Panasonic FS12 vs Samsung PL120

Here, we will be looking at the Panasonic FS12 versus Samsung PL120, both Ultracompact digital cameras by companies Panasonic and Samsung. The image resolution of the FS12 (12MP) and the PL120 (14MP) is pretty similar and both cameras offer the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The FS12 was unveiled 20 months before the PL120 which makes them a generation apart from one another. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Ultracompact).

Before getting right into a in depth comparison, here is a concise summation of how the FS12 scores against the PL120 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS12 and Samsung PL120. The full galleries are available at Panasonic FS12 Gallery and Samsung PL120 Gallery.

For those who are aiming to lug around your camera often, you're going to have to consider its weight and measurements. The Panasonic FS12 enjoys external 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) and the Samsung PL120 has proportions of 94mm x 54mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).

Examine the Panasonic FS12 versus Samsung PL120 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are working with at that time. Here is a front view dimensions comparison of the FS12 vs the PL120.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the FS12 and PL120 is 95 and 99 respectively.

Quite often, it can be difficult to visualise the contrast between sensor measurements just by reviewing technical specs. The photograph underneath may provide you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the FS12 and PL120.

As you can tell, both of the cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit not the same resolution. You should expect the Samsung PL120 to deliver extra detail having an extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also help you crop photographs way more aggressively. The older FS12 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.