Panasonic FP5 vs Samsung SL720
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Panasonic FP5 vs Samsung SL720 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 35-140mm (F3.5-5.9) lens
- 141g - 101 x 59 x 18mm
- Launched January 2011
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 1600
- 640 x 480 video
- 28-102mm (F2.8-5.7) lens
- 168g - 92 x 61 x 23mm
- Revealed July 2009
- Alternate Name is PL70
President Biden pushes bill mandating TikTok sale or ban Panasonic FP5 vs Samsung SL720 Overview
Here is a extended comparison of the Panasonic FP5 vs Samsung SL720, both Ultracompact cameras by rivals Panasonic and Samsung. The resolution of the FP5 (14MP) and the SL720 (12MP) is very comparable and both cameras boast the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").
Snapchat Adds Watermarks to AI-Created ImagesThe FP5 was manufactured 18 months later than the SL720 making them a generation apart from each other. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Ultracompact).
Before delving right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a concise summation of how the FP5 scores versus the SL720 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
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Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP5 and Samsung SL720. The entire galleries are viewable at Panasonic FP5 Gallery and Samsung SL720 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic FP5 over the Samsung SL720
| FP5 | SL720 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Revealed | January 2011 |  | July 2009 | Fresher by 18 months |
| Display dimensions | 3" |  | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
| Touch display |  | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Samsung SL720 over the Panasonic FP5
| SL720 | FP5 |
|---|
Common features in the Panasonic FP5 and Samsung SL720
| FP5 | SL720 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Focus manually |  | Lack of manual focusing | ||
| Display type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed display |
| Display resolution | 230k |  | 230k | Same display resolution |
| Selfie screen |  | Missing selfie screen |
Panasonic FP5 vs Samsung SL720 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is intending to carry your camera frequently, you should factor in its weight and volume. The Panasonic FP5 offers outside measurements of 101mm x 59mm x 18mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.7") with a weight of 141 grams (0.31 lbs) whilst the Samsung SL720 has sizing of 92mm x 61mm x 23mm (3.6" x 2.4" x 0.9") having a weight of 168 grams (0.37 lbs).
Examine the Panasonic FP5 vs Samsung SL720 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are employing during that time. The following is a front view overall size comparison of the FP5 against the SL720.
Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the FP5 and SL720 is 95 and 94 respectively.
Panasonic FP5 vs Samsung SL720 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it is difficult to visualise the contrast in sensor sizing only by seeing specifications. The photograph here might provide you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the FP5 and SL720.
Plainly, the 2 cameras have the same sensor dimensions but not the same resolution. You should expect to see the Panasonic FP5 to show more detail due to its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop images a bit more aggressively. The younger FP5 will have an edge with regard to sensor technology.
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Panasonic FP5 vs Samsung SL720 Specifications
| Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP5 | Samsung SL720 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Make | Panasonic | Samsung |
| Model type | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP5 | Samsung SL720 |
| Also Known as | - | PL70 |
| Type | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
| Launched | 2011-01-05 | 2009-07-14 |
| Physical type | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Processor Chip | Venus Engine IV | - |
| Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
| Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
| Sensor dimensions | 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 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
| Maximum resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4000 x 3000 |
| Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 1600 |
| Lowest native ISO | 100 | 80 |
| RAW files | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Focus manually | ||
| AF touch | ||
| AF continuous | ||
| Single AF | ||
| AF tracking | ||
| AF selectice | ||
| Center weighted AF | ||
| Multi area AF | ||
| Live view AF | ||
| Face detection focusing | ||
| Contract detection focusing | ||
| Phase detection focusing | ||
| Total focus points | 11 | - |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens zoom range | 35-140mm (4.0x) | 28-102mm (3.6x) |
| Maximal aperture | f/3.5-5.9 | f/2.8-5.7 |
| Macro focusing range | 10cm | 5cm |
| Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.9 |
| Screen | ||
| Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Screen diagonal | 3 inch | 2.7 inch |
| Resolution of screen | 230 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch function | ||
| Screen technology | TFT Touch Screen LCD | - |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Slowest shutter speed | 60s | 8s |
| Maximum shutter speed | 1/1600s | 1/1500s |
| Continuous shooting rate | 6.0fps | - |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manual mode | ||
| Custom WB | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Inbuilt flash | ||
| Flash distance | 4.90 m | 4.60 m |
| Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, Slow sync |
| Hot shoe | ||
| AE bracketing | ||
| WB 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 (60, 30 fps) |
| Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 640x480 |
| Video data format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
| Mic support | ||
| Headphone support | ||
| 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 | 141g (0.31 lb) | 168g (0.37 lb) |
| Physical dimensions | 101 x 59 x 18mm (4.0" 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 | ||
| Battery life | 260 shots | - |
| Battery style | Battery Pack | - |
| Battery ID | - | SLB-10A |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes |
| Time lapse feature | ||
| Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/MMC/SDHC card, Internal |
| Card slots | Single | Single |
| Pricing at launch | $199 | $119 |
