Panasonic FX48 vs Samsung SL820
95 Imaging
34 Features
21 Overall
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94 Imaging
34 Features
21 Overall
28
Panasonic FX48 vs Samsung SL820 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200 (Bump to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 25-125mm (F2.8-5.9) lens
- 150g - 95 x 53 x 22mm
- Revealed January 2009
- Other Name is Lumix DMC-FX40
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 1600
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F3.4-5.8) lens
- 168g - 95 x 59 x 23mm
- Announced February 2009
- Also referred to as IT100

Panasonic FX48 vs Samsung SL820 Overview
Following is a comprehensive analysis of the Panasonic FX48 versus Samsung SL820, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by competitors Panasonic and Samsung. The image resolution of the FX48 (12MP) and the SL820 (12MP) is fairly well matched and both cameras offer the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

The FX48 was announced within a month of the SL820 and they are of a similar generation. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before diving into a detailed comparison, here is a quick view of how the FX48 matches up versus the SL820 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Panasonic FX48 vs Samsung SL820 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX48 and Samsung SL820. The whole galleries are provided at Panasonic FX48 Gallery and Samsung SL820 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic FX48 over the Samsung SL820
FX48 | SL820 |
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Reasons to pick Samsung SL820 over the Panasonic FX48
SL820 | FX48 | |||
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Display size | 3" | ![]() | 2.5" | Larger display (+0.5") |
Common features in the Panasonic FX48 and Samsung SL820
FX48 | SL820 | |||
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Announced | January 2009 | ![]() | February 2009 | Similar generation |
Manual focus | ![]() | Lack of manual focus | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | The same display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Missing selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Missing Touch friendly display |
Panasonic FX48 vs Samsung SL820 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is aiming to carry around your camera regularly, you're going to have to take into account its weight and size. The Panasonic FX48 enjoys outside measurements of 95mm x 53mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 150 grams (0.33 lbs) and the Samsung SL820 has specifications of 95mm x 59mm x 23mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.9") having a weight of 168 grams (0.37 lbs).
Compare the Panasonic FX48 versus Samsung SL820 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you select at that moment. Following is a front view measurement comparison of the FX48 vs the SL820.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the FX48 and SL820 is 95 and 94 respectively.

Panasonic FX48 vs Samsung SL820 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it is very tough to imagine the contrast between sensor sizes just by looking at a spec sheet. The pic underneath should give you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the FX48 and SL820.
Clearly, each of these cameras feature the identical sensor size and the identical MP and you should expect similar quality of photographs but you really should factor the release date of the products into consideration.

Panasonic FX48 vs Samsung SL820 Screen and ViewFinder


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Panasonic FX48 vs Samsung SL820 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX48 | Samsung SL820 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Panasonic | Samsung |
Model | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX48 | Samsung SL820 |
Also called | Lumix DMC-FX40 | IT100 |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Revealed | 2009-01-27 | 2009-02-17 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 27.7mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4000 x 3000 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 1600 |
Maximum enhanced ISO | 6400 | - |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | 11 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 25-125mm (5.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/2.8-5.9 | f/3.4-5.8 |
Macro focus range | 5cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.9 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 2.5 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of screen | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 60s | 8s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/3000s | 1/1500s |
Continuous shutter speed | 2.0 frames per second | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 6.00 m | 4.50 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Auto & Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync, Fill-in Flash, Flash Off, Red-Eye Fix |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
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, 15 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
Video file 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 | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 150 gr (0.33 lb) | 168 gr (0.37 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 95 x 53 x 22mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.9") | 95 x 59 x 23mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.9") |
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 | ||
Battery model | - | SLB-10A |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/MMC/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC/MMC/MMCplus, Internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch pricing | $325 | $280 |