Panasonic FS12 vs Samsung GX-10

Here, we will be contrasting the Panasonic FS12 versus Samsung GX-10, former is a Ultracompact while the latter is a Advanced DSLR by brands Panasonic and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the FS12 (12MP) and the GX-10 (10MP) is pretty close but the FS12 (1/2.3") and GX-10 (APS-C) posses different sensor sizing.

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The FS12 was manufactured 2 years after the GX-10 which is a fairly big difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic FS12 being a Ultracompact camera and the Samsung GX-10 being a Mid-size SLR camera.

Before diving right into a thorough comparison, here is a brief view of how the FS12 matches up versus the GX-10 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS12 & Samsung GX-10. The entire galleries are available at Panasonic FS12 Gallery & Samsung GX-10 Gallery.

In case you're intending to carry around your camera frequently, you'll have to think about its weight and volume. The Panasonic FS12 enjoys outside measurements of 97mm x 55mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 129 grams (0.28 lbs) while the Samsung GX-10 has sizing of 142mm x 101mm x 70mm (5.6" x 4.0" x 2.8") and a weight of 793 grams (1.75 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you choose at that moment. Below is a front view size comparison of the FS12 vs the GX-10.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the FS12 and GX-10 is 95 and 59 respectively.

Generally, it is very difficult to picture the contrast in sensor sizes only by viewing specifications. The picture underneath should give you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the FS12 and GX-10.

To sum up, the 2 cameras come with different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The FS12 featuring a smaller sensor is going to make shooting shallow DOF harder and the Panasonic FS12 will result in greater detail due to its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The more recent FS12 provides a benefit with regard to sensor tech.