Panasonic FS15 vs Samsung SL620
95 Imaging
35 Features
17 Overall
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94 Imaging
35 Features
13 Overall
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Panasonic FS15 vs Samsung SL620 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 1600 (Push 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)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 1600
- 640 x 480 video
- 35-175mm (F2.8-5.7) lens
- 168g - 92 x 61 x 23mm
- Launched February 2009
- Other Name is PL65
Panasonic FS15 vs Samsung SL620 Overview
Here, we will be comparing the Panasonic FS15 versus Samsung SL620, both Ultracompact cameras by rivals Panasonic and Samsung. The resolution of the FS15 (12MP) and the SL620 (12MP) is relatively comparable and both cameras offer the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").
Japan-exclusive Leica Leitz Phone 3 features big sensor and new modesThe FS15 was revealed about the same time to the SL620 and they are of a similar age. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Ultracompact).
Before going straight to a in depth comparison, here is a brief overview of how the FS15 scores vs the SL620 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Panasonic FS15 vs Samsung SL620 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS15 & Samsung SL620. The full galleries are available at Panasonic FS15 Gallery & Samsung SL620 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic FS15 over the Samsung SL620
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Reasons to pick Samsung SL620 over the Panasonic FS15
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Common features in the Panasonic FS15 and Samsung SL620
FS15 | SL620 | |||
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Launched | January 2009 | February 2009 | Same age | |
Focus manually | Lack of manual focus | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen size | 2.7" | 2.7" | Same screen sizing | |
Screen resolution | 230k | 230k | Exact same screen resolution | |
Selfie screen | No selfie screen | |||
Touch screen | Neither has Touch screen |
Panasonic FS15 vs Samsung SL620 Physical Comparison
If you're aiming to travel with your camera often, you'll need to think about its weight and volume. The Panasonic FS15 has exterior measurements of 97mm x 54mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.1" x 0.9") and a weight of 136 grams (0.30 lbs) while the Samsung SL620 has sizing of 92mm x 61mm x 23mm (3.6" x 2.4" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 168 grams (0.37 lbs).
Take a look at the Panasonic FS15 versus Samsung SL620 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into account, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are utilizing at that time. Here is a front view measurement comparison of the FS15 and the SL620.
Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the FS15 and SL620 is 95 and 94 respectively.
Panasonic FS15 vs Samsung SL620 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it can be hard to imagine the difference in sensor dimensions purely by checking out specifications. The picture here will give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the FS15 and SL620.
Plainly, both of the cameras feature the identical sensor size and the same megapixels and you can expect comparable quality of files although you will need to take the launch date of the cameras into account.
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Panasonic FS15 vs Samsung SL620 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS15 | Samsung SL620 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Panasonic | Samsung |
Model | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS15 | Samsung SL620 |
Otherwise known as | - | PL65 |
Class | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Launched | 2009-01-16 | 2009-02-17 |
Body design | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 27.7mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 16:9, 4:3 and 3:2 | - |
Peak resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4000 x 3000 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 1600 |
Highest enhanced ISO | 6400 | - |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Number of focus points | 11 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 29-145mm (5.0x) | 35-175mm (5.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.3-5.9 | f/2.8-5.7 |
Macro focus distance | 5cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 2.7" | 2.7" |
Resolution of screen | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 60s | 8s |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shutter speed | 2.0 frames per sec | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | - | 4.60 m |
Flash modes | Auto, Auto Red-eye Reduction, Forced On, Forced Off | Auto, On, Off, Auto & Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync, Fill-in Flash, Flash Off, Red-Eye Fix |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 800 x 592 (20 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (60, 30 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) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 136g (0.30 lb) | 168g (0.37 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 97 x 54 x 22mm (3.8" x 2.1" x 0.9") | 92 x 61 x 23mm (3.6" x 2.4" x 0.9") |
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) | Yes |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | SD/MMC/SDHC card, Internal | SD/MMC/SDHC card, Internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Cost at release | $180 | $200 |