Panasonic FS12 vs Samsung ST95

Here is a in-depth analysis of the Panasonic FS12 vs Samsung ST95, both Ultracompact digital cameras by companies Panasonic and Samsung. There is a sizable difference between the sensor resolutions of the FS12 (12MP) and ST95 (16MP) but they come with the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The FS12 was introduced 21 months earlier than the ST95 which makes the cameras a generation apart from each other. Both the cameras come with the identical body type (Ultracompact).

Before we go in to a comprehensive comparison, below is a concise overview of how the FS12 grades against the ST95 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS12 & Samsung ST95. The whole galleries are available at Panasonic FS12 Gallery & Samsung ST95 Gallery.

In case you're looking to carry your camera regularly, you'll have to factor in its weight and proportions. The Panasonic FS12 has got external measurements of 97mm x 55mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.9") with a weight of 129 grams (0.28 lbs) whilst the Samsung ST95 has measurements of 92mm x 53mm x 17mm (3.6" x 2.1" x 0.7") along with a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are employing at the time. Here is the front view measurement comparison of the FS12 compared to the ST95.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the FS12 and ST95 is 95 and 99 respectively.

Usually, it is very hard to visualise the difference between sensor sizing only by reviewing specs. The visual underneath will give you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the FS12 and ST95.

As you can plainly see, both cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same resolution. You can expect the Samsung ST95 to offer more detail using its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will also help you crop pictures much more aggressively. The older FS12 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.