Panasonic S2 vs Samsung SL102
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Panasonic S2 vs Samsung SL102 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-112mm (F3.1-6.5) lens
- 112g - 98 x 57 x 21mm
- Launched January 2012
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 1600
- 640 x 480 video
- 35-105mm (F) lens
- 116g - 90 x 59 x 22mm
- Announced January 2009
- Also referred to as ES55

Panasonic S2 vs Samsung SL102 Overview
Lets look more in depth at the Panasonic S2 versus Samsung SL102, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by rivals Panasonic and Samsung. There is a big difference among the sensor resolutions of the S2 (14MP) and SL102 (10MP) but both cameras provide the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

The S2 was revealed 3 years after the SL102 which is a fairly big gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before we go right into a thorough comparison, here is a concise highlight of how the S2 grades versus the SL102 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Panasonic S2 vs Samsung SL102 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-S2 and Samsung SL102. The full galleries are available at Panasonic S2 Gallery and Samsung SL102 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic S2 over the Samsung SL102
S2 | SL102 | |||
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Announced | January 2012 | ![]() | January 2009 | More modern by 37 months |
Display size | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.5" | Larger display (+0.2") |
Reasons to pick Samsung SL102 over the Panasonic S2
SL102 | S2 |
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Common features in the Panasonic S2 and Samsung SL102
S2 | SL102 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | No manual focus | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Same display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lacking selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Lacking Touch friendly display |
Panasonic S2 vs Samsung SL102 Physical Comparison
When you are aiming to carry around your camera often, you will have to take into account its weight and volume. The Panasonic S2 has physical dimensions of 98mm x 57mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 112 grams (0.25 lbs) whilst the Samsung SL102 has sizing of 90mm x 59mm x 22mm (3.5" x 2.3" x 0.9") having a weight of 116 grams (0.26 lbs).
Check the Panasonic S2 versus Samsung SL102 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you choose at the time. Here is a front view measurement comparison of the S2 versus the SL102.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the S2 and SL102 is 96 and 96 respectively.

Panasonic S2 vs Samsung SL102 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it is hard to envision the contrast in sensor sizes purely by looking through specs. The image below might provide you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the S2 and SL102.
All in all, both of these cameras come with the identical sensor size but not the same resolution. You should anticipate the Panasonic S2 to provide you with greater detail because of its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will also help you crop images a good deal more aggressively. The newer S2 is going to have an edge when it comes to sensor technology.

Panasonic S2 vs Samsung SL102 Screen and ViewFinder


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Panasonic S2 vs Samsung SL102 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-S2 | Samsung SL102 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Panasonic | Samsung |
Model type | Panasonic Lumix DMC-S2 | Samsung SL102 |
Also referred to as | - | ES55 |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Launched | 2012-01-09 | 2009-01-08 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 27.7mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14MP | 10MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 3648 x 2736 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 1600 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Total focus points | 23 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-112mm (4.0x) | 35-105mm (3.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.1-6.5 | - |
Macro focusing distance | 5cm | 10cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 2.7 inch | 2.5 inch |
Screen resolution | 230 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Screen technology | TFT Color LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 8s | 8s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/1600s | 1/1500s |
Continuous shooting rate | 2.0 frames/s | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.30 m | - |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction | Auto, Auto & Red-eye reduction, Fill-in flash, Slow sync, Flash off, Red Eye Fix |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 640x480 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 112g (0.25 pounds) | 116g (0.26 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 98 x 57 x 21mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") | 90 x 59 x 22mm (3.5" x 2.3" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 280 shots | - |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (10sec, 2sec, Double, Motion Timer) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SC/SDHC/MMC/MMCplus, internal |
Card slots | One | One |
Launch cost | $109 | $130 |