Panasonic LF1 vs Samsung TL500

Its time to look a bit more closely at the Panasonic LF1 and Samsung TL500, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by manufacturers Panasonic and Samsung. The image resolution of the LF1 (12MP) and the TL500 (10MP) is relatively well matched and they enjoy the exact same sensor dimensions (1/1.7").

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The LF1 was manufactured 3 years after the TL500 which is quite a serious gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go straight into a in-depth comparison, below is a concise view of how the LF1 grades versus the TL500 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-LF1 and Samsung TL500. The entire galleries are viewable at Panasonic LF1 Gallery and Samsung TL500 Gallery.

For anyone who is looking to carry around your camera frequently, you have to take into account its weight and proportions. The Panasonic LF1 provides external measurements of 103mm x 62mm x 28mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.1") and a weight of 192 grams (0.42 lbs) and the Samsung TL500 has measurements of 114mm x 63mm x 29mm (4.5" x 2.5" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 386 grams (0.85 lbs).

Take a look at the Panasonic LF1 and Samsung TL500 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are employing at that time. Here is the front view physical size comparison of the LF1 and the TL500.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the LF1 and TL500 is 92 and 88 respectively.

More often than not, its difficult to imagine the difference between sensor sizes simply by reading through technical specs. The picture underneath will help offer you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the LF1 and TL500.

As you can tell, both of these cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit different megapixels. You should count on the Panasonic LF1 to give more detail due to its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will let you crop shots much more aggressively. The younger LF1 provides a benefit in sensor technology.