Panasonic S1 vs Samsung SL820

The following is a in-depth comparison of the Panasonic S1 versus Samsung SL820, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by manufacturers Panasonic and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the S1 (12MP) and the SL820 (12MP) is fairly similar and both cameras offer the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The S1 was launched 23 months after the SL820 making them a generation away from one another. Both cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before getting into a more detailed comparison, here is a brief introduction of how the S1 grades vs the SL820 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-S1 & Samsung SL820. The complete galleries are available at Panasonic S1 Gallery & Samsung SL820 Gallery.

For anyone who is going to travel with your camera frequently, you'll have to factor in its weight and measurements. The Panasonic S1 has physical dimensions of 99mm x 59mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") along with a weight of 117 grams (0.26 lbs) whilst the Samsung SL820 has proportions of 95mm x 59mm x 23mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.9") and a weight of 168 grams (0.37 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are utilising at that moment. The following is a front view dimension comparison of the S1 and the SL820.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the S1 and SL820 is 96 and 94 respectively.

Sometimes, it is very difficult to envision the contrast between sensor dimensions merely by reviewing a spec sheet. The pic here should give you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the S1 and SL820.

Clearly, both of these cameras come with the identical sensor size and the identical resolution therefore you can expect similar quality of images though you should always take the age of the products into consideration. The newer S1 is going to have an advantage when it comes to sensor innovation.