Panasonic FS42 vs Samsung TL205
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Panasonic FS42 vs Samsung TL205 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.5" Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 1000 (Boost to 6400)
- 640 x 480 video
- 33-132mm (F2.8-5.9) lens
- 132g - 98 x 55 x 22mm
- Announced April 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
- Additionally referred to as PL100

Panasonic FS42 vs Samsung TL205 Overview
The following is a extensive overview of the Panasonic FS42 vs Samsung TL205, both Ultracompact cameras by rivals Panasonic and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the FS42 (10MP) and the TL205 (12MP) is relatively comparable but the FS42 (1/2.5") and TL205 (1/2.3") enjoy different sensor dimensions.

The FS42 was manufactured 8 months earlier than the TL205 and they are of a similar generation. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Ultracompact).
Before delving straight into a step-by-step comparison, below is a simple introduction of how the FS42 grades against the TL205 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Panasonic FS42 vs Samsung TL205 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS42 and Samsung TL205. The entire galleries are viewable at Panasonic FS42 Gallery and Samsung TL205 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic FS42 over the Samsung TL205
FS42 | TL205 |
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Reasons to pick Samsung TL205 over the Panasonic FS42
TL205 | FS42 | |||
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Launched | January 2010 | ![]() | April 2009 | Newer by 8 months |
Screen sizing | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.5" | Bigger screen (+0.2") |
Common features in the Panasonic FS42 and Samsung TL205
FS42 | TL205 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Lack of manual focus | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Exact same screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Missing selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Missing Touch screen |
Panasonic FS42 vs Samsung TL205 Physical Comparison
In case you're going to travel with your camera regularly, you will need to think about its weight and measurements. The Panasonic FS42 has exterior measurements of 98mm x 55mm x 22mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") and a weight of 132 grams (0.29 lbs) and the Samsung TL205 has proportions of 99mm x 59mm x 20mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") and a weight of 177 grams (0.39 lbs).
Check out the Panasonic FS42 vs Samsung TL205 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you have during that time. The following is the front view physical size comparison of the FS42 compared to the TL205.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the FS42 and TL205 is 95 and 94 respectively.

Panasonic FS42 vs Samsung TL205 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it is hard to picture the contrast in sensor dimensions only by going through technical specs. The picture underneath will give you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the FS42 and TL205.
As you can tell, each of these cameras offer different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The FS42 featuring a smaller sensor is going to make getting shallow depth of field harder and the Samsung TL205 will produce greater detail due to its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will help you crop pictures a little more aggressively. The more aged FS42 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.

Panasonic FS42 vs Samsung TL205 Screen and ViewFinder


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Panasonic FS42 vs Samsung TL205 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS42 | Samsung TL205 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Panasonic | Samsung |
Model type | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS42 | Samsung TL205 |
Alternative name | - | PL100 |
Type | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Announced | 2009-04-17 | 2010-01-06 |
Body design | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.5" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 5.744 x 4.308mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 24.7mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 4000 x 3000 |
Highest native ISO | 1000 | 3200 |
Highest enhanced ISO | 6400 | - |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 33-132mm (4.0x) | 35-105mm (3.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/2.8-5.9 | f/3.0-5.6 |
Macro focusing range | 5cm | 10cm |
Focal length multiplier | 6.3 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 2.5 inches | 2.7 inches |
Resolution of screen | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 60 seconds | 8 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/1500 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | 2.0fps | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 6.30 m | 3.40 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
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) |
Highest video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
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 seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 132g (0.29 lb) | 177g (0.39 lb) |
Dimensions | 98 x 55 x 22mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") | 99 x 59 x 20mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") |
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 | ||
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Double, Motion) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC card, Internal | MicroSD/ MicroSDHC, SD/SDHC Internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Cost at release | $580 | $180 |