Panasonic FS15 vs Samsung ST80
Portability
95 Imaging
34 Features
17 Overall
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95 Imaging
34 Features
17 Overall
27
Portability
96 Imaging
36 Features
34 Overall
35
96 Imaging
36 Features
34 Overall
35
Panasonic FS15 vs Samsung ST80 Key Specs
Panasonic FS15
(Full Review)
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 1600 (Boost to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 29-145mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 136g - 97 x 54 x 22mm
- Announced January 2009
Samsung ST80
(Full Review)
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 4800 (Bump to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 35-105mm (F3.3-5.5) lens
- 118g - 92 x 55 x 19mm
- Released January 2010
Photography Glossary Panasonic FS15 vs Samsung ST80 Overview
On this page, we are looking at the Panasonic FS15 versus Samsung ST80, both Ultracompact cameras by rivals Panasonic and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the FS15 (12MP) and the ST80 (14MP) is very comparable and both cameras provide the same sensor size (1/2.3").
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Before going straight to a detailed comparison, here is a concise overview of how the FS15 grades vs the ST80 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
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Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS15 & Samsung ST80. The entire galleries are provided at Panasonic FS15 Gallery & Samsung ST80 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic FS15 over the Samsung ST80
| FS15 | ST80 |
|---|
Reasons to pick Samsung ST80 over the Panasonic FS15
| ST80 | FS15 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Released | January 2010 |  | January 2009 | Newer by 11 months |
| Display dimensions | 3" |  | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
| Touch friendly display |  | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Panasonic FS15 and Samsung ST80
| FS15 | ST80 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manually focus |  | No manual focus | ||
| Display type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed display |
| Display resolution | 230k |  | 230k | Exact same display resolution |
| Selfie screen |  | Absent selfie screen |
Panasonic FS15 vs Samsung ST80 Physical Comparison
For those who are going to travel with your camera frequently, you will need to take into account its weight and proportions. The Panasonic FS15 has outside dimensions of 97mm x 54mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.1" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 136 grams (0.30 lbs) whilst the Samsung ST80 has measurements of 92mm x 55mm x 19mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.7") and a weight of 118 grams (0.26 lbs).
Look at the Panasonic FS15 versus Samsung ST80 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Always remember, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Below is a front view over all size comparison of the FS15 versus the ST80.
Using size and weight, the portability score of the FS15 and ST80 is 95 and 96 respectively.
Panasonic FS15 vs Samsung ST80 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it is very tough to visualize the gap in sensor dimensions simply by checking out specs. The image underneath may offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the FS15 and ST80.
All in all, both the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but different MP. You can expect to see the Samsung ST80 to show extra detail due to its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also let you crop photos more aggressively. The more aged FS15 will be behind with regard to sensor tech.
Panasonic FS15 vs Samsung ST80 Screen and ViewFinder
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Portrait Comparison
Portrait photography with Panasonic FS15
Portrait photography with Samsung ST80
lack of manual focus
no manual exposure
external flash not possible
low MP (12MP)
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW support
decent sensor resolution (14MP)
lack of manual focus
external flash not possible
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
no RAW format
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Panasonic FS15 as a Street photography camera
Samsung ST80 as a Street photography camera
image stabilization (Optical)
fixed screen
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW support
has image stabilization (Optical)
offers touch focus
fixed screen
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
no RAW format
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Panasonic FS15 as a Sports photography camera
Samsung ST80 as a Sports photography camera
image stabilization (Optical)
painfully slow continuous shooting (2.0 frames/s)
lack of shutter priority mode
low MP (12 megapixels)
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
doesn't have phase detect autofocus
has image stabilization (Optical)
decent sensor resolution (14MP)
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
no phase detect auto focus
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Panasonic FS15 Travel photography info
