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Panasonic FS15 vs Samsung ST80

Portability
95
Imaging
35
Features
17
Overall
27
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS15 front
 
Samsung ST80 front
Portability
96
Imaging
37
Features
34
Overall
35

Panasonic FS15 vs Samsung ST80 Key Specs

Panasonic FS15
(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)
  • 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
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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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The FS15 was manufactured 11 months before the ST80 so they are of a similar age. Both cameras have the same body design (Ultracompact).

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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Reasons to pick Panasonic FS15 over the Samsung ST80

 FS15 ST80 

Reasons to pick Samsung ST80 over the Panasonic FS15

 ST80 FS15 
ReleasedJanuary 2010January 2009Newer by 11 months
Display dimensions3"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 typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Display resolution230k230kExact 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. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

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.

Panasonic FS15 vs Samsung ST80 size comparison

Using size and weight, the portability score of the FS15 and ST80 is 95 and 96 respectively.

Panasonic FS15 vs Samsung ST80 top view buttons comparison

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 sensor size comparison

Panasonic FS15 vs Samsung ST80 Screen and ViewFinder

Panasonic FS15 vs Samsung ST80 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Portrait photography with Panasonic FS15
Portrait photography with Samsung ST80
21
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
30
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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Street Comparison

Panasonic FS15 as a Street photography camera
Samsung ST80 as a Street photography camera
57
image stabilization (Optical)
fixed screen
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW support
63
has image stabilization (Optical)
offers touch focus
fixed screen
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
no RAW format
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Sports Comparison

Panasonic FS15 as a Sports photography camera
Samsung ST80 as a Sports photography camera
25
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
43
has image stabilization (Optical)
decent sensor resolution (14MP)
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
no phase detect auto focus
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Travel Comparison

Panasonic FS15 Travel photography info
Samsung ST80 Travel photography info
51
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)
62
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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Landscape Comparison

Panasonic FS15 Landscape photography factors
Samsung ST80 Landscape photography factors
28
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
39
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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Vlogging Comparison

Panasonic FS15 Vlogging details
Samsung ST80 Vlogging details
25
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
28
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

Detailed spec comparison table for Panasonic FS15 and Samsung ST80
 Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS15Samsung 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