Panasonic FS15 vs Samsung ST600
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Panasonic FS15 vs Samsung ST600 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
- Released January 2009
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 4800 (Bump to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 27-135mm (F3.3-5.5) lens
- 150g - 104 x 60 x 20mm
- Released January 2010
Panasonic FS15 vs Samsung ST600 Overview
In this write-up, we are analyzing the Panasonic FS15 and Samsung ST600, both Ultracompact digital cameras by rivals Panasonic and Samsung. The resolution of the FS15 (12MP) and the ST600 (14MP) is very similar and they come with the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").
Fujifilm accuses Eastman Kodak of patent violation in new lawsuitThe FS15 was manufactured 11 months before the ST600 and they are of a similar generation. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (Ultracompact).
Before getting in to a in-depth comparison, below is a concise overview of how the FS15 scores against the ST600 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Panasonic FS15 vs Samsung ST600 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS15 and Samsung ST600. The entire galleries are viewable at Panasonic FS15 Gallery and Samsung ST600 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic FS15 over the Samsung ST600
FS15 | ST600 |
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Reasons to pick Samsung ST600 over the Panasonic FS15
ST600 | FS15 | |||
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Released | January 2010 | January 2009 | Newer by 11 months | |
Display sizing | 3.5" | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.8") | |
Display resolution | 1152k | 230k | Crisper display (+922k dot) | |
Touch display | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Panasonic FS15 and Samsung ST600
FS15 | ST600 | |||
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Manual focus | No manual focus | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Selfie screen | No selfie screen |
Panasonic FS15 vs Samsung ST600 Physical Comparison
In case you're aiming to travel with your camera frequently, you need to factor its weight and volume. The Panasonic FS15 enjoys outside 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 ST600 has sizing of 104mm x 60mm x 20mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 0.8") and a weight of 150 grams (0.33 lbs).
Look at the Panasonic FS15 and Samsung ST600 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are working with during that time. Below is the front view overall size comparison of the FS15 versus the ST600.
Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the FS15 and ST600 is 95 and 95 respectively.
Panasonic FS15 vs Samsung ST600 Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it is very hard to imagine the contrast between sensor dimensions just by reviewing specifications. The picture here may offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the FS15 and ST600.
To sum up, both cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but different megapixels. You should expect to see the Samsung ST600 to deliver more detail due to its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will enable you to crop images a little more aggressively. The more aged FS15 is going to be behind with regard to sensor innovation.
Panasonic FS15 vs Samsung ST600 Screen and ViewFinder
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Panasonic FS15 vs Samsung ST600 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS15 | Samsung ST600 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Panasonic | Samsung |
Model | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS15 | Samsung ST600 |
Type | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Released | 2009-01-16 | 2010-01-06 |
Physical type | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 27.7mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12MP | 14MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 16:9, 4:3 and 3:2 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4320 x 3240 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 4800 |
Max boosted ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Number of focus points | 11 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 29-145mm (5.0x) | 27-135mm (5.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.3-5.9 | f/3.3-5.5 |
Macro focus distance | 5cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.9 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 2.7" | 3.5" |
Screen resolution | 230 thousand dots | 1,152 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
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 rate | 2.0 frames/s | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | - | 5.00 m |
Flash settings | Auto, Auto Red-eye Reduction, Forced On, Forced Off | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
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 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (60, 30, 15 fps) |
Max video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 136g (0.30 pounds) | 150g (0.33 pounds) |
Dimensions | 97 x 54 x 22mm (3.8" x 2.1" x 0.9") | 104 x 60 x 20mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 0.8") |
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 | - | SLB07 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Double, Motion) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/MMC/SDHC card, Internal | MicroSD/ MicroSDHC, Internal |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Cost at launch | $180 | $330 |