Panasonic FS15 vs Samsung GX-1S

Let's look more closely at the Panasonic FS15 vs Samsung GX-1S, former being a Ultracompact while the latter is a Advanced DSLR by competitors Panasonic and Samsung. There exists a substantial gap between the image resolutions of the FS15 (12MP) and GX-1S (6MP) and the FS15 (1/2.3") and GX-1S (APS-C) boast different sensor size.

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The FS15 was brought out 3 years later than the GX-1S and that is quite a big difference as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras have different body design with the Panasonic FS15 being a Ultracompact camera and the Samsung GX-1S being a Mid-size SLR camera.

Before getting straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a simple summary of how the FS15 grades versus the GX-1S when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS15 & Samsung GX-1S. The entire galleries are available at Panasonic FS15 Gallery & Samsung GX-1S Gallery.

If you're looking to carry your camera regularly, you should consider its weight and measurements. The Panasonic FS15 features physical measurements of 97mm x 54mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.1" x 0.9") with a weight of 136 grams (0.30 lbs) whilst the Samsung GX-1S has proportions of 125mm x 93mm x 66mm (4.9" x 3.7" x 2.6") having a weight of 605 grams (1.33 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are working with at the time. Below is a front view dimensions comparison of the FS15 versus the GX-1S.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the FS15 and GX-1S is 95 and 68 respectively.

Normally, it is tough to imagine the contrast between sensor sizing just by going over specs. The graphic below might provide you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the FS15 and GX-1S.

All in all, both of the cameras have different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The FS15 because of its tinier sensor is going to make shooting shallower DOF harder and the Panasonic FS15 will offer greater detail having its extra 6 Megapixels. Higher resolution will allow you to crop shots a bit more aggressively. The younger FS15 should have an edge with regard to sensor tech.