Panasonic FZ28 vs Samsung TL220

In this write-up, we are looking at the Panasonic FZ28 and Samsung TL220, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Panasonic and Samsung. The resolution of the FZ28 (10MP) and the TL220 (12MP) is fairly well matched and they possess the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The FZ28 was launched 7 months earlier than the TL220 which means that they are both of a similar age. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving in to a more detailed comparison, below is a brief introduction of how the FZ28 scores against the TL220 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ28 & Samsung TL220. The complete galleries are available at Panasonic FZ28 Gallery & Samsung TL220 Gallery.

For anybody who is aiming to carry your camera regularly, you'll have to factor in its weight and volume. The Panasonic FZ28 enjoys outside measurements of 118mm x 75mm x 89mm (4.6" x 3.0" x 3.5") and a weight of 417 grams (0.92 lbs) whilst the Samsung TL220 has sizing of 100mm x 60mm x 19mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 0.7") having a weight of 169 grams (0.37 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you have chosen at that moment. Below is the front view over all size comparison of the FZ28 and the TL220.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the FZ28 and TL220 is 72 and 95 respectively.

Quite often, it is tough to envision the contrast between sensor sizing just by reading through specifications. The visual here might provide you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the FZ28 and TL220.

Plainly, the 2 cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but not the same megapixels. You can anticipate the Samsung TL220 to resolve more detail utilizing its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also let you crop photos a little more aggressively. The older FZ28 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor technology.