Panasonic FS15 vs Samsung DV300F
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96 Imaging
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Panasonic FS15 vs Samsung DV300F Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 1600 (Increase to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 29-145mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 136g - 97 x 54 x 22mm
- Launched January 2009
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-125mm (F2.5-6.3) lens
- 133g - 95 x 57 x 18mm
- Announced January 2012
Panasonic FS15 vs Samsung DV300F Overview
The following is a extended comparison of the Panasonic FS15 versus Samsung DV300F, one is a Ultracompact and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Panasonic and Samsung. There is a big difference among the sensor resolutions of the FS15 (12MP) and DV300F (16MP) but they enjoy the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").
Japan-exclusive Leica Leitz Phone 3 features big sensor and new modesThe FS15 was launched 4 years before the DV300F which is a fairly big gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic FS15 being a Ultracompact camera and the Samsung DV300F being a Compact camera.
Before delving in to a full comparison, below is a simple synopsis of how the FS15 grades vs the DV300F for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Panasonic FS15 vs Samsung DV300F Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS15 and Samsung DV300F. The complete galleries are provided at Panasonic FS15 Gallery and Samsung DV300F Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic FS15 over the Samsung DV300F
FS15 | DV300F |
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Reasons to pick Samsung DV300F over the Panasonic FS15
DV300F | FS15 | |||
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Announced | January 2012 | January 2009 | Newer by 36 months | |
Display sizing | 3" | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") | |
Display resolution | 460k | 230k | Clearer display (+230k dot) |
Common features in the Panasonic FS15 and Samsung DV300F
FS15 | DV300F | |||
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Focus manually | No manual focus | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Selfie screen | Neither contains selfie screen | |||
Touch display | Neither contains Touch display |
Panasonic FS15 vs Samsung DV300F Physical Comparison
If you are looking to travel with your camera frequently, you'll need to think about its weight and measurements. The Panasonic FS15 has got outside dimensions of 97mm x 54mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.1" x 0.9") with a weight of 136 grams (0.30 lbs) while the Samsung DV300F has proportions of 95mm x 57mm x 18mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") and a weight of 133 grams (0.29 lbs).
Examine the Panasonic FS15 versus Samsung DV300F in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are using at that moment. Following is the front view sizing comparison of the FS15 vs the DV300F.
Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the FS15 and DV300F is 95 and 96 respectively.
Panasonic FS15 vs Samsung DV300F Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it is tough to see the contrast in sensor dimensions just by viewing specifications. The pic below should give you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the FS15 and DV300F.
Plainly, both cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but not the same MP. You should expect to see the Samsung DV300F to result in extra detail utilizing its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will allow you to crop photos a little more aggressively. The more aged FS15 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.
Panasonic FS15 vs Samsung DV300F Screen and ViewFinder
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Panasonic FS15 vs Samsung DV300F Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS15 | Samsung DV300F | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Panasonic | Samsung |
Model type | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS15 | Samsung DV300F |
Class | Ultracompact | Small Sensor Compact |
Launched | 2009-01-16 | 2012-01-02 |
Body design | Ultracompact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 27.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12MP | 16MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 16:9, 4:3 and 3:2 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4608 x 3456 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Max enhanced ISO | 6400 | - |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Total focus points | 11 | - |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 29-145mm (5.0x) | 25-125mm (5.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.3-5.9 | f/2.5-6.3 |
Macro focusing range | 5cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 2.7 inch | 3 inch |
Display resolution | 230k dot | 460k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Display tech | - | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 60 seconds | 16 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | 2.0 frames/s | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 4.10 m |
Flash modes | Auto, Auto Red-eye Reduction, Forced On, Forced Off | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
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) |
Max video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | Optional |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 136 grams (0.30 lbs) | 133 grams (0.29 lbs) |
Dimensions | 97 x 54 x 22mm (3.8" x 2.1" x 0.9") | 95 x 57 x 18mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 | - | BP88 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Double) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/MMC/SDHC card, Internal | MicroSD, MicroSDHC, Internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Retail cost | $180 | $200 |