Panasonic FS15 vs Samsung CL5
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Panasonic FS15 vs Samsung CL5 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
- 29-145mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 136g - 97 x 54 x 22mm
- Introduced January 2009
(Full Review)
- 9MP - 1/2.5" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- 640 x 480 video
- 38-114mm (F3.5-4.5) lens
- 141g - 93 x 60 x 19mm
- Released February 2009
- Alternate Name is PL10
Panasonic FS15 vs Samsung CL5 Overview
Here, we will be comparing the Panasonic FS15 vs Samsung CL5, both Ultracompact cameras by rivals Panasonic and Samsung. There is a big difference among the image resolutions of the FS15 (12MP) and CL5 (9MP) and the FS15 (1/2.3") and CL5 (1/2.5") have totally different sensor measurements.
Pentax 17 Pre-Orders Outperform Expectations by a LandslideThe FS15 was brought out about the same time to the CL5 so they are of a similar generation. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Ultracompact).
Before going right into a in-depth comparison, here is a simple view of how the FS15 grades versus the CL5 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Panasonic FS15 vs Samsung CL5 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS15 and Samsung CL5. The entire galleries are viewable at Panasonic FS15 Gallery and Samsung CL5 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic FS15 over the Samsung CL5
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Reasons to pick Samsung CL5 over the Panasonic FS15
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Common features in the Panasonic FS15 and Samsung CL5
FS15 | CL5 | |||
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Released | January 2009 | February 2009 | Same generation | |
Manual focus | Lack of manual focus | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen size | 2.7" | 2.7" | Same screen measurements | |
Screen resolution | 230k | 230k | Equal screen resolution | |
Selfie screen | No selfie screen | |||
Touch screen | Neither includes Touch screen |
Panasonic FS15 vs Samsung CL5 Physical Comparison
When you are planning to travel with your camera regularly, you're going to have to think about its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic FS15 features outside dimensions of 97mm x 54mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.1" x 0.9") along with a weight of 136 grams (0.30 lbs) whilst the Samsung CL5 has dimensions of 93mm x 60mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 141 grams (0.31 lbs).
Compare the Panasonic FS15 vs Samsung CL5 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you choose at that time. Below is a front view measurement comparison of the FS15 versus the CL5.
Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the FS15 and CL5 is 95 and 95 respectively.
Panasonic FS15 vs Samsung CL5 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it's difficult to see the contrast in sensor dimensions merely by researching technical specs. The image below may provide you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the FS15 and CL5.
As you can tell, both of those cameras feature different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The FS15 because of its bigger sensor will make achieving bokeh simpler and the Panasonic FS15 will provide you with greater detail having its extra 3 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also help you crop shots way more aggressively.
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Panasonic FS15 vs Samsung CL5 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS15 | Samsung CL5 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Panasonic | Samsung |
Model type | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS15 | Samsung CL5 |
Otherwise known as | - | PL10 |
Class | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Introduced | 2009-01-16 | 2009-02-23 |
Body design | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.5" |
Sensor measurements | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 5.744 x 4.308mm |
Sensor surface area | 27.7mm² | 24.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 9 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 16:9, 4:3 and 3:2 | 16:9, 4:3 and 3:2 |
Highest resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 3456 x 2592 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Highest boosted ISO | 6400 | - |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Total focus points | 11 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 29-145mm (5.0x) | 38-114mm (3.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.3-5.9 | f/3.5-4.5 |
Macro focusing distance | 5cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.9 | 6.3 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 2.7 inch | 2.7 inch |
Display resolution | 230 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 60 seconds | 16 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | 2.0 frames/s | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 4.00 m |
Flash settings | Auto, Auto Red-eye Reduction, Forced On, Forced Off | Auto, Auto & Red-eye reduction, Fill-in flash, Slow sync, Flash off, Red eye fix |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
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) | 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (60, 30, 15 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 640x480 | 640x480 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | none |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 136g (0.30 lb) | 141g (0.31 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 97 x 54 x 22mm (3.8" x 2.1" x 0.9") | 93 x 60 x 19mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 0.7") |
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 | ||
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (10 sec, 2 sec, Double, Motion Timer) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/MMC/SDHC card, Internal | SC/SDHC/MMC/MMCplus, internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Retail pricing | $180 | $391 |