Panasonic FX580 vs Samsung SL30

Following is a detailed comparison of the Panasonic FX580 vs Samsung SL30, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by manufacturers Panasonic and Samsung. The image resolution of the FX580 (12MP) and the SL30 (10MP) is very well matched and both cameras provide the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

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The FX580 was launched very close to the SL30 which means that they are of a similar age. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before going right into a in-depth comparison, here is a concise synopsis of how the FX580 scores vs the SL30 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

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When you are going to carry around your camera regularly, you'll need to take into account its weight and volume. The Panasonic FX580 comes with exterior dimensions of 95mm x 57mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") along with a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs) whilst the Samsung SL30 has sizing of 94mm x 61mm x 23mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 0.9") along with a weight of 140 grams (0.31 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you have at that time. Here is a front view size comparison of the FX580 compared to the SL30.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the FX580 and SL30 is 95 and 95 respectively.

Usually, it is very tough to imagine the contrast between sensor sizes just by checking a spec sheet. The image underneath may offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the FX580 and SL30.

As you can see, both of the cameras come with the identical sensor size but different MP. You can expect to see the Panasonic FX580 to resolve greater detail utilizing its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will let you crop pics a good deal more aggressively.