Panasonic SZ5 vs Samsung TL240

On this page, we are comparing the Panasonic SZ5 vs Samsung TL240, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Ultracompact by rivals Panasonic and Samsung. The resolution of the SZ5 (14MP) and the TL240 (14MP) is fairly comparable and both cameras boast the same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The SZ5 was announced 2 years after the TL240 which is a fairly large gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both the cameras have different body design with the Panasonic SZ5 being a Compact camera and the Samsung TL240 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before going right into a thorough comparison, here is a brief introduction of how the SZ5 scores vs the TL240 for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ5 and Samsung TL240. The whole galleries are viewable at Panasonic SZ5 Gallery and Samsung TL240 Gallery.

If you're planning to carry around your camera often, you need to factor its weight and proportions. The Panasonic SZ5 features physical measurements of 104mm x 58mm x 21mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") having a weight of 136 grams (0.30 lbs) whilst the Samsung TL240 has measurements of 104mm x 58mm x 20mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 160 grams (0.35 lbs).

Check out the Panasonic SZ5 vs Samsung TL240 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are using at that moment. Following is a front view sizing comparison of the SZ5 versus the TL240.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the SZ5 and TL240 is 95 and 95 respectively.

Usually, its tough to see the gap in sensor sizes just by going through specs. The picture below will help give you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the SZ5 and TL240.

As you can plainly see, both the cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the same exact MP so you should expect comparable quality of files but you might want to consider the production date of the cameras into account. The younger SZ5 is going to have a benefit when it comes to sensor tech.