Panasonic FX78 vs Samsung TL220
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Panasonic FX78 vs Samsung TL220 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-120mm (F2.5-5.9) lens
- 142g - 100 x 55 x 21mm
- Announced January 2011
- Also referred to as Lumix DMC-FX77
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 27-124mm (F3.5-5.9) lens
- 169g - 100 x 60 x 19mm
- Released August 2009
- Alternative Name is ST500

Panasonic FX78 vs Samsung TL220 Overview
Here, we are comparing the Panasonic FX78 versus Samsung TL220, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by manufacturers Panasonic and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the FX78 (12MP) and the TL220 (12MP) is fairly comparable and both cameras boast the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

The FX78 was announced 18 months later than the TL220 making them a generation apart from each other. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before getting into a comprehensive comparison, here is a brief view of how the FX78 matches up vs the TL220 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Panasonic FX78 vs Samsung TL220 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX78 and Samsung TL220. The whole galleries are available at Panasonic FX78 Gallery and Samsung TL220 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic FX78 over the Samsung TL220
FX78 | TL220 | |||
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Released | January 2011 | ![]() | August 2009 | Fresher by 18 months |
Display size | 3.5" | ![]() | 3" | Larger display (+0.5") |
Reasons to pick Samsung TL220 over the Panasonic FX78
TL220 | FX78 |
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Common features in the Panasonic FX78 and Samsung TL220
FX78 | TL220 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Lack of manual focusing | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Exact same display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither features selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Panasonic FX78 vs Samsung TL220 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is looking to carry your camera frequently, you are going to need to factor in its weight and measurements. The Panasonic FX78 enjoys physical measurements of 100mm x 55mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") with a weight of 142 grams (0.31 lbs) while the Samsung TL220 has proportions of 100mm x 60mm x 19mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 0.7") and a weight of 169 grams (0.37 lbs).
Take a look at the Panasonic FX78 versus Samsung TL220 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Underneath is a front view over all size comparison of the FX78 against the TL220.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the FX78 and TL220 is 95 and 95 respectively.

Panasonic FX78 vs Samsung TL220 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, its difficult to visualize the contrast in sensor sizing just by checking out technical specs. The photograph here will offer you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the FX78 and TL220.
As you can tell, each of the cameras feature the identical sensor size and the same exact resolution and you should expect comparable quality of images but you really should factor the release date of the cameras into account. The more recent FX78 should have a benefit in sensor tech.

Panasonic FX78 vs Samsung TL220 Screen and ViewFinder


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Panasonic FX78 vs Samsung TL220 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX78 | Samsung TL220 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Panasonic | Samsung |
Model | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX78 | Samsung TL220 |
Also called | Lumix DMC-FX77 | ST500 |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Announced | 2011-01-25 | 2009-08-13 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | Venus Engine FHD | - |
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 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4000 x 3000 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Number of focus points | 11 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 24-120mm (5.0x) | 27-124mm (4.6x) |
Max aperture | f/2.5-5.9 | f/3.5-5.9 |
Macro focus range | 5cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3.5 inches | 3 inches |
Display resolution | 230 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Display tech | TFT LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 60 secs | 8 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/1400 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | 4.0 frames per second | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 5.60 m | 3.40 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, Slow sync, Manual |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 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) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, 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 | 142g (0.31 pounds) | 169g (0.37 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 100 x 55 x 21mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") | 100 x 60 x 19mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 0.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 life | 200 photographs | - |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | - | SLB-07A |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (10 sec, 2 sec, Double, Motion Timer) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | MicroSD/ MicroSDHC, internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail price | $210 | $90 |