO | 80 | 80 |
| RAW images | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Focus manually | ||
| AF touch | ||
| AF continuous | ||
| Single AF | ||
| AF tracking | ||
| AF selectice | ||
| Center weighted AF | ||
| Multi area AF | ||
| Live view AF | ||
| Face detect focusing | ||
| Contract detect focusing | ||
| Phase detect focusing | ||
| Total focus points | 9 | - |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens zoom range | 35-140mm (4.0x) | 35-175mm (5.0x) |
| Highest aperture | f/3.5-5.9 | f/2.8-5.7 |
| Macro focusing distance | 10cm | 5cm |
| Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.9 |
| Screen | ||
| Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Display size | 3 inch | 2.7 inch |
| Display resolution | 230k dot | 230k dot |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch screen | ||
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Slowest shutter speed | 60 secs | 8 secs |
| Maximum shutter speed | 1/1600 secs | 1/2000 secs |
| Continuous shooting speed | 5.0 frames/s | - |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Expose Manually | ||
| Set WB | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Integrated flash | ||
| Flash distance | 4.90 m | 4.60 m |
| Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro | Auto, On, Off, Auto & Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync, Fill-in Flash, Flash Off, Red-Eye Fix |
| Hot shoe | ||
| Auto exposure bracketing | ||
| WB bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment | ||
| Average | ||
| Spot | ||
| Partial | ||
| AF area | ||
| Center weighted | ||
| Video features | ||
| Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 848 x 480 (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 (60, 30 fps) |
| Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 640x480 |
| Video data format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
| Microphone jack | ||
| Headphone jack | ||
| 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 seal | ||
| Water proofing | ||
| Dust proofing | ||
| Shock proofing | ||
| Crush proofing | ||
| Freeze proofing | ||
| Weight | 155 grams (0.34 pounds) | 168 grams (0.37 pounds) |
| Physical dimensions | 99 x 59 x 19mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.7") | 92 x 61 x 23mm (3.6" x 2.4" x 0.9") |
| 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 | ||
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes |
| Time lapse recording | ||
| Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/MMC/SDHC card, Internal |
| Storage slots | One | One |
| Retail cost | $182 | $200 |