Panasonic FS25 vs Samsung SL202

Lets look more in depth at the Panasonic FS25 vs Samsung SL202, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by companies Panasonic and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the FS25 (12MP) and the SL202 (10MP) is fairly comparable and both cameras boast the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

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The FS25 was manufactured within a month of the SL202 and they are both of a similar generation. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before we go straight to a full comparison, here is a short synopsis of how the FS25 matches up vs the SL202 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS25 and Samsung SL202. The entire galleries are provided at Panasonic FS25 Gallery and Samsung SL202 Gallery.

For those who are intending to carry your camera frequently, you'll have to think about its weight and measurements. The Panasonic FS25 provides outer measurements of 97mm x 58mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.9") having a weight of 148 grams (0.33 lbs) and the Samsung SL202 has proportions of 92mm x 61mm x 23mm (3.6" x 2.4" x 0.9") and a weight of 168 grams (0.37 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you choose at the time. Below is a front view physical size comparison of the FS25 and the SL202.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the FS25 and SL202 is 95 and 94 respectively.

Quite often, it is very hard to visualise the difference in sensor sizing merely by going through a spec sheet. The graphic here may give you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the FS25 and SL202.

As you can see, both the cameras come with the identical sensor size but not the same megapixels. You should anticipate the Panasonic FS25 to show extra detail due to its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will enable you to crop pics a good deal more aggressively.