Panasonic FS15 vs Samsung PL120
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![Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS15 front Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS15 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-FS15/Panasonic-FS15-front.jpg)
![Samsung PL120 front Samsung PL120 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Samsung-PL120/Samsung-PL120-front.jpg)
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Panasonic FS15 vs Samsung PL120 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 1600 (Bump to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 29-145mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 136g - 97 x 54 x 22mm
- Released January 2009
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 0 - 3200
- 1280 x 720 video
- ()mm (F) lens
- n/ag - 94 x 54 x 19mm
- Revealed January 2011
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Panasonic FS15 vs Samsung PL120 Overview
On this page, we will be evaluating the Panasonic FS15 vs Samsung PL120, both Ultracompact digital cameras by companies Panasonic and Samsung. The resolution of the FS15 (12MP) and the PL120 (14MP) is pretty well matched and both cameras have the same sensor size (1/2.3").
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The FS15 was revealed 23 months earlier than the PL120 which makes them a generation apart from each other. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Ultracompact).
Before delving into a detailed comparison, here is a concise highlight of how the FS15 scores against the PL120 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
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Panasonic FS15 vs Samsung PL120 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS15 and Samsung PL120. The full galleries are provided at Panasonic FS15 Gallery and Samsung PL120 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic FS15 over the Samsung PL120
FS15 | PL120 |
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Reasons to pick Samsung PL120 over the Panasonic FS15
PL120 | FS15 | |||
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Revealed | January 2011 | ![]() | January 2009 | Fresher by 23 months |
Common features in the Panasonic FS15 and Samsung PL120
FS15 | PL120 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Lack of manual focusing | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen dimensions | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.7" | Equal screen size |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Equal screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither comes with selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Lack of Touch screen |
Panasonic FS15 vs Samsung PL120 Physical Comparison
If you're looking to carry your camera frequently, you have to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic FS15 comes with exterior measurements of 97mm x 54mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.1" x 0.9") along with a weight of 136 grams (0.30 lbs) and the Samsung PL120 has dimensions of 94mm x 54mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.7") having a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).
Check the Panasonic FS15 vs Samsung PL120 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are utilising during that time. Below is a front view sizing comparison of the FS15 vs the PL120.
![Panasonic FS15 vs Samsung PL120 size comparison Panasonic FS15 vs Samsung PL120 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-FS15-vs-Samsung-PL120-size-comparison.jpg)
Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the FS15 and PL120 is 95 and 99 respectively.
![Panasonic FS15 vs Samsung PL120 top view buttons comparison Panasonic FS15 vs Samsung PL120 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-FS15-vs-Samsung-PL120-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Panasonic FS15 vs Samsung PL120 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it's difficult to picture the gap between sensor sizing just by checking specifications. The photograph here will help offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the FS15 and PL120.
To sum up, both of the cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit different resolution. You should expect the Samsung PL120 to resolve greater detail because of its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will help you crop pictures a bit more aggressively. The older FS15 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor tech.
![Panasonic FS15 vs Samsung PL120 sensor size comparison Panasonic FS15 vs Samsung PL120 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-FS15-vs-Samsung-PL120-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Panasonic FS15 vs Samsung PL120 Screen and ViewFinder
![Panasonic FS15 vs Samsung PL120 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Panasonic FS15 vs Samsung PL120 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-FS15-vs-Samsung-PL120-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison
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Street Comparison
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Sports Comparison
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Travel Comparison
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Landscape Comparison
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Vlogging Comparison
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Panasonic FS15 vs Samsung PL120 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS15 | Samsung PL120 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Panasonic | Samsung |
Model | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS15 | Samsung PL120 |
Type | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Released | 2009-01-16 | 2011-01-05 |
Body design | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.16 x 4.62mm |
Sensor surface area | 27.7mm² | 28.5mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 14 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 16:9, 4:3 and 3:2 | - |
Peak resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4608 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Highest enhanced ISO | 6400 | - |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | - |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Number of focus points | 11 | - |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 29-145mm (5.0x) | () |
Max aperture | f/3.3-5.9 | - |
Macro focus distance | 5cm | - |
Crop factor | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 2.7" | 2.7" |
Display resolution | 230 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 60 secs | 8 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | 2.0 frames/s | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash options | Auto, Auto Red-eye Reduction, Forced On, Forced Off | - |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 |
Highest video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | - |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | none |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 136 gr (0.30 pounds) | - |
Physical dimensions | 97 x 54 x 22mm (3.8" x 2.1" x 0.9") | 94 x 54 x 19mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | - |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/MMC/SDHC card, Internal | - |
Storage slots | 1 | - |
Pricing at release | $180 | $150 |