Panasonic TS10 vs Samsung SL102
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36 Features
20 Overall
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96 Imaging
33 Features
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Panasonic TS10 vs Samsung SL102 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 35-140mm (F3.5-5.6) lens
- 188g - 99 x 63 x 24mm
- Released January 2010
- Additionally referred to as Lumix DMC-FT10
(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
- Launched January 2009
- Also Known as ES55

Panasonic TS10 vs Samsung SL102 Overview
Here, we are analyzing the Panasonic TS10 versus Samsung SL102, former being a Waterproof while the other is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Panasonic and Samsung. There is a large difference between the sensor resolutions of the TS10 (14MP) and SL102 (10MP) but both cameras offer the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The TS10 was announced 13 months later than the SL102 making them a generation apart from each other. Both cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before delving into a step-by-step comparison, here is a concise summation of how the TS10 scores versus the SL102 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Panasonic TS10 vs Samsung SL102 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS10 & Samsung SL102. The whole galleries are viewable at Panasonic TS10 Gallery & Samsung SL102 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic TS10 over the Samsung SL102
TS10 | SL102 | |||
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Launched | January 2010 | ![]() | January 2009 | Fresher by 13 months |
Display size | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.5" | Larger display (+0.2") |
Reasons to pick Samsung SL102 over the Panasonic TS10
SL102 | TS10 |
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Common features in the Panasonic TS10 and Samsung SL102
TS10 | SL102 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Lack of manual focusing | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Identical display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither includes selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Neither includes Touch friendly display |
Panasonic TS10 vs Samsung SL102 Physical Comparison
For those who are aiming to carry your camera, you will want to factor its weight and proportions. The Panasonic TS10 features external measurements of 99mm x 63mm x 24mm (3.9" x 2.5" x 0.9") with a weight of 188 grams (0.41 lbs) and the Samsung SL102 has measurements of 90mm x 59mm x 22mm (3.5" x 2.3" x 0.9") and a weight of 116 grams (0.26 lbs).
See the Panasonic TS10 versus Samsung SL102 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are using at the time. Underneath is a front view over all size comparison of the TS10 versus the SL102.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the TS10 and SL102 is 93 and 96 respectively.

Panasonic TS10 vs Samsung SL102 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it can be hard to picture the difference between sensor sizing purely by going over a spec sheet. The graphic underneath will help provide you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the TS10 and SL102.
Clearly, the two cameras feature the identical sensor size but different MP. You can anticipate the Panasonic TS10 to offer you extra detail with its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop pics way more aggressively. The more modern TS10 should have an advantage in sensor tech.

Panasonic TS10 vs Samsung SL102 Screen and ViewFinder


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Panasonic TS10 vs Samsung SL102 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS10 | Samsung SL102 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Panasonic | Samsung |
Model | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS10 | Samsung SL102 |
Also referred to as | Lumix DMC-FT10 | ES55 |
Category | Waterproof | Small Sensor Compact |
Released | 2010-01-21 | 2009-01-08 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | Venus Engine IV | - |
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 surface area | 27.7mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixel | 10 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 3648 x 2736 |
Highest native ISO | 6400 | 1600 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 35-140mm (4.0x) | 35-105mm (3.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.5-5.6 | - |
Macro focus distance | 10cm | 10cm |
Crop factor | 5.9 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 2.7" | 2.5" |
Resolution of display | 230k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 60s | 8s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/1600s | 1/1500s |
Continuous shooting rate | 2.0fps | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 4.90 m | - |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro | Auto, Auto & Red-eye reduction, Fill-in flash, Slow sync, Flash off, Red Eye Fix |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
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) | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 640x480 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
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 sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 188g (0.41 pounds) | 116g (0.26 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 99 x 63 x 24mm (3.9" x 2.5" x 0.9") | 90 x 59 x 22mm (3.5" x 2.3" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (10sec, 2sec, Double, Motion Timer) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SC/SDHC/MMC/MMCplus, internal |
Card slots | One | One |
Retail pricing | $249 | $130 |