Panasonic FS7 vs Samsung PL120
95 Imaging
32 Features
17 Overall
26


99 Imaging
37 Features
20 Overall
30
Panasonic FS7 vs Samsung PL120 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.5" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 1600 (Raise to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 33-132mm (F2.8-5.9) lens
- 139g - 97 x 54 x 22mm
- Revealed January 2009
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 0 - 3200
- 1280 x 720 video
- ()mm (F) lens
- n/ag - 94 x 54 x 19mm
- Revealed January 2011

Panasonic FS7 vs Samsung PL120 Overview
Let's take a closer look at the Panasonic FS7 and Samsung PL120, both Ultracompact digital cameras by rivals Panasonic and Samsung. There is a big difference between the image resolutions of the FS7 (10MP) and PL120 (14MP) and the FS7 (1/2.5") and PL120 (1/2.3") use different sensor measurements.

The FS7 was revealed 23 months earlier than the PL120 making the cameras a generation away from each other. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Ultracompact).
Before we go through a complete comparison, below is a short view of how the FS7 matches up vs the PL120 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Panasonic FS7 vs Samsung PL120 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS7 and Samsung PL120. The full galleries are available at Panasonic FS7 Gallery and Samsung PL120 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic FS7 over the Samsung PL120
FS7 | PL120 |
---|
Reasons to pick Samsung PL120 over the Panasonic FS7
PL120 | FS7 | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
Revealed | January 2011 | ![]() | January 2009 | Newer by 23 months |
Common features in the Panasonic FS7 and Samsung PL120
FS7 | PL120 | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
Manual focus | ![]() | No manual focus | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display sizing | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.7" | Equivalent display measurements |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | The same display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither features selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Neither features Touch friendly display |
Panasonic FS7 vs Samsung PL120 Physical Comparison
If you are planning to travel with your camera frequently, you will want to factor its weight and volume. The Panasonic FS7 enjoys outer measurements of 97mm x 54mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.1" x 0.9") with a weight of 139 grams (0.31 lbs) while the Samsung PL120 has sizing of 94mm x 54mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.7") and a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).
Check the Panasonic FS7 and Samsung PL120 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you select at the time. The following is the front view size comparison of the FS7 vs the PL120.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the FS7 and PL120 is 95 and 99 respectively.

Panasonic FS7 vs Samsung PL120 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it can be hard to picture the difference between sensor dimensions simply by reading through specs. The image here will help offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the FS7 and PL120.
All in all, each of the cameras enjoy different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The FS7 with its tinier sensor is going to make getting shallower depth of field tougher and the Samsung PL120 will give you extra detail because of its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will also make it easier to crop images far more aggressively. The more aged FS7 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.

Panasonic FS7 vs Samsung PL120 Screen and ViewFinder


Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison

Street Comparison

Sports Comparison

Travel Comparison

Landscape Comparison

Vlogging Comparison

Panasonic FS7 vs Samsung PL120 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS7 | Samsung PL120 | |
---|---|---|
General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Panasonic | Samsung |
Model | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS7 | Samsung PL120 |
Type | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Revealed | 2009-01-16 | 2011-01-05 |
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 | 6.16 x 4.62mm |
Sensor surface area | 24.7mm² | 28.5mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10 megapixels | 14 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 16:9, 4:3 and 3:2 | - |
Highest Possible resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Maximum enhanced ISO | 6400 | - |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | - |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | - |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 33-132mm (4.0x) | () |
Maximal aperture | f/2.8-5.9 | - |
Macro focus distance | 5cm | - |
Focal length multiplier | 6.3 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 2.7 inches | 2.7 inches |
Display resolution | 230k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 60s | 8s |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shutter rate | 3.0 frames per sec | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash modes | Auto, Auto Red-eye Reduction, Forced On, Forced Off | - |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 |
Maximum video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | - |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | none |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 139 grams (0.31 lbs) | - |
Dimensions | 97 x 54 x 22mm (3.8" x 2.1" x 0.9") | 94 x 54 x 19mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 | ||
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | - |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/MMC/SDHC card, Internal | - |
Card slots | 1 | - |
Pricing at release | $160 | $150 |