Panasonic FS15 vs Samsung ST700

The following is a complete review of the Panasonic FS15 versus Samsung ST700, both Ultracompact digital cameras by rivals Panasonic and Samsung. There exists a considerable gap between the resolutions of the FS15 (12MP) and ST700 (16MP) but they possess the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The FS15 was unveiled 23 months before the ST700 which makes the cameras a generation away from one another. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Ultracompact).

Before delving through a full comparison, below is a concise view of how the FS15 grades versus the ST700 for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS15 & Samsung ST700. The full galleries are provided at Panasonic FS15 Gallery & Samsung ST700 Gallery.

If you are going to travel with your camera regularly, you'll have to consider its weight and size. The Panasonic FS15 provides outside dimensions of 97mm x 54mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.1" x 0.9") along with a weight of 136 grams (0.30 lbs) whilst the Samsung ST700 has specifications of 99mm x 55mm x 20mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).

Compare the Panasonic FS15 versus Samsung ST700 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you have chosen at that moment. Following is the front view measurements comparison of the FS15 compared to the ST700.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the FS15 and ST700 is 95 and 99 respectively.

Sometimes, it's difficult to imagine the difference between sensor dimensions simply by reading through specs. The picture underneath will give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the FS15 and ST700.

As you can plainly see, each of the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit different megapixels. You can count on the Samsung ST700 to give extra detail having an extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also help you crop pictures far more aggressively. The more aged FS15 is going to be behind with regard to sensor technology.