Panasonic FS42 vs Samsung SH100

On this page, we are reviewing the Panasonic FS42 and Samsung SH100, both Ultracompact digital cameras by competitors Panasonic and Samsung. There exists a noticeable gap between the image resolutions of the FS42 (10MP) and SH100 (14MP) and the FS42 (1/2.5") and SH100 (1/2.3") posses totally different sensor dimensions.

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The FS42 was unveiled 20 months earlier than the SH100 making them a generation away from one another. The two cameras have the same body design (Ultracompact).

Before delving right into a full comparison, here is a short synopsis of how the FS42 scores vs the SH100 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS42 & Samsung SH100. The full galleries are available at Panasonic FS42 Gallery & Samsung SH100 Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to travel with your camera regularly, you should factor in its weight and proportions. The Panasonic FS42 offers exterior dimensions of 98mm x 55mm x 22mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") with a weight of 132 grams (0.29 lbs) while the Samsung SH100 has measurements of 93mm x 54mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.7") and a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you have at the time. Following is a front view sizing comparison of the FS42 compared to the SH100.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the FS42 and SH100 is 95 and 99 respectively.

Quite often, it can be hard to see the difference between sensor dimensions merely by reading technical specs. The picture underneath might give you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the FS42 and SH100.

As you can tell, the two cameras have different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The FS42 with its tinier sensor will make shooting shallow DOF tougher and the Samsung SH100 will offer greater detail having an extra 4MP. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop photos a bit more aggressively. The more aged FS42 is going to be behind in sensor tech.