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Panasonic TS1 vs Samsung SL820

Portability
93
Imaging
35
Features
24
Overall
30
Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS1 front
 
Samsung SL820 front
Portability
94
Imaging
35
Features
21
Overall
29

Panasonic TS1 vs Samsung SL820 Key Specs

Panasonic TS1
(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
  • Launched January 2009
  • Other Name is Lumix DMC-FT1
  • Refreshed by Panasonic TS2
Samsung SL820
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 80 - 1600
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 28-140mm (F3.4-5.8) lens
  • 168g - 95 x 59 x 23mm
  • Introduced February 2009
  • Also Known as IT100
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Panasonic TS1 vs Samsung SL820 Overview

Here is a thorough assessment of the Panasonic TS1 and Samsung SL820, former being a Waterproof while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by companies Panasonic and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the TS1 (12MP) and the SL820 (12MP) is pretty close and both cameras provide the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The TS1 was released at a similar time to the SL820 which means that they are both of a similar age. Both cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before we go into a full comparison, here is a simple introduction of how the TS1 scores against the SL820 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

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Reasons to pick Panasonic TS1 over the Samsung SL820

 TS1 SL820 

Reasons to pick Samsung SL820 over the Panasonic TS1

 SL820 TS1 
Screen dimensions3"2.7"Bigger screen (+0.3")

Common features in the Panasonic TS1 and Samsung SL820

 TS1 SL820 
IntroducedJanuary 2009February 2009Same age
Manual focus No manual focusing
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Screen resolution230k230kThe same screen resolution
Selfie screen Neither provides selfie screen
Touch screen No Touch screen

Panasonic TS1 vs Samsung SL820 Physical Comparison

When you are aiming to carry your camera, you should consider its weight and size. The Panasonic TS1 provides physical dimensions of 98mm x 63mm x 23mm (3.9" x 2.5" x 0.9") with a weight of 189 grams (0.42 lbs) and the Samsung SL820 has specifications of 95mm x 59mm x 23mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.9") having a weight of 168 grams (0.37 lbs).

Examine the Panasonic TS1 and Samsung SL820 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you have attached during that time. Here is a front view overall size comparison of the TS1 vs the SL820.

Panasonic TS1 vs Samsung SL820 size comparison

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the TS1 and SL820 is 93 and 94 respectively.

Panasonic TS1 vs Samsung SL820 top view buttons comparison

Panasonic TS1 vs Samsung SL820 Sensor Comparison

Oftentimes, it's difficult to envision the contrast in sensor sizing merely by researching technical specs. The visual here will provide you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the TS1 and SL820.

As you have seen, the 2 cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the same exact megapixels therefore you can expect comparable quality of files though you should factor the launch date of the cameras into account.

Panasonic TS1 vs Samsung SL820 sensor size comparison

Panasonic TS1 vs Samsung SL820 Screen and ViewFinder

Panasonic TS1 vs Samsung SL820 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Panasonic TS1 as a Portrait photography camera
Samsung SL820 as a Portrait photography camera
21
lack of manual focus
no manual exposure
sensor resolution not great (12 megapixels)
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
lack of RAW files
26
offers face detect focus
no manual focus
manual mode not available
cannot use external flash
sensor resolution low (12MP)
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
lack of RAW support
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Street Comparison

Panasonic TS1 Street photography info
Samsung SL820 Street photography info
61
image stabilization (Optical)
weather proof
screen is fixed
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
lack of RAW files
47
fixed screen
does not have image stabilization
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
lack of RAW support
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Sports Comparison

Panasonic TS1 Sports photography details
Samsung SL820 Sports photography details
30
image stabilization (Optical)
weather proof
low maximum shutter speed (1/1,300s)
slow fps (2.0 fps)
no shutter priority
sensor resolution not great (12MP)
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
lack of phase detect auto focus
17
lack of shutter priority mode
does not have image stabilization
sensor resolution low (12 megapixels)
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
lack of phase detect auto focus
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Travel Comparison