Samsung ST80 Travel photography info
has built in flash
doesn't have Timelapse mode
low MP (12 megapixels)
display isn't selfie friendly
wide angle not good (29mm)
slow maximum aperture (f3.3)
offers touch focus
decent sensor resolution (14 megapixels)
built-in flash
does not have Timelapse recording
does not contain selfie friendly screen
wide angle not the best (35mm)
sluggish max aperture (f3.3)
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Panasonic FS15 Landscape photography factors
Samsung ST80 Landscape photography factors
image stabilization (Optical)
lack of manual focus
cannot switch lens (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not good (29mm)
slow maximum aperture (f3.3)
small screen (2.7")
no manual exposure
low MP (12MP)
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW support
doesn't have Timelapse mode
pretty good screen size (3 inches)
has image stabilization (Optical)
decent sensor resolution (14MP)
lack of manual focus
can't swap lenses (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not the best (35mm)
sluggish max aperture (f3.3)
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
no RAW format
does not have Timelapse recording
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Panasonic FS15 Vlogging details
Samsung ST80 Vlogging details
image stabilization (Optical)
wide angle not good (29mm)
slow maximum aperture (f3.3)
display isn't selfie friendly
low video resolution (640 x 480 resolution)
doesn't have microphone support
touchscreen functionality
has image stabilization (Optical)
wide angle not the best (35mm)
sluggish max aperture (f3.3)
does not contain selfie friendly screen
low quality video (1280 x 720 pxls)
does not have microphone jack
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Panasonic FS15 vs Samsung ST80 Specifications
| Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS15 | Samsung ST80 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Company | Panasonic | Samsung |
| Model type | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS15 | Samsung ST80 |
| Class | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
| Announced | 2009-01-16 | 2010-01-06 |
| 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 | 14 megapixel |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 16:9, 4:3 and 3:2 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
| Max resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4320 x 3240 |
| Max native ISO | 1600 | 4800 |
| Max enhanced ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
| Min native ISO | 80 | 80 |
| RAW format | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Focus manually | ||
| Autofocus touch | ||
| Continuous autofocus | ||
| Single autofocus | ||
| Autofocus tracking | ||
| Autofocus selectice | ||
| Autofocus center weighted | ||
| Autofocus multi area | ||
| Live view autofocus | ||
| Face detection autofocus | ||
| Contract detection autofocus | ||
| Phase detection autofocus | ||
| Total focus points | 11 | - |
| Lens | ||
| Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens zoom range | 29-145mm (5.0x) | 35-105mm (3.0x) |
| Max aperture | f/3.3-5.9 | f/3.3-5.5 |
| Macro focusing range | 5cm | 5cm |
| Crop factor | 5.9 | 5.9 |
| Screen | ||
| Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Screen size | 2.7 inch | 3 inch |
| Screen resolution | 230k dot | 230k dot |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch functionality | ||
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder type | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Min shutter speed | 60 seconds | 8 seconds |
| Max shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/1500 seconds |
| Continuous shutter speed | 2.0 frames per sec | - |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manually set exposure | ||
| Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
| Custom white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Built-in flash | ||
| Flash distance | - | 5.00 m |
| Flash options | Auto, Auto Red-eye Reduction, Forced On, Forced Off | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync |
| Hot shoe | ||
| Auto exposure bracketing | ||
| WB bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment metering | ||
| Average metering | ||
| Spot metering | ||
| Partial metering | ||
| AF area metering | ||
| Center weighted metering | ||
| 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 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 | ||
| Environment seal | ||
| Water proofing | ||
| Dust proofing | ||
| Shock proofing | ||
| Crush proofing | ||
| Freeze proofing | ||
| Weight | 136 grams (0.30 lbs) | 118 grams (0.26 lbs) |
| Physical dimensions | 97 x 54 x 22mm (3.8" x 2.1" x 0.9") | 92 x 55 x 19mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.7") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
| Other | ||
| Battery ID | - | BP70A |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Double, Motion) |
| Time lapse shooting | ||
| Type of storage | SD/MMC/SDHC card, Internal | MicroSD/ MicroSDHC, Internal |
| Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
| Cost at release | $180 | $249 |