Panasonic TS2 vs Samsung TL220
93 Imaging
37 Features
29 Overall
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95 Imaging
35 Features
27 Overall
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Panasonic TS2 vs Samsung TL220 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-128mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 188g - 99 x 63 x 24mm
- Released January 2010
- Alternative Name is Lumix DMC-FT2
- Succeeded the Panasonic TS1
- Updated by Panasonic TS3
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 27-124mm (F3.5-5.9) lens
- 169g - 100 x 60 x 19mm
- Introduced August 2009
- Other Name is ST500
Panasonic TS2 vs Samsung TL220 Overview
In this article, we will be looking at the Panasonic TS2 and Samsung TL220, one is a Waterproof and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Panasonic and Samsung. The resolution of the TS2 (14MP) and the TL220 (12MP) is relatively close and they feature the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").
Body cameras now worn by bakery staff to deter stealingThe TS2 was released 6 months after the TL220 so they are of a similar generation. The two cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before diving through a step-by-step comparison, below is a concise highlight of how the TS2 scores against the TL220 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Panasonic TS2 vs Samsung TL220 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS2 and Samsung TL220. The complete galleries are available at Panasonic TS2 Gallery and Samsung TL220 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic TS2 over the Samsung TL220
TS2 | TL220 |
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Reasons to pick Samsung TL220 over the Panasonic TS2
TL220 | TS2 | |||
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Screen sizing | 3" | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") | |
Touch friendly screen | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Panasonic TS2 and Samsung TL220
TS2 | TL220 | |||
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Introduced | January 2010 | August 2009 | Same generation | |
Manually focus | No manual focus | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen resolution | 230k | 230k | Identical screen resolution | |
Selfie screen | Lacking selfie screen |
Panasonic TS2 vs Samsung TL220 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is going to carry around your camera, you are going to need to factor its weight and proportions. The Panasonic TS2 has got exterior dimensions of 99mm x 63mm x 24mm (3.9" x 2.5" x 0.9") with a weight of 188 grams (0.41 lbs) whilst the Samsung TL220 has measurements of 100mm x 60mm x 19mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 0.7") having a weight of 169 grams (0.37 lbs).
Examine the Panasonic TS2 and Samsung TL220 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you have chosen at that moment. The following is the front view over all size comparison of the TS2 compared to the TL220.
Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the TS2 and TL220 is 93 and 95 respectively.
Panasonic TS2 vs Samsung TL220 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it's hard to envision the difference in sensor sizes simply by looking through specs. The picture below will offer you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the TS2 and TL220.
As you can plainly see, both cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same MP. You should count on the Panasonic TS2 to result in more detail as a result of its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also help you crop pictures far more aggressively.
Panasonic TS2 vs Samsung TL220 Screen and ViewFinder
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Panasonic TS2 vs Samsung TL220 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS2 | Samsung TL220 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Panasonic | Samsung |
Model | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS2 | Samsung TL220 |
Also called | Lumix DMC-FT2 | ST500 |
Class | Waterproof | Small Sensor Compact |
Released | 2010-01-26 | 2009-08-13 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | Venus Engine HD II | - |
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 area | 27.7mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14MP | 12MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4000 x 3000 |
Highest native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Number of focus points | 11 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-128mm (4.6x) | 27-124mm (4.6x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.3-5.9 | f/3.5-5.9 |
Macro focus distance | 5cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 2.7" | 3" |
Screen resolution | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 60s | 8s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/1300s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shooting speed | 2.0fps | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 5.10 m | 3.40 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, Slow sync, Manual |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
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) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video format | AVCHD Lite | Motion JPEG |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 188 grams (0.41 lb) | 169 grams (0.37 lb) |
Dimensions | 99 x 63 x 24mm (3.9" x 2.5" x 0.9") | 100 x 60 x 19mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 0.7") |
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 | ||
Battery model | - | SLB-07A |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (10 sec, 2 sec, Double, Motion Timer) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | MicroSD/ MicroSDHC, internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Launch pricing | $350 | $90 |