Panasonic LF1 vs Samsung TL220

Following is a comprehensive review of the Panasonic LF1 vs Samsung TL220, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by rivals Panasonic and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the LF1 (12MP) and the TL220 (12MP) is fairly comparable but the LF1 (1/1.7") and TL220 (1/2.3") boast different sensor measurements.

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The LF1 was brought out 4 years after the TL220 which is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before getting right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a brief summation of how the LF1 matches up versus the TL220 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-LF1 & Samsung TL220. The entire galleries are provided at Panasonic LF1 Gallery & Samsung TL220 Gallery.

For anybody who is planning to carry around your camera often, you'll need to factor in its weight and size. The Panasonic LF1 offers outer measurements of 103mm x 62mm x 28mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.1") along with a weight of 192 grams (0.42 lbs) while the Samsung TL220 has specifications of 100mm x 60mm x 19mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 169 grams (0.37 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you select at that time. Underneath is a front view sizing comparison of the LF1 versus the TL220.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the LF1 and TL220 is 92 and 95 respectively.

In many cases, it's tough to picture the contrast in sensor sizes purely by seeing specs. The image underneath may provide you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the LF1 and TL220.

As you can plainly see, both of the cameras come with the identical resolution but different sensor sizes. The LF1 provides the larger sensor which will make getting bokeh simpler. The newer LF1 provides an advantage in sensor innovation.