Panasonic FP5 vs Samsung ST600
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Panasonic FP5 vs Samsung ST600 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 35-140mm (F3.5-5.9) lens
- 141g - 101 x 59 x 18mm
- Announced January 2011
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 4800 (Increase to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 27-135mm (F3.3-5.5) lens
- 150g - 104 x 60 x 20mm
- Announced January 2010
Panasonic FP5 vs Samsung ST600 Overview
Here is a in-depth overview of the Panasonic FP5 versus Samsung ST600, both Ultracompact digital cameras by companies Panasonic and Samsung. The image resolution of the FP5 (14MP) and the ST600 (14MP) is very well matched and they use the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD CardsThe FP5 was brought out 13 months later than the ST600 making the cameras a generation apart from each other. Both of these cameras come with the identical body type (Ultracompact).
Before diving in to a in-depth comparison, below is a short synopsis of how the FP5 scores versus the ST600 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Panasonic FP5 vs Samsung ST600 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP5 and Samsung ST600. The entire galleries are provided at Panasonic FP5 Gallery and Samsung ST600 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic FP5 over the Samsung ST600
FP5 | ST600 | |||
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Announced | January 2011 | January 2010 | Fresher by 13 months |
Reasons to pick Samsung ST600 over the Panasonic FP5
ST600 | FP5 | |||
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Display dimension | 3.5" | 3" | Larger display (+0.5") | |
Display resolution | 1152k | 230k | Crisper display (+922k dot) |
Common features in the Panasonic FP5 and Samsung ST600
FP5 | ST600 | |||
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Manually focus | Lack of manual focusing | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Selfie screen | Neither offers selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly display | Easily navigate |
Panasonic FP5 vs Samsung ST600 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is aiming to carry your camera, you're going to have to take into account its weight and proportions. The Panasonic FP5 offers exterior dimensions of 101mm x 59mm x 18mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.7") and a weight of 141 grams (0.31 lbs) whilst the Samsung ST600 has measurements of 104mm x 60mm x 20mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 0.8") and a weight of 150 grams (0.33 lbs).
Contrast the Panasonic FP5 versus Samsung ST600 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you have chosen at the time. The following is the front view dimensions comparison of the FP5 and the ST600.
Using size and weight, the portability rating of the FP5 and ST600 is 95 and 95 respectively.
Panasonic FP5 vs Samsung ST600 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it's tough to see the difference between sensor sizing simply by looking at specs. The graphic below will help offer you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the FP5 and ST600.
As you can plainly see, both of these cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the same exact megapixels therefore you should expect similar quality of photographs however you should factor the release date of the products into consideration. The more modern FP5 is going to have a benefit with regard to sensor technology.
Panasonic FP5 vs Samsung ST600 Screen and ViewFinder
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Panasonic FP5 vs Samsung ST600 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP5 | Samsung ST600 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Panasonic | Samsung |
Model type | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP5 | Samsung ST600 |
Category | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Announced | 2011-01-05 | 2010-01-06 |
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 area | 27.7mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14MP | 14MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4320 x 3240 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 4800 |
Maximum boosted ISO | - | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Total focus points | 11 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 35-140mm (4.0x) | 27-135mm (5.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.5-5.9 | f/3.3-5.5 |
Macro focusing distance | 10cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.9 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3 inches | 3.5 inches |
Display resolution | 230k dot | 1,152k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Display tech | TFT Touch Screen LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 60 seconds | 8 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/1600 seconds | 1/1500 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | 6.0fps | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 4.90 m | 5.00 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (60, 30, 15 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 141 grams (0.31 lb) | 150 grams (0.33 lb) |
Dimensions | 101 x 59 x 18mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.7") | 104 x 60 x 20mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 0.8") |
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 format | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | - | SLB07 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Double, Motion) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | MicroSD/ MicroSDHC, Internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Pricing at launch | $199 | $330 |