Panasonic SZ5 vs Samsung TL100

Here is a extended assessment of the Panasonic SZ5 and Samsung TL100, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by companies Panasonic and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the SZ5 (14MP) and the TL100 (12MP) is relatively well matched and both cameras posses the same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The SZ5 was launched 3 years later than the TL100 and that is quite a sizable gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before going into a comprehensive comparison, here is a concise overview of how the SZ5 scores against the TL100 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ5 and Samsung TL100. The complete galleries are provided at Panasonic SZ5 Gallery and Samsung TL100 Gallery.

When you are looking to carry your camera often, you'll have to factor its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic SZ5 has got outside dimensions of 104mm x 58mm x 21mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 136 grams (0.30 lbs) and the Samsung TL100 has dimensions of 105mm x 61mm x 37mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.5") and a weight of 219 grams (0.48 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are using at that moment. Underneath is a front view size comparison of the SZ5 vs the TL100.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SZ5 and TL100 is 95 and 91 respectively.

Quite often, it is very hard to envision the contrast between sensor sizing merely by reading through specs. The visual underneath may give you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the SZ5 and TL100.

As you can plainly see, both of the cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same MP. You should count on the Panasonic SZ5 to resolve greater detail utilizing its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also help you crop pictures a bit more aggressively. The more recent SZ5 will have an edge when it comes to sensor technology.