Panasonic FS42 vs Samsung TL320

Below, we will be analyzing the Panasonic FS42 and Samsung TL320, both Ultracompact cameras by companies Panasonic and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the FS42 (10MP) and the TL320 (12MP) is relatively comparable but the FS42 (1/2.5") and TL320 (1/2.3") feature different sensor measurements.

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The FS42 was unveiled 2 months later than the TL320 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Both of these cameras come with the identical body type (Ultracompact).

Before we go straight into a full comparison, below is a brief summary of how the FS42 grades versus the TL320 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS42 and Samsung TL320. The full galleries are provided at Panasonic FS42 Gallery and Samsung TL320 Gallery.

For those who are going to lug around your camera frequently, you need to take into account its weight and measurements. The Panasonic FS42 offers exterior measurements of 98mm x 55mm x 22mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 132 grams (0.29 lbs) while the Samsung TL320 has proportions of 97mm x 61mm x 21mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 0.8") having a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).

Take a look at the Panasonic FS42 and Samsung TL320 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you select at that time. Here is the front view size comparison of the FS42 compared to the TL320.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the FS42 and TL320 is 95 and 98 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is very tough to imagine the gap in sensor measurements just by seeing technical specs. The graphic underneath will help offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the FS42 and TL320.

As you have seen, each of these cameras have got different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The FS42 using its smaller sensor is going to make achieving shallower DOF harder and the Samsung TL320 will provide greater detail having an extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop photographs much more aggressively.