Panasonic FX580 vs Samsung PL200
95 Imaging
35 Features
29 Overall
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94 Imaging
37 Features
22 Overall
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Panasonic FX580 vs Samsung PL200 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 1600 (Expand to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-125mm (F2.8-5.9) lens
- 167g - 95 x 57 x 22mm
- Introduced January 2009
- Alternate Name is Lumix DMC-FX550
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 31-217mm (F3.3-5.5) lens
- 170g - 100 x 60 x 21mm
- Revealed July 2010
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Lets look much closer at the Panasonic FX580 vs Samsung PL200, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by competitors Panasonic and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the FX580 (12MP) and the PL200 (14MP) is relatively comparable and they feature the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").
Japan-exclusive Leica Leitz Phone 3 features big sensor and new modesThe FX580 was revealed 18 months prior to the PL200 which makes the cameras a generation away from one another. The two cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before going through a more detailed comparison, below is a simple summary of how the FX580 scores vs the PL200 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
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Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX580 & Samsung PL200. The full galleries are viewable at Panasonic FX580 Gallery & Samsung PL200 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic FX580 over the Samsung PL200
| FX580 | PL200 |
|---|
Reasons to pick Samsung PL200 over the Panasonic FX580
| PL200 | FX580 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Revealed | July 2010 |  | January 2009 | More modern by 18 months |
Common features in the Panasonic FX580 and Samsung PL200
| FX580 | PL200 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Focus manually |  | No manual focus | ||
| Screen type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed screen |
| Screen dimension | 3" |  | 3" | Identical screen size |
| Screen resolution | 230k |  | 230k | Equal screen resolution |
| Selfie screen |  | Neither features selfie screen | ||
| Touch screen |  | Lacking Touch screen |
Panasonic FX580 vs Samsung PL200 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is looking to carry around your camera regularly, you will need to think about its weight and volume. The Panasonic FX580 enjoys exterior measurements of 95mm x 57mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs) and the Samsung PL200 has sizing of 100mm x 60mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 170 grams (0.37 lbs).
Check the Panasonic FX580 vs Samsung PL200 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you use during that time. Underneath is the front view overall size comparison of the FX580 compared to the PL200.
Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the FX580 and PL200 is 95 and 94 respectively.
Panasonic FX580 vs Samsung PL200 Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it's tough to see the contrast in sensor sizes purely by seeing specifications. The image underneath might give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the FX580 and PL200.
Plainly, both the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same MP. You can count on the Samsung PL200 to produce extra detail because of its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will allow you to crop pictures much more aggressively. The more aged FX580 will be behind when it comes to sensor tech.
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Panasonic FX580 vs Samsung PL200 Specifications
| Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX580 | Samsung PL200 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Manufacturer | Panasonic | Samsung |
| Model type | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX580 | Samsung PL200 |
| Also Known as | Lumix DMC-FX550 | - |
| Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
| Introduced | 2009-01-27 | 2010-07-21 |
| Physical type | Compact | Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
| Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
| Sensor dimensions | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
| Sensor area | 27.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 14 megapixel |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 16:9, 4:3 and 3:2 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
| Highest resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4320 x 3240 |
| Highest native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
| Highest boosted ISO | 6400 | - |
| Minimum native ISO | 80 | 80 |
| RAW images | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Focus manually | ||
| Touch to focus | ||
| Continuous autofocus | ||
| Autofocus single | ||
| Autofocus tracking | ||
| Selective autofocus | ||
| Center weighted autofocus | ||
| Autofocus multi area | ||
| Autofocus live view | ||
| Face detect focus | ||
| Contract detect focus | ||
| Phase detect focus | ||
| Total focus points | 11 | - |
| Cross type focus points | - | - |
| Lens | ||
| Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens zoom range | 25-125mm (5.0x) | 31-217mm (7.0x) |
| Largest aperture | f/2.8-5.9 | f/3.3-5.5 |
| Macro focusing range | 5cm | 5cm |
| Crop factor | 5.9 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Display diagonal | 3 inches | 3 inches |
| Resolution of display | 230 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch capability | ||
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder type | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Slowest shutter speed | 60 seconds | 8 seconds |
| Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/1500 seconds |
| Continuous shooting rate | 2.0 frames/s | - |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manual mode | ||
| Set white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Integrated flash | ||
| Flash distance | 6.00 m | 4.60 m |
| Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, Slow sync |
| External flash | ||
| AE bracketing | ||
| WB bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment metering | ||
| Average metering | ||
| Spot metering | ||
| Partial metering | ||
| AF area metering | ||
| Center weighted metering | ||
| Video features | ||
| Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 800 x 592 (20 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (60, 30 fps) |
| Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 640x480 |
| Video format | Motion JPEG | H.264 |
| Mic port | ||
| Headphone port | ||
| 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 sealing | ||
| Water proofing | ||
| Dust proofing | ||
| Shock proofing | ||
| Crush proofing | ||
| Freeze proofing | ||
| Weight | 167g (0.37 lbs) | 170g (0.37 lbs) |
| Dimensions | 95 x 57 x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") | 100 x 60 x 21mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 0.8") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO All around 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 | ||
| Battery ID | - | BP70A |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes |
| Time lapse recording | ||
| Type of storage | SD/MMC/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC'/MMC, Internal |
| Card slots | One | One |
| Pricing at launch | $499 | $0 |
