Panasonic FX90 vs Samsung TL100

Below is a complete overview of the Panasonic FX90 and Samsung TL100, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by rivals Panasonic and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the FX90 (12MP) and the TL100 (12MP) is fairly close and both cameras offer the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The FX90 was launched 2 years later than the TL100 and that is a fairly significant difference as far as camera technology is concerned. The two cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before getting straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a simple overview of how the FX90 matches up vs the TL100 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX90 & Samsung TL100. The complete galleries are viewable at Panasonic FX90 Gallery & Samsung TL100 Gallery.

In case you're aiming to lug around your camera regularly, you're going to have to think about its weight and size. The Panasonic FX90 has got exterior measurements of 102mm x 56mm x 22mm (4.0" x 2.2" x 0.9") with a weight of 149 grams (0.33 lbs) whilst the Samsung TL100 has specifications of 105mm x 61mm x 37mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.5") with a weight of 219 grams (0.48 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are employing during that time. Following is a front view dimensions comparison of the FX90 and the TL100.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the FX90 and TL100 is 95 and 91 respectively.

Normally, it's tough to imagine the difference in sensor measurements simply by researching specs. The graphic below will help offer you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the FX90 and TL100.

All in all, each of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the identical megapixels and you can expect comparable quality of files though you may want to take the launch date of the cameras into account. The more recent FX90 should have a benefit in sensor innovation.