Panasonic FP5 vs Samsung TL210

Following is a thorough review of the Panasonic FP5 versus Samsung TL210, both Ultracompact digital cameras by companies Panasonic and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the FP5 (14MP) and the TL210 (12MP) is very similar and they possess the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The FP5 was unveiled 13 months after the TL210 making the cameras a generation away from one another. Both the cameras come with the identical body type (Ultracompact).

Before diving through a comprehensive comparison, below is a simple view of how the FP5 grades vs the TL210 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP5 and Samsung TL210. The full galleries are provided at Panasonic FP5 Gallery and Samsung TL210 Gallery.

In case you're looking to carry around your camera often, you need to consider its weight and size. The Panasonic FP5 offers outer measurements of 101mm x 59mm x 18mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.7") with a weight of 141 grams (0.31 lbs) while the Samsung TL210 has specifications of 99mm x 59mm x 20mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") and a weight of 177 grams (0.39 lbs).

Contrast the Panasonic FP5 versus Samsung TL210 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you have attached at the time. The following is the front view overall size comparison of the FP5 compared to the TL210.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the FP5 and TL210 is 95 and 94 respectively.

Sometimes, it can be tough to visualise the gap between sensor sizes purely by reading a spec sheet. The pic underneath might give you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the FP5 and TL210.

As you can see, the two cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but not the same resolution. You should expect to see the Panasonic FP5 to offer you more detail having an extra 2MP. Greater resolution will help you crop photos much more aggressively. The fresher FP5 is going to have an advantage in sensor tech.