Panasonic FX700 vs Samsung TL100
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Panasonic FX700 vs Samsung TL100 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-120mm (F2.2-5.9) lens
- 176g - 104 x 56 x 25mm
- Launched July 2010
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Digital Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 35-105mm (F3.0-5.6) lens
- 219g - 105 x 61 x 37mm
- Revealed January 2009
- Also referred to as ST50

Panasonic FX700 vs Samsung TL100 Overview
The following is a in depth assessment of the Panasonic FX700 and Samsung TL100, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by brands Panasonic and Samsung. The resolution of the FX700 (14MP) and the TL100 (12MP) is very similar and both cameras boast the same sensor size (1/2.3").

The FX700 was introduced 19 months after the TL100 making them a generation away from each other. Each of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before getting into a step-by-step comparison, here is a quick highlight of how the FX700 grades against the TL100 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Panasonic FX700 vs Samsung TL100 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX700 and Samsung TL100. The whole galleries are provided at Panasonic FX700 Gallery and Samsung TL100 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic FX700 over the Samsung TL100
FX700 | TL100 | |||
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Revealed | July 2010 | ![]() | January 2009 | Newer by 19 months |
Focus manually | ![]() | Dial exact focus | ||
Display dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Touch display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Samsung TL100 over the Panasonic FX700
TL100 | FX700 |
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Common features in the Panasonic FX700 and Samsung TL100
FX700 | TL100 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | The same display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither comes with selfie screen |
Panasonic FX700 vs Samsung TL100 Physical Comparison
For those who are aiming to travel with your camera, you have to consider its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic FX700 comes with exterior dimensions of 104mm x 56mm x 25mm (4.1" x 2.2" x 1.0") accompanied by a weight of 176 grams (0.39 lbs) and the Samsung TL100 has dimensions of 105mm x 61mm x 37mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.5") and a weight of 219 grams (0.48 lbs).
Take a look at the Panasonic FX700 and Samsung TL100 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are using at that moment. The following is a front view over all size comparison of the FX700 compared to the TL100.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the FX700 and TL100 is 94 and 91 respectively.

Panasonic FX700 vs Samsung TL100 Sensor Comparison
Often, it's hard to envision the contrast between sensor dimensions simply by reviewing technical specs. The pic below will help give you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the FX700 and TL100.
As you have seen, the two cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but not the same resolution. You should expect to see the Panasonic FX700 to deliver greater detail using its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will make it easier to crop photos more aggressively. The younger FX700 will have a benefit in sensor tech.

Panasonic FX700 vs Samsung TL100 Screen and ViewFinder


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Panasonic FX700 vs Samsung TL100 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX700 | Samsung TL100 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Panasonic | Samsung |
Model | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX700 | Samsung TL100 |
Also Known as | - | ST50 |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Launched | 2010-07-21 | 2009-01-08 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | Venus Engine FHD | - |
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 27.7mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14MP | 12MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 16:9, 4:3 and 3:2 |
Max resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4000 x 3000 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 24-120mm (5.0x) | 35-105mm (3.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/2.2-5.9 | f/3.0-5.6 |
Macro focus distance | 3cm | 10cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3 inches | 2.7 inches |
Display resolution | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 60 seconds | 1 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/1500 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | 10.0 frames/s | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 7.40 m | - |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | Auto, Auto & Red-eye reduction, Fill-in flash, Slow sync, Flash off, Red eye fix |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 800 x 592 (20 fps) , 640 x 480 (30,15 fps) , 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 640x480 |
Video data format | AVCHD | Motion JPEG |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 176 gr (0.39 pounds) | 219 gr (0.48 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 104 x 56 x 25mm (4.1" x 2.2" x 1.0") | 105 x 61 x 37mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.5") |
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 secs) | Yes (2, 10 or Custom) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC card, Internal | SD/MMC/SDHC card |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail pricing | $399 | $22 |