Panasonic FS42 vs Samsung TL225
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Panasonic FS42 vs Samsung TL225 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.5" Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 1000 (Bump to 6400)
- 640 x 480 video
- 33-132mm (F2.8-5.9) lens
- 132g - 98 x 55 x 22mm
- Released April 2009
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 27-124mm (F3.5-5.9) lens
- 187g - 100 x 60 x 19mm
- Launched August 2009
- Alternative Name is ST550
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Below, we will be reviewing the Panasonic FS42 vs Samsung TL225, both Ultracompact cameras by competitors Panasonic and Samsung. The image resolution of the FS42 (10MP) and the TL225 (12MP) is relatively close but the FS42 (1/2.5") and TL225 (1/2.3") possess different sensor dimensions.
Japan-exclusive Leica Leitz Phone 3 features big sensor and new modesThe FS42 was introduced 3 months prior to the TL225 so they are of a similar generation. The two cameras come with the identical body type (Ultracompact).
Before getting in to a step-by-step comparison, below is a short highlight of how the FS42 matches up versus the TL225 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
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Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS42 and Samsung TL225. The whole galleries are provided at Panasonic FS42 Gallery and Samsung TL225 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic FS42 over the Samsung TL225
| FS42 | TL225 |
|---|
Reasons to pick Samsung TL225 over the Panasonic FS42
| TL225 | FS42 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Screen dimension | 3.5" |  | 2.5" | Bigger screen (+1") |
| Screen resolution | 1152k |  | 230k | Sharper screen (+922k dot) |
| Touch friendly screen |  | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Panasonic FS42 and Samsung TL225
| FS42 | TL225 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Launched | April 2009 |  | August 2009 | Same generation |
| Focus manually |  | No manual focus | ||
| Screen type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed screen |
| Selfie screen |  | Neither includes selfie screen |
Panasonic FS42 vs Samsung TL225 Physical Comparison
When you are planning to travel with your camera, you will want to think about its weight and proportions. The Panasonic FS42 features physical dimensions 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 TL225 has measurements of 100mm x 60mm x 19mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 187 grams (0.41 lbs).
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Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are utilising at that moment. Underneath is the front view size comparison of the FS42 against the TL225.
Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the FS42 and TL225 is 95 and 94 respectively.
Panasonic FS42 vs Samsung TL225 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it is tough to imagine the contrast in sensor dimensions simply by looking through a spec sheet. The picture underneath should provide you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the FS42 and TL225.
Clearly, both of these cameras have got different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The FS42 having a smaller sensor is going to make getting shallow DOF tougher and the Samsung TL225 will render greater detail using its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also help you crop pictures much more aggressively.
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Panasonic FS42 vs Samsung TL225 Specifications
| Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS42 | Samsung TL225 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Brand | Panasonic | Samsung |
| Model | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS42 | Samsung TL225 |
| Otherwise known as | - | ST550 |
| Class | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
| Released | 2009-04-17 | 2009-08-13 |
| Physical type | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
| Sensor size | 1/2.5" | 1/2.3" |
| Sensor dimensions | 5.744 x 4.308mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
| Sensor surface area | 24.7mm² | 27.7mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 10 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
| Anti aliasing filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
| Highest resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 4000 x 3000 |
| Highest native ISO | 1000 | 3200 |
| Highest boosted ISO | 6400 | - |
| Minimum native ISO | 80 | 80 |
| RAW format | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Focus manually | ||
| Touch to focus | ||
| Continuous AF | ||
| AF single | ||
| AF tracking | ||
| AF selectice | ||
| Center weighted AF | ||
| AF multi area | ||
| Live view AF | ||
| Face detect focusing | ||
| Contract detect focusing | ||
| Phase detect focusing | ||
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens focal range | 33-132mm (4.0x) | 27-124mm (4.6x) |
| Maximal aperture | f/2.8-5.9 | f/3.5-5.9 |
| Macro focus distance | 5cm | 5cm |
| Focal length multiplier | 6.3 | 5.9 |
| Screen | ||
| Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Display diagonal | 2.5 inches | 3.5 inches |
| Display resolution | 230 thousand dots | 1,152 thousand dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch capability | ||
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder type | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Slowest shutter speed | 60 secs | 8 secs |
| Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
| Continuous shooting rate | 2.0 frames per sec | - |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manual mode | ||
| Set WB | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Built-in flash | ||
| Flash range | 6.30 m | 3.40 m |
| Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, Slow sync, Manual |
| External flash | ||
| Auto exposure bracketing | ||
| White balance bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment exposure | ||
| Average exposure | ||
| Spot exposure | ||
| Partial exposure | ||
| AF area exposure | ||
| Center weighted exposure | ||
| Video features | ||
| Supported 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) |
| Highest video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
| Video data format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
| Mic 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 | 132 grams (0.29 lb) | 187 grams (0.41 lb) |
| Dimensions | 98 x 55 x 22mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") | 100 x 60 x 19mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 0.7") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO All around 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-07A |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (10 sec, 2 sec, Double, Motion Timer) |
| Time lapse feature | ||
| Storage type | SD/SDHC card, Internal | MicroSD/ MicroSDHC, Internal |
| Card slots | Single | Single |
| Retail pricing | $580 | $488 |