Panasonic FS12 vs Samsung TL240
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Panasonic FS12 vs Samsung TL240 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 1600 (Bump to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 31-124mm (F2.8-5.9) lens
- 129g - 97 x 55 x 22mm
- Released April 2009
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 4800 (Bump to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 31-217mm (F3.3-5.5) lens
- 160g - 104 x 58 x 20mm
- Announced January 2010
- Other Name is ST5000
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On this page, we are evaluating the Panasonic FS12 vs Samsung TL240, both Ultracompact cameras by brands Panasonic and Samsung. The resolution of the FS12 (12MP) and the TL240 (14MP) is very comparable and both cameras provide the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").
Pentax 17 Pre-Orders Outperform Expectations by a LandslideThe FS12 was unveiled 8 months prior to the TL240 and they are of a similar generation. Both the cameras have the same body design (Ultracompact).
Before getting straight to a full comparison, here is a brief overview of how the FS12 grades against the TL240 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
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Reasons to pick Panasonic FS12 over the Samsung TL240
| FS12 | TL240 |
|---|
Reasons to pick Samsung TL240 over the Panasonic FS12
| TL240 | FS12 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Announced | January 2010 |  | April 2009 | More modern by 8 months |
| Display dimensions | 3.5" |  | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.8") |
| Touch friendly display |  | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Panasonic FS12 and Samsung TL240
| FS12 | TL240 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Focus manually |  | No manual focus | ||
| Display type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed display |
| Display resolution | 230k |  | 230k | Same display resolution |
| Selfie screen |  | Neither features selfie screen |
Panasonic FS12 vs Samsung TL240 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is intending to carry around your camera, you'll have to factor in its weight and size. The Panasonic FS12 enjoys physical dimensions of 97mm x 55mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 129 grams (0.28 lbs) whilst the Samsung TL240 has specifications of 104mm x 58mm x 20mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 160 grams (0.35 lbs).
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Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are working with during that time. Following is a front view overall size comparison of the FS12 compared to the TL240.
Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the FS12 and TL240 is 95 and 95 respectively.
Panasonic FS12 vs Samsung TL240 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, its difficult to imagine the contrast in sensor sizes only by seeing specs. The image below will help offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the FS12 and TL240.
As you can plainly see, each of these cameras have the same sensor dimensions but different resolution. You should expect to see the Samsung TL240 to produce extra detail having an extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also help you crop pics a bit more aggressively. The more aged FS12 will be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.
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Panasonic FS12 vs Samsung TL240 Specifications
| Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS12 | Samsung TL240 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Company | Panasonic | Samsung |
| Model | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS12 | Samsung TL240 |
| Also Known as | - | ST5000 |
| Category | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
| Released | 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 dimensions | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
| Sensor surface area | 27.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 14 megapixel |
| Anti aliasing filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
| Highest resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4334 x 3256 |
| Highest native ISO | 1600 | 4800 |
| Highest boosted ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
| Min native ISO | 80 | 80 |
| RAW photos | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Focus manually | ||
| Touch focus | ||
| AF continuous | ||
| Single AF | ||
| Tracking AF | ||
| AF selectice | ||
| Center weighted AF | ||
| Multi area AF | ||
| Live view AF | ||
| Face detection AF | ||
| Contract detection AF | ||
| Phase detection AF | ||
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens focal range | 31-124mm (4.0x) | 31-217mm (7.0x) |
| Highest aperture | f/2.8-5.9 | f/3.3-5.5 |
| Macro focus distance | 5cm | 1cm |
| Crop factor | 5.9 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Screen sizing | 2.7 inch | 3.5 inch |
| Screen resolution | 230 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch screen | ||
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Slowest shutter speed | 60s | 8s |
| Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/1500s |
| Continuous shooting speed | 2.0 frames per second | - |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manual exposure | ||
| Custom WB | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Built-in flash | ||
| Flash range | 6.30 m | 5.00 m |
| Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync |
| External flash | ||
| Auto exposure bracketing | ||
| WB 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, 15 fps) |
| Highest video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
| Video format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
| Mic input | ||
| Headphone input | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | None | None |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| GPS | None | None |
| Physical | ||
| Environment seal | ||
| Water proof | ||
| Dust proof | ||
| Shock proof | ||
| Crush proof | ||
| Freeze proof | ||
| Weight | 129 grams (0.28 pounds) | 160 grams (0.35 pounds) |
| Physical dimensions | 97 x 55 x 22mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.9") | 104 x 58 x 20mm (4.1" 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 | ||
| Battery model | - | SLB-11A |
| 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, Internal |
| Storage slots | Single | Single |
| Launch pricing | $228 | $171 |