Panasonic FS15 vs Samsung SL720
95 Imaging
34 Features
17 Overall
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94 Imaging
35 Features
14 Overall
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Panasonic FS15 vs Samsung SL720 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- 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
- Introduced January 2009
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 1600
- 640 x 480 video
- 28-102mm (F2.8-5.7) lens
- 168g - 92 x 61 x 23mm
- Introduced July 2009
- Alternative Name is PL70
Panasonic FS15 vs Samsung SL720 Overview
Here, we are analyzing the Panasonic FS15 vs Samsung SL720, both Ultracompact cameras by manufacturers Panasonic and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the FS15 (12MP) and the SL720 (12MP) is very close and both cameras posses the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe FS15 was brought out 5 months earlier than the SL720 and they are of a similar generation. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Ultracompact).
Before we go straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a concise highlight of how the FS15 scores vs the SL720 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Panasonic FS15 vs Samsung SL720 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS15 and Samsung SL720. The entire galleries are available at Panasonic FS15 Gallery and Samsung SL720 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic FS15 over the Samsung SL720
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Reasons to pick Samsung SL720 over the Panasonic FS15
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Common features in the Panasonic FS15 and Samsung SL720
FS15 | SL720 | |||
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Introduced | January 2009 | July 2009 | Same generation | |
Manually focus | No manual focus | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display size | 2.7" | 2.7" | Same display measurement | |
Display resolution | 230k | 230k | The same display resolution | |
Selfie screen | Lack of selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly display | Lack of Touch friendly display |
Panasonic FS15 vs Samsung SL720 Physical Comparison
If you are planning to travel with your camera, you are going to need to think about its weight and proportions. The Panasonic FS15 has got exterior 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 SL720 has measurements of 92mm x 61mm x 23mm (3.6" x 2.4" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 168 grams (0.37 lbs).
Check out the Panasonic FS15 vs Samsung SL720 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are utilising at the time. Underneath is a front view scale comparison of the FS15 against the SL720.
Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the FS15 and SL720 is 95 and 94 respectively.
Panasonic FS15 vs Samsung SL720 Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it can be tough to visualize the contrast in sensor dimensions merely by viewing specs. The pic underneath will give you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the FS15 and SL720.
All in all, the 2 cameras come with the identical sensor size and the same MP and you should expect comparable quality of pictures however you will need to factor the production date of the cameras into account.
Panasonic FS15 vs Samsung SL720 Screen and ViewFinder
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Panasonic FS15 vs Samsung SL720 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS15 | Samsung SL720 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Panasonic | Samsung |
Model | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS15 | Samsung SL720 |
Alternative name | - | PL70 |
Class | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Introduced | 2009-01-16 | 2009-07-14 |
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 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 16:9, 4:3 and 3:2 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4000 x 3000 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 1600 |
Max boosted ISO | 6400 | - |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | 11 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 29-145mm (5.0x) | 28-102mm (3.6x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.3-5.9 | f/2.8-5.7 |
Macro focus range | 5cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 2.7 inches | 2.7 inches |
Display resolution | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 60 secs | 8 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/1500 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | 2.0 frames per second | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | - | 4.60 m |
Flash options | Auto, Auto Red-eye Reduction, Forced On, Forced Off | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, Slow sync |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
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) |
Max video resolution | 640x480 | 640x480 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
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 | 136 gr (0.30 pounds) | 168 gr (0.37 pounds) |
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 All around 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 | ||
Battery model | - | SLB-10A |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | SD/MMC/SDHC card, Internal | SD/MMC/SDHC card, Internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Pricing at launch | $180 | $119 |