Panasonic FS12 vs Samsung TL210
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![Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS12 front Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS12 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-FS12/Panasonic-FS12-front.jpg)
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Panasonic FS12 vs Samsung TL210 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 1600 (Expand 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
- 3.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 27-135mm (F3.5-5.9) lens
- 177g - 99 x 59 x 20mm
- Introduced January 2010
- Other Name is PL150
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Panasonic FS12 vs Samsung TL210 Overview
Below, we are contrasting the Panasonic FS12 and Samsung TL210, both Ultracompact digital cameras by competitors Panasonic and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the FS12 (12MP) and the TL210 (12MP) is very similar and they feature the exact same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").
![](https://pxlmag.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/iphone-optical-stabilization-218x150.jpg)
The FS12 was unveiled 8 months earlier than the TL210 and they are both of a similar generation. Each of the cameras come with the identical body type (Ultracompact).
Before diving straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a quick synopsis of how the FS12 grades against the TL210 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
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Panasonic FS12 vs Samsung TL210 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS12 and Samsung TL210. The full galleries are provided at Panasonic FS12 Gallery and Samsung TL210 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic FS12 over the Samsung TL210
FS12 | TL210 |
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Reasons to pick Samsung TL210 over the Panasonic FS12
TL210 | FS12 | |||
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Introduced | January 2010 | ![]() | April 2009 | Fresher by 8 months |
Display dimension | 3.5" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.8") |
Common features in the Panasonic FS12 and Samsung TL210
FS12 | TL210 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Lack of manual focusing | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Equal display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither has selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Neither has Touch display |
Panasonic FS12 vs Samsung TL210 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is intending to carry your camera, you'll have to take into account its weight and size. The Panasonic FS12 has external dimensions of 97mm x 55mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.9") along with a weight of 129 grams (0.28 lbs) and the Samsung TL210 has specifications of 99mm x 59mm x 20mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 177 grams (0.39 lbs).
Take a look at the Panasonic FS12 and Samsung TL210 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are utilizing at that time. Following is the front view sizing comparison of the FS12 vs the TL210.
![Panasonic FS12 vs Samsung TL210 size comparison Panasonic FS12 vs Samsung TL210 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-FS12-vs-Samsung-TL210-size-comparison.jpg)
Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the FS12 and TL210 is 95 and 94 respectively.
![Panasonic FS12 vs Samsung TL210 top view buttons comparison Panasonic FS12 vs Samsung TL210 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-FS12-vs-Samsung-TL210-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Panasonic FS12 vs Samsung TL210 Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it is very tough to see the gap between sensor sizing merely by going over specifications. The photograph underneath will offer you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the FS12 and TL210.
To sum up, both of these cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements and the identical resolution and you should expect similar quality of files although you have to take the release date of the products into consideration. The older FS12 is going to be behind in sensor innovation.
![Panasonic FS12 vs Samsung TL210 sensor size comparison Panasonic FS12 vs Samsung TL210 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-FS12-vs-Samsung-TL210-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Panasonic FS12 vs Samsung TL210 Screen and ViewFinder
![Panasonic FS12 vs Samsung TL210 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Panasonic FS12 vs Samsung TL210 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-FS12-vs-Samsung-TL210-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison
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Street Comparison
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Sports Comparison
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Travel Comparison
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Landscape Comparison
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Vlogging Comparison
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Panasonic FS12 vs Samsung TL210 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS12 | Samsung TL210 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Panasonic | Samsung |
Model type | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS12 | Samsung TL210 |
Also Known as | - | PL150 |
Category | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Introduced | 2009-04-17 | 2010-01-06 |
Physical type | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 27.7mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12MP | 12MP |
Anti alias 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 | - |
Min native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 31-124mm (4.0x) | 27-135mm (5.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/2.8-5.9 | f/3.5-5.9 |
Macro focusing distance | 5cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 2.7 inches | 3.5 inches |
Display resolution | 230 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 60 seconds | 8 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shooting rate | 2.0 frames per second | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 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 | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
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 data format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
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 sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 129g (0.28 lb) | 177g (0.39 lb) |
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 rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery ID | - | SLB-07B |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Double, Motion) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC card, Internal | MicroSD/ MicroSDHC, Internal |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Retail price | $228 | $230 |