Panasonic FS12 vs Samsung TL205
95 Imaging
35 Features
14 Overall
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94 Imaging
35 Features
17 Overall
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Panasonic FS12 vs Samsung TL205 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 1600 (Raise to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 31-124mm (F2.8-5.9) lens
- 129g - 97 x 55 x 22mm
- Introduced April 2009
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- 1280 x 720 video
- 35-105mm (F3.0-5.6) lens
- 177g - 99 x 59 x 20mm
- Announced January 2010
- Alternate Name is PL100
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Following is a detailed overview of the Panasonic FS12 vs Samsung TL205, both Ultracompact cameras by rivals Panasonic and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the FS12 (12MP) and the TL205 (12MP) is relatively comparable and both cameras posses the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").
Photography GlossaryThe FS12 was brought out 8 months before the TL205 so they are of a similar generation. The two cameras have the same body design (Ultracompact).
Before going into a comprehensive comparison, here is a concise introduction of how the FS12 matches up against the TL205 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
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The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS12 and Samsung TL205. The entire galleries are viewable at Panasonic FS12 Gallery and Samsung TL205 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic FS12 over the Samsung TL205
| FS12 | TL205 |
|---|
Reasons to pick Samsung TL205 over the Panasonic FS12
| TL205 | FS12 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Announced | January 2010 |  | April 2009 | More modern by 8 months |
Common features in the Panasonic FS12 and Samsung TL205
| FS12 | TL205 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manually focus |  | Lack of manual focus | ||
| Screen type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed screen |
| Screen dimensions | 2.7" |  | 2.7" | Equal screen dimensions |
| Screen resolution | 230k |  | 230k | Identical screen resolution |
| Selfie screen |  | Absent selfie screen | ||
| Touch screen |  | Absent Touch screen |
Panasonic FS12 vs Samsung TL205 Physical Comparison
If you're planning to carry around your camera, you'll need to factor its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic FS12 has outside measurements of 97mm x 55mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.9") with a weight of 129 grams (0.28 lbs) while the Samsung TL205 has dimensions of 99mm x 59mm x 20mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") having a weight of 177 grams (0.39 lbs).
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Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are working with during that time. Underneath is a front view scale comparison of the FS12 compared to the TL205.
Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the FS12 and TL205 is 95 and 94 respectively.
Panasonic FS12 vs Samsung TL205 Sensor Comparison
Often, it is difficult to imagine the contrast in sensor sizes just by going through technical specs. The picture below will provide you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the FS12 and TL205.
As you can tell, both of the cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the exact same MP so you should expect comparable quality of photographs however you should always take the release date of the cameras into account. The more aged FS12 will be disadvantaged in sensor technology.
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Panasonic FS12 vs Samsung TL205 Specifications
| Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS12 | Samsung TL205 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Company | Panasonic | Samsung |
| Model | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS12 | Samsung TL205 |
| Otherwise known as | - | PL100 |
| Type | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
| Introduced | 2009-04-17 | 2010-01-06 |
| Body design | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
| Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
| Sensor measurements | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
| Sensor surface area | 27.7mm² | 27.7mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
| Anti aliasing filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
| Highest resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4000 x 3000 |
| Highest native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
| Highest boosted ISO | 6400 | - |
| Lowest native ISO | 80 | 80 |
| RAW files | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Focus manually | ||
| AF touch | ||
| Continuous AF | ||
| Single AF | ||
| AF tracking | ||
| AF selectice | ||
| Center weighted AF | ||
| AF multi area | ||
| Live view AF | ||
| Face detection focusing | ||
| Contract detection focusing | ||
| Phase detection focusing | ||
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens focal range | 31-124mm (4.0x) | 35-105mm (3.0x) |
| Largest aperture | f/2.8-5.9 | f/3.0-5.6 |
| Macro focus range | 5cm | 10cm |
| Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.9 |
| Screen | ||
| Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Screen diagonal | 2.7 inches | 2.7 inches |
| Resolution of screen | 230k dot | 230k dot |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch display | ||
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Slowest shutter speed | 60 secs | 8 secs |
| Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/1500 secs |
| Continuous shooting speed | 2.0 frames/s | - |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manually set exposure | ||
| Set WB | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Built-in flash | ||
| Flash range | 6.30 m | 3.40 m |
| Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync |
| Hot shoe | ||
| Auto exposure bracketing | ||
| White balance bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment | ||
| Average | ||
| Spot | ||
| Partial | ||
| AF area | ||
| Center weighted | ||
| Video features | ||
| Supported video resolutions | 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (60, 30 fps) |
| Highest video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
| Video file format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
| Microphone jack | ||
| Headphone jack | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | None | None |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| GPS | None | None |
| Physical | ||
| Environmental seal | ||
| Water proof | ||
| Dust proof | ||
| Shock proof | ||
| Crush proof | ||
| Freeze proof | ||
| Weight | 129g (0.28 pounds) | 177g (0.39 pounds) |
| Physical dimensions | 97 x 55 x 22mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.9") | 99 x 59 x 20mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
| Other | ||
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Double, Motion) |
| Time lapse shooting | ||
| Storage media | SD/SDHC card, Internal | MicroSD/ MicroSDHC, SD/SDHC Internal |
| Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
| Launch cost | $228 | $180 |
