Panasonic FS12 vs Sony A380
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Panasonic FS12 vs Sony A380 Key Specs
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- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 1600 (Boost 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
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Photography Glossary Panasonic FS12 vs Sony A380 Overview
The following is a comprehensive comparison of the Panasonic FS12 and Sony A380, former is a Ultracompact while the other is a Entry-Level DSLR by manufacturers Panasonic and Sony. The resolution of the FS12 (12MP) and the A380 (14MP) is very well matched but the FS12 (1/2.3") and A380 (APS-C) boast different sensor measurements.
Photobucket discusses licensing 13 billion images with AI firmsThe FS12 was launched 4 months before the A380 so they are of a similar age. Each of these cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic FS12 being a Ultracompact camera and the Sony A380 being a Compact SLR camera.
Before going straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a concise summary of how the FS12 scores vs the A380 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
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The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS12 & Sony Alpha DSLR-A380. The complete galleries are viewable at Panasonic FS12 Gallery & Sony A380 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic FS12 over the Sony A380
| FS12 | A380 |
|---|
Reasons to pick Sony A380 over the Panasonic FS12
| A380 | FS12 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manual focus |  | Dial precise focusing | ||
| Display type | Tilting |  | Fixed | Tilting display |
Common features in the Panasonic FS12 and Sony A380
| FS12 | A380 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Launched | April 2009 |  | August 2009 | Similar age |
| Display size | 2.7" |  | 2.7" | Same display measurements |
| Display resolution | 230k |  | 230k | Equal display resolution |
| Selfie screen |  | No selfie screen | ||
| Touch friendly display |  | Neither offers Touch friendly display |
Panasonic FS12 vs Sony A380 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is aiming to travel with your camera frequently, you'll need to take into account its weight and size. The Panasonic FS12 offers outside dimensions 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 Sony A380 has specifications of 128mm x 97mm x 71mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 2.8") having a weight of 519 grams (1.14 lbs).
Check out the Panasonic FS12 and Sony A380 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Always remember, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are working with during that time. Below is a front view overall size comparison of the FS12 versus the A380.
Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the FS12 and A380 is 95 and 68 respectively.
Panasonic FS12 vs Sony A380 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it is difficult to picture the contrast between sensor dimensions merely by checking specs. The picture below may provide you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the FS12 and A380.
All in all, each of the cameras come with different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The FS12 because of its tinier sensor is going to make achieving shallower depth of field trickier and the Sony A380 will give greater detail utilizing its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also let you crop photos a good deal more aggressively.
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Panasonic FS12 vs Sony A380 Specifications
| Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS12 | Sony Alpha DSLR-A380 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Brand | Panasonic | Sony |
| Model type | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS12 | Sony Alpha DSLR-A380 |
| Class | Ultracompact | Entry-Level DSLR |
| Introduced | 2009-04-17 | 2009-08-24 |
| Physical type | Ultracompact | Compact SLR |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Processor Chip | - | Bionz |
| Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
| Sensor size | 1/2.3" | APS-C |
| Sensor dimensions | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 23.6 x 15.8mm |
| Sensor area | 27.7mm² | 372.9mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 14 megapixels |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
| Highest Possible resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4592 x 3056 |
| Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
| Maximum enhanced ISO | 6400 | - |
| Minimum native ISO | 80 | 100 |
| RAW support | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Focus manually | ||
| Autofocus touch | ||
| Continuous autofocus | ||
| Single autofocus | ||
| Autofocus tracking | ||
| Autofocus selectice | ||
| Autofocus center weighted | ||
| Autofocus multi area | ||
| Live view autofocus | ||
| Face detection focus | ||
| Contract detection focus | ||
| Phase detection focus | ||
| Total focus points | - | 9 |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount type | fixed lens | Sony/Minolta Alpha |
| Lens zoom range | 31-124mm (4.0x) | - |
| Maximum aperture | f/2.8-5.9 | - |
| Macro focusing distance | 5cm | - |
| Total lenses | - | 143 |
| Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 1.5 |
| Screen | ||
| Type of screen | Fixed Type | Tilting |
| Screen diagonal | 2.7 inch | 2.7 inch |
| Screen resolution | 230k dots | 230k dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch friendly | ||
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder type | None | Optical (pentamirror) |
| Viewfinder coverage | - | 95 percent |
| Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.49x |
| Features | ||
| Minimum shutter speed | 60 secs | 30 secs |
| Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
| Continuous shutter rate | 2.0fps | 3.0fps |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manual mode | ||
| Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
| Custom white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Inbuilt flash | ||
| Flash distance | 6.30 m | 10.00 m (at ISO 100) |
| Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Rear Curtain, Wireless |
| Hot shoe | ||
| Auto exposure bracketing | ||
| WB bracketing | ||
| Fastest flash synchronize | - | 1/160 secs |
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment exposure | ||
| Average exposure | ||
| Spot exposure | ||
| Partial exposure | ||
| AF area exposure | ||
| Center weighted exposure | ||
| Video features | ||
| Video resolutions | 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | - |
| Maximum video resolution | 640x480 | None |
| Video format | 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) | 519g (1.14 lb) |
| Physical dimensions | 97 x 55 x 22mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.9") | 128 x 97 x 71mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 2.8") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO Overall rating | not tested | 67 |
| DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 22.6 |
| DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 11.8 |
| DXO Low light rating | not tested | 614 |
| Other | ||
| Battery life | - | 500 shots |
| Battery type | - | Battery Pack |
| Battery ID | - | NP-FH50 |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
| Time lapse shooting | ||
| Type of storage | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/ SDHC, Memory Stick Pro Duo |
| Card slots | One | One |
| Launch cost | $228 | $899 |