Panasonic FS15 vs Samsung GX-20

In this write-up, we will be comparing the Panasonic FS15 and Samsung GX-20, one is a Ultracompact and the latter is a Advanced DSLR by manufacturers Panasonic and Samsung. The resolution of the FS15 (12MP) and the GX-20 (15MP) is pretty well matched but the FS15 (1/2.3") and GX-20 (APS-C) enjoy different sensor size.

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The FS15 was unveiled 12 months after the GX-20 which means that they are of a similar generation. Both of the cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic FS15 being a Ultracompact camera and the Samsung GX-20 being a Mid-size SLR camera.

Before delving through a in depth comparison, below is a simple summary of how the FS15 matches up vs the GX-20 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS15 and Samsung GX-20. The full galleries are viewable at Panasonic FS15 Gallery and Samsung GX-20 Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to travel with your camera often, you will need to consider its weight and volume. The Panasonic FS15 has got external measurements of 97mm x 54mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.1" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 136 grams (0.30 lbs) while the Samsung GX-20 has sizing of 142mm x 101mm x 72mm (5.6" x 4.0" x 2.8") with a weight of 800 grams (1.76 lbs).

Take a look at the Panasonic FS15 and Samsung GX-20 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are utilizing at that time. The following is the front view measurements comparison of the FS15 and the GX-20.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the FS15 and GX-20 is 95 and 58 respectively.

Sometimes, its hard to picture the gap between sensor dimensions only by reading through specs. The picture below might give you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the FS15 and GX-20.

All in all, both the cameras enjoy different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The FS15 using its tinier sensor is going to make achieving shallower depth of field more challenging and the Samsung GX-20 will give greater detail having an extra 3 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also let you crop shots far more aggressively. The more recent FS15 should have an edge with regard to sensor tech.