Panasonic FS12 vs Samsung EX2F

Below is a comprehensive analysis of the Panasonic FS12 and Samsung EX2F, one being a Ultracompact and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Panasonic and Samsung. The resolution of the FS12 (12MP) and the EX2F (12MP) is relatively well matched but the FS12 (1/2.3") and EX2F (1/1.7") posses different sensor sizes.

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The FS12 was brought out 4 years earlier than the EX2F and that is quite a big gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of these cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic FS12 being a Ultracompact camera and the Samsung EX2F being a Compact camera.

Before going into a comprehensive comparison, here is a short view of how the FS12 matches up versus the EX2F in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS12 and Samsung EX2F. The entire galleries are provided at Panasonic FS12 Gallery and Samsung EX2F Gallery.

For anybody who is looking to lug around your camera frequently, you are going to need to think about its weight and size. The Panasonic FS12 features external dimensions of 97mm x 55mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.9") and a weight of 129 grams (0.28 lbs) whilst the Samsung EX2F has specifications of 112mm x 62mm x 29mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 1.1") and a weight of 294 grams (0.65 lbs).

Compare the Panasonic FS12 and Samsung EX2F in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you choose during that time. Here is a front view scale comparison of the FS12 and the EX2F.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the FS12 and EX2F is 95 and 90 respectively.

Often, it's hard to picture the difference between sensor measurements just by checking technical specs. The graphic here might offer you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the FS12 and EX2F.

As you can tell, the 2 cameras come with the identical MP albeit different sensor measurements. The FS12 offers the tinier sensor which should make getting bokeh tougher. The older FS12 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor tech.