Panasonic FS12 vs Samsung PL210

Below, we are looking at the Panasonic FS12 and Samsung PL210, both Ultracompact digital cameras by rivals Panasonic and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the FS12 (12MP) and the PL210 (14MP) is very similar and they feature the exact same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The FS12 was announced 20 months earlier than the PL210 making the cameras a generation apart from each other. Both the cameras come with the identical body type (Ultracompact).

Before delving straight into a thorough comparison, below is a simple summary of how the FS12 scores versus the PL210 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS12 and Samsung PL210. The whole galleries are available at Panasonic FS12 Gallery and Samsung PL210 Gallery.

For anyone who is going to lug around your camera frequently, you need to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic FS12 enjoys external measurements 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 PL210 has dimensions of 100mm x 59mm x 20mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") with a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).

Compare the Panasonic FS12 and Samsung PL210 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. Here is the front view size comparison of the FS12 and the PL210.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the FS12 and PL210 is 95 and 99 respectively.

Often, it can be difficult to visualize the contrast between sensor measurements purely by reviewing technical specs. The visual underneath might offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the FS12 and PL210.

As you have seen, each of these cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but different megapixels. You should expect to see the Samsung PL210 to deliver greater detail with its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also make it easier to crop images much more aggressively. The older FS12 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor tech.