Panasonic FP7 vs Samsung TL225

Let's look more in depth at the Panasonic FP7 vs Samsung TL225, both Ultracompact cameras by companies Panasonic and Samsung. There exists a sizeable gap among the image resolutions of the FP7 (16MP) and TL225 (12MP) but both cameras provide the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

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The FP7 was announced 17 months after the TL225 which makes them a generation away from one another. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Ultracompact).

Before diving right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a simple overview of how the FP7 scores versus the TL225 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP7 and Samsung TL225. The whole galleries are provided at Panasonic FP7 Gallery and Samsung TL225 Gallery.

For anyone who is planning to carry around your camera often, you will have to consider its weight and proportions. The Panasonic FP7 enjoys outside measurements of 101mm x 59mm x 18mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.7") with a weight of 147 grams (0.32 lbs) and the Samsung TL225 has measurements of 100mm x 60mm x 19mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 187 grams (0.41 lbs).

Analyze the Panasonic FP7 vs Samsung TL225 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are utilising at the time. The following is a front view proportions comparison of the FP7 compared to the TL225.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the FP7 and TL225 is 95 and 94 respectively.

Sometimes, it is very hard to see the contrast in sensor sizes merely by checking out specifications. The pic here might offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the FP7 and TL225.

To sum up, both the cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit not the same MP. You should expect the Panasonic FP7 to provide greater detail with its extra 4MP. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The fresher FP7 will have a benefit when it comes to sensor tech.