Panasonic TS1 Travel photography highlights
Samsung SL820 Travel photography highlights
61
weather proof
has built in flash
reasonably wide (28mm)
doesn't have Time Lapse mode
sensor resolution not great (12 megapixels)
screen isn't selfie friendly
slow maximum aperture (f3.3)
57
built-in flash
fairly wide (28mm)
missing Timelapse recording
sensor resolution low (12MP)
display is not selfie friendly
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.4)
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Landscape Comparison

Panasonic TS1 Landscape photography details
Samsung SL820 Landscape photography details
35
reasonably wide (28mm)
image stabilization (Optical)
weather proof
lack of manual focus
cannot change lenses (fixed lens mount)
slow maximum aperture (f3.3)
small screen (2.7 inch)
no manual exposure
sensor resolution not great (12 megapixels)
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
lack of RAW files
doesn't have Time Lapse mode
32
fairly wide (28mm)
pretty good screen size (3")
no manual focus
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.4)
manual mode not available
does not have image stabilization
sensor resolution low (12 megapixels)
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
lack of RAW support
missing Timelapse recording
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Vlogging Comparison

Vlogging with Panasonic TS1
Vlogging with Samsung SL820
28
reasonably wide (28mm)
image stabilization (Optical)
slow maximum aperture (f3.3)
screen isn't selfie friendly
video resolution low (1280 x 720 pxls)
doesn't have external mic jack
28
fairly wide (28mm)
offers face detect focus
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.4)
display is not selfie friendly
does not have image stabilization
video resolution low (1280 x 720 pxls)
missing microphone jack
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Panasonic TS1 vs Samsung SL820 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Panasonic TS1 and Samsung SL820
 Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS1Samsung SL820
General Information
Manufacturer Panasonic Samsung
Model type Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS1 Samsung SL820
Otherwise known as Lumix DMC-FT1 IT100
Class Waterproof Small Sensor Compact
Launched 2009-01-27 2009-02-17
Body design Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Sensor type CCD CCD
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor measurements 6.08 x 4.56mm 6.08 x 4.56mm
Sensor surface area 27.7mm² 27.7mm²
Sensor resolution 12 megapixels 12 megapixels
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 4:3 and 16:9
Max resolution 4000 x 3000 4000 x 3000
Max native ISO 6400 1600
Minimum native ISO 80 80
RAW pictures
Autofocusing
Manual focusing
Touch to focus
Continuous AF
Single AF
Tracking AF
AF selectice
AF center weighted
AF multi area
Live view AF
Face detect AF
Contract detect AF
Phase detect AF
Total focus points 11 -
Lens
Lens support fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 28-128mm (4.6x) 28-140mm (5.0x)
Largest aperture f/3.3-5.9 f/3.4-5.8
Macro focusing range 5cm 5cm
Crop factor 5.9 5.9
Screen
Range of display Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display sizing 2.7 inches 3 inches
Resolution of display 230k dot 230k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch friendly
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None None
Features
Min shutter speed 60 seconds 8 seconds
Max shutter speed 1/1300 seconds 1/1500 seconds
Continuous shutter speed 2.0fps -
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual exposure
Change WB
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash distance - 4.50 m
Flash options Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro Auto, On, Off, Auto & Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync, Fill-in Flash, Flash Off, Red-Eye Fix
External flash
AEB
White balance bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment
Average
Spot
Partial
AF area
Center weighted
Video features
Supported 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), 320 x 240 (60, 30, 15 fps)
Max video resolution 1280x720 1280x720
Video data format AVCHD Lite Motion JPEG
Microphone input
Headphone input
Connectivity
Wireless None None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environment seal
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 189 grams (0.42 lbs) 168 grams (0.37 lbs)
Physical dimensions 98 x 63 x 23mm (3.9" x 2.5" x 0.9") 95 x 59 x 23mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.9")
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 - SLB-10A
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec) Yes
Time lapse feature
Storage media SD/MMC/SDHC, Internal SD/SDHC/MMC/MMCplus, Internal
Storage slots One One
Price at release $380 $280