Panasonic FS12 vs Samsung SH100

Its time to look much closer at the Panasonic FS12 and Samsung SH100, both Ultracompact digital cameras by companies Panasonic and Samsung. The image resolution of the FS12 (12MP) and the SH100 (14MP) is very similar and they come with the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The FS12 was revealed 20 months earlier than the SH100 making the cameras a generation away from each other. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (Ultracompact).

Before getting through a in-depth comparison, below is a quick overview of how the FS12 scores vs the SH100 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS12 & Samsung SH100. The full galleries are provided at Panasonic FS12 Gallery & Samsung SH100 Gallery.

For anybody who is planning to carry around your camera, you are going to need to factor its weight and size. The Panasonic FS12 offers external dimensions of 97mm x 55mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.9") with a weight of 129 grams (0.28 lbs) and the Samsung SH100 has specifications of 93mm x 54mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.7") with a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).

Examine the Panasonic FS12 and Samsung SH100 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you have attached at the time. Below is the front view size comparison of the FS12 versus the SH100.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the FS12 and SH100 is 95 and 99 respectively.

In many cases, it is hard to envision the difference between sensor sizes merely by reviewing technical specs. The pic underneath might give you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the FS12 and SH100.

As you can tell, the 2 cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but not the same megapixels. You can expect to see the Samsung SH100 to offer more detail because of its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will allow you to crop photos a little more aggressively. The more aged FS12 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor tech.