Panasonic FS15 vs Samsung TL205
95 Imaging
34 Features
17 Overall
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94 Imaging
35 Features
17 Overall
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Panasonic FS15 vs Samsung TL205 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 1600 (Bump 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
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- 1280 x 720 video
- 35-105mm (F3.0-5.6) lens
- 177g - 99 x 59 x 20mm
- Launched January 2010
- Also referred to as PL100

Panasonic FS15 vs Samsung TL205 Overview
Its time to look a bit more in depth at the Panasonic FS15 vs Samsung TL205, both Ultracompact cameras by competitors Panasonic and Samsung. The image resolution of the FS15 (12MP) and the TL205 (12MP) is relatively close and both cameras posses the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

The FS15 was manufactured 11 months before the TL205 and they are of a similar generation. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Ultracompact).
Before getting right into a complete comparison, here is a short summary of how the FS15 grades against the TL205 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Panasonic FS15 vs Samsung TL205 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS15 and Samsung TL205. The entire galleries are available at Panasonic FS15 Gallery and Samsung TL205 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic FS15 over the Samsung TL205
FS15 | TL205 |
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Reasons to pick Samsung TL205 over the Panasonic FS15
TL205 | FS15 | |||
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Launched | January 2010 | ![]() | January 2009 | Newer by 11 months |
Common features in the Panasonic FS15 and Samsung TL205
FS15 | TL205 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Lack of manual focus | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen size | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.7" | Same screen measurements |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Same screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither includes selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Lack of Touch screen |
Panasonic FS15 vs Samsung TL205 Physical Comparison
For those who are aiming to travel with your camera regularly, you will want to take into account its weight and proportions. The Panasonic FS15 features outer measurements of 97mm x 54mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.1" x 0.9") having a weight of 136 grams (0.30 lbs) whilst the Samsung TL205 has measurements of 99mm x 59mm x 20mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") with a weight of 177 grams (0.39 lbs).
Contrast the Panasonic FS15 vs Samsung TL205 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you have at that time. The following is a front view size comparison of the FS15 compared to the TL205.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the FS15 and TL205 is 95 and 94 respectively.

Panasonic FS15 vs Samsung TL205 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it is very difficult to see the contrast in sensor dimensions simply by researching specifications. The picture below will give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the FS15 and TL205.
To sum up, each of the cameras feature the identical sensor size and the identical resolution and you should expect comparable quality of images however you should factor the release date of the cameras into account. The more aged FS15 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.

Panasonic FS15 vs Samsung TL205 Screen and ViewFinder


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Panasonic FS15 vs Samsung TL205 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS15 | Samsung TL205 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Panasonic | Samsung |
Model | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS15 | Samsung TL205 |
Alternate name | - | PL100 |
Class | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Announced | 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 | 12 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 16:9, 4:3 and 3:2 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4000 x 3000 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Max enhanced ISO | 6400 | - |
Min native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Number of focus points | 11 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 29-145mm (5.0x) | 35-105mm (3.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.3-5.9 | f/3.0-5.6 |
Macro focus distance | 5cm | 10cm |
Crop factor | 5.9 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 2.7 inches | 2.7 inches |
Display resolution | 230k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 60s | 8s |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/1500s |
Continuous shutter rate | 2.0 frames per second | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | - | 3.40 m |
Flash options | Auto, Auto Red-eye Reduction, Forced On, Forced Off | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
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 fps) |
Max video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
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 lb) | 177g (0.39 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 97 x 54 x 22mm (3.8" x 2.1" x 0.9") | 99 x 59 x 20mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 | ||
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Double, Motion) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/MMC/SDHC card, Internal | MicroSD/ MicroSDHC, SD/SDHC Internal |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Retail price | $180 | $180 |