Panasonic FP8 vs Samsung TL205
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35 Features
20 Overall
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94 Imaging
35 Features
17 Overall
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Panasonic FP8 vs Samsung TL205 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-128mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 151g - 96 x 60 x 20mm
- Released July 2009
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- 1280 x 720 video
- 35-105mm (F3.0-5.6) lens
- 177g - 99 x 59 x 20mm
- Released January 2010
- Other Name is PL100
Panasonic FP8 vs Samsung TL205 Overview
In this article, we will be contrasting the Panasonic FP8 vs Samsung TL205, both Ultracompact cameras by brands Panasonic and Samsung. The resolution of the FP8 (12MP) and the TL205 (12MP) is relatively close and they enjoy the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").
Snapchat Adds Watermarks to AI-Created ImagesThe FP8 was announced 5 months prior to the TL205 which means that they are both of a similar age. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (Ultracompact).
Before getting straight into a in-depth comparison, below is a short highlight of how the FP8 scores vs the TL205 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Panasonic FP8 vs Samsung TL205 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP8 & Samsung TL205. The whole galleries are available at Panasonic FP8 Gallery & Samsung TL205 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic FP8 over the Samsung TL205
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Reasons to pick Samsung TL205 over the Panasonic FP8
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Common features in the Panasonic FP8 and Samsung TL205
FP8 | TL205 | |||
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Released | July 2009 | January 2010 | Same age | |
Focus manually | No manual focusing | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen sizing | 2.7" | 2.7" | Equivalent screen measurements | |
Screen resolution | 230k | 230k | Equal screen resolution | |
Selfie screen | Neither comes with selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly screen | Neither comes with Touch friendly screen |
Panasonic FP8 vs Samsung TL205 Physical Comparison
If you're aiming to carry your camera frequently, you'll need to think about its weight and measurements. The Panasonic FP8 comes with external dimensions of 96mm x 60mm x 20mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 0.8") having a weight of 151 grams (0.33 lbs) whilst the Samsung TL205 has proportions of 99mm x 59mm x 20mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") along with a weight of 177 grams (0.39 lbs).
See the Panasonic FP8 vs Samsung TL205 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Always remember, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you select at that moment. Below is the front view measurements comparison of the FP8 compared to the TL205.
Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the FP8 and TL205 is 95 and 94 respectively.
Panasonic FP8 vs Samsung TL205 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it can be difficult to picture the contrast in sensor sizing just by looking through a spec sheet. The photograph below may give you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the FP8 and TL205.
Clearly, each of the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the same exact resolution therefore you can expect comparable quality of photos but you should really take the launch date of the cameras into account.
Panasonic FP8 vs Samsung TL205 Screen and ViewFinder
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Panasonic FP8 vs Samsung TL205 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP8 | Samsung TL205 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Panasonic | Samsung |
Model | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP8 | Samsung TL205 |
Otherwise known as | - | PL100 |
Type | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Released | 2009-07-27 | 2010-01-06 |
Physical type | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | Venus Engine V | - |
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 area | 27.7mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12MP | 12MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4000 x 3000 |
Highest native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | 11 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-128mm (4.6x) | 35-105mm (3.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.3-5.9 | f/3.0-5.6 |
Macro focus distance | 5cm | 10cm |
Crop factor | 5.9 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 2.7 inches | 2.7 inches |
Resolution of display | 230k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 60 secs | 8 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/1300 secs | 1/1500 secs |
Continuous shutter rate | 2.0 frames/s | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 5.50 m | 3.40 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance 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) | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (60, 30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video file 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 | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 151 grams (0.33 lbs) | 177 grams (0.39 lbs) |
Dimensions | 96 x 60 x 20mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 0.8") | 99 x 59 x 20mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Double, Motion) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC card, Internal | MicroSD/ MicroSDHC, SD/SDHC Internal |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Retail price | $300 | $180 |