Panasonic TS1 vs Samsung DV300F
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Panasonic TS1 vs Samsung DV300F Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-128mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 189g - 98 x 63 x 23mm
- Introduced January 2009
- Alternative Name is Lumix DMC-FT1
- Newer Model is Panasonic TS2
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-125mm (F2.5-6.3) lens
- 133g - 95 x 57 x 18mm
- Announced January 2012

Panasonic TS1 vs Samsung DV300F Overview
Below, we will be comparing the Panasonic TS1 and Samsung DV300F, former is a Waterproof while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by companies Panasonic and Samsung. There is a large difference among the resolutions of the TS1 (12MP) and DV300F (16MP) but they feature the exact same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

The TS1 was released 3 years prior to the DV300F which is a fairly serious difference as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before delving through a comprehensive comparison, below is a short introduction of how the TS1 matches up vs the DV300F in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Panasonic TS1 vs Samsung DV300F Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS1 & Samsung DV300F. The complete galleries are viewable at Panasonic TS1 Gallery & Samsung DV300F Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic TS1 over the Samsung DV300F
TS1 | DV300F |
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Reasons to pick Samsung DV300F over the Panasonic TS1
DV300F | TS1 | |||
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Announced | January 2012 | ![]() | January 2009 | Newer by 35 months |
Screen dimension | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Screen resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper screen (+230k dot) |
Common features in the Panasonic TS1 and Samsung DV300F
TS1 | DV300F | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | No manual focus | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Absent selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Neither features Touch screen |
Panasonic TS1 vs Samsung DV300F Physical Comparison
In case you're intending to travel with your camera frequently, you will need to think about its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic TS1 enjoys outer measurements of 98mm x 63mm x 23mm (3.9" x 2.5" x 0.9") with a weight of 189 grams (0.42 lbs) while the Samsung DV300F has dimensions of 95mm x 57mm x 18mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 133 grams (0.29 lbs).
Analyze the Panasonic TS1 and Samsung DV300F in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you have attached at that time. Underneath is the front view physical size comparison of the TS1 against the DV300F.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the TS1 and DV300F is 93 and 96 respectively.

Panasonic TS1 vs Samsung DV300F Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it's hard to visualize the contrast in sensor dimensions merely by going through specifications. The pic underneath should offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the TS1 and DV300F.
To sum up, both cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements albeit different MP. You can count on the Samsung DV300F to provide greater detail as a result of its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will help you crop shots somewhat more aggressively. The more aged TS1 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.

Panasonic TS1 vs Samsung DV300F Screen and ViewFinder


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Panasonic TS1 vs Samsung DV300F Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS1 | Samsung DV300F | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Panasonic | Samsung |
Model type | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS1 | Samsung DV300F |
Alternate name | Lumix DMC-FT1 | - |
Category | Waterproof | Small Sensor Compact |
Introduced | 2009-01-27 | 2012-01-02 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 27.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4608 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Total focus points | 11 | - |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-128mm (4.6x) | 25-125mm (5.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.3-5.9 | f/2.5-6.3 |
Macro focusing distance | 5cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 2.7 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of display | 230k dot | 460k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Display technology | - | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 60 secs | 16 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/1300 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | 2.0 frames/s | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 4.10 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | AVCHD Lite | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | Optional |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 189g (0.42 lb) | 133g (0.29 lb) |
Dimensions | 98 x 63 x 23mm (3.9" x 2.5" x 0.9") | 95 x 57 x 18mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 ID | - | BP88 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Double) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/MMC/SDHC, Internal | MicroSD, MicroSDHC, Internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail cost | $380 | $200 |