Panasonic FS15 vs Samsung TL240
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Panasonic FS15 vs Samsung TL240 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 1600 (Raise to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 29-145mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 136g - 97 x 54 x 22mm
- Revealed January 2009
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 4800 (Raise to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 31-217mm (F3.3-5.5) lens
- 160g - 104 x 58 x 20mm
- Introduced January 2010
- Alternate Name is ST5000
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The following is a extended review of the Panasonic FS15 versus Samsung TL240, both Ultracompact cameras by brands Panasonic and Samsung. The resolution of the FS15 (12MP) and the TL240 (14MP) is very close and both cameras boast the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe FS15 was revealed 11 months prior to the TL240 which means that they are of a similar generation. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Ultracompact).
Before delving straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a short overview of how the FS15 matches up vs the TL240 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
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Reasons to pick Panasonic FS15 over the Samsung TL240
| FS15 | TL240 |
|---|
Reasons to pick Samsung TL240 over the Panasonic FS15
| TL240 | FS15 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Introduced | January 2010 |  | January 2009 | Newer by 11 months |
| Display size | 3.5" |  | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.8") |
| Touch friendly display |  | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Panasonic FS15 and Samsung TL240
| FS15 | TL240 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manual focus |  | No manual focus | ||
| Display type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed display |
| Display resolution | 230k |  | 230k | Identical display resolution |
| Selfie screen |  | Missing selfie screen |
Panasonic FS15 vs Samsung TL240 Physical Comparison
In case you're going to travel with your camera regularly, you need to take into account its weight and size. The Panasonic FS15 provides physical dimensions of 97mm x 54mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.1" x 0.9") having a weight of 136 grams (0.30 lbs) and the Samsung TL240 has specifications of 104mm x 58mm x 20mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") along with a weight of 160 grams (0.35 lbs).
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Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you have at that time. Below is a front view scale comparison of the FS15 vs the TL240.
Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the FS15 and TL240 is 95 and 95 respectively.
Panasonic FS15 vs Samsung TL240 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it is very difficult to envision the contrast in sensor dimensions only by looking through a spec sheet. The image below will help provide you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the FS15 and TL240.
As you can see, the two cameras feature the identical sensor size but not the same megapixels. You should expect to see the Samsung TL240 to render more detail because of its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will enable you to crop pics way more aggressively. The more aged FS15 will be behind when it comes to sensor technology.
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Panasonic FS15 vs Samsung TL240 Specifications
| Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS15 | Samsung TL240 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Manufacturer | Panasonic | Samsung |
| Model | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS15 | Samsung TL240 |
| Also referred to as | - | ST5000 |
| Type | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
| Revealed | 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 measurements | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
| Sensor area | 27.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 14 megapixel |
| Anti aliasing filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 16:9, 4:3 and 3:2 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
| Highest Possible resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4334 x 3256 |
| Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 4800 |
| Maximum enhanced ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
| Lowest native ISO | 80 | 80 |
| RAW pictures | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focus | ||
| AF touch | ||
| AF continuous | ||
| Single AF | ||
| AF tracking | ||
| Selective AF | ||
| Center weighted AF | ||
| Multi area AF | ||
| AF live view | ||
| Face detect focusing | ||
| Contract detect focusing | ||
| Phase detect focusing | ||
| Number of focus points | 11 | - |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens focal range | 29-145mm (5.0x) | 31-217mm (7.0x) |
| Max aperture | f/3.3-5.9 | f/3.3-5.5 |
| Macro focus range | 5cm | 1cm |
| Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Display size | 2.7" | 3.5" |
| Display resolution | 230 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch display | ||
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Min shutter speed | 60 secs | 8 secs |
| Max shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/1500 secs |
| Continuous shutter rate | 2.0 frames per sec | - |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manually set exposure | ||
| Set WB | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Integrated 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 |
| External flash | ||
| 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) |
| Maximum video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
| Video format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
| Microphone 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 | ||
| Environmental sealing | ||
| Water proof | ||
| Dust proof | ||
| Shock proof | ||
| Crush proof | ||
| Freeze proof | ||
| Weight | 136 gr (0.30 lb) | 160 gr (0.35 lb) |
| Physical dimensions | 97 x 54 x 22mm (3.8" x 2.1" x 0.9") | 104 x 58 x 20mm (4.1" 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 | ||
| Battery model | - | SLB-11A |
| 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 |
| Card slots | Single | Single |
| Retail pricing | $180 | $171 |