Panasonic TS20 vs Samsung ST65
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Panasonic TS20 vs Samsung ST65 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-100mm (F3.9-5.7) lens
- 142g - 101 x 58 x 19mm
- Revealed January 2012
- Other Name is Lumix DMC-FT20
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 0 - 0
- 1280 x 720 video
- ()mm (F) lens
- n/ag - 92 x 53 x 17mm
- Introduced January 2011
Panasonic TS20 vs Samsung ST65 Overview
On this page, we are contrasting the Panasonic TS20 versus Samsung ST65, one is a Waterproof and the other is a Ultracompact by rivals Panasonic and Samsung. The image resolution of the TS20 (16MP) and the ST65 (14MP) is very similar and both cameras boast the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").
Europe Approves Revolutionary AI LegislationThe TS20 was brought out 13 months after the ST65 making them a generation away from one another. Both of these cameras have different body design with the Panasonic TS20 being a Compact camera and the Samsung ST65 being a Ultracompact camera.
Before diving straight to a complete comparison, here is a short view of how the TS20 scores against the ST65 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Panasonic TS20 vs Samsung ST65 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS20 and Samsung ST65. The entire galleries are provided at Panasonic TS20 Gallery and Samsung ST65 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic TS20 over the Samsung ST65
TS20 | ST65 | |||
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Introduced | January 2012 | January 2011 | More modern by 13 months |
Reasons to pick Samsung ST65 over the Panasonic TS20
ST65 | TS20 | |||
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Display dimensions | 3" | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") | |
Display resolution | 460k | 230k | Sharper display (+230k dot) |
Common features in the Panasonic TS20 and Samsung ST65
TS20 | ST65 | |||
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Focus manually | Lack of manual focus | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Selfie screen | Neither features selfie screen | |||
Touch display | Neither features Touch display |
Panasonic TS20 vs Samsung ST65 Physical Comparison
When you are looking to carry around your camera regularly, you'll need to factor its weight and proportions. The Panasonic TS20 enjoys physical dimensions of 101mm x 58mm x 19mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.7") with a weight of 142 grams (0.31 lbs) while the Samsung ST65 has measurements of 92mm x 53mm x 17mm (3.6" x 2.1" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).
See the Panasonic TS20 versus Samsung ST65 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are employing during that time. Following is a front view sizing comparison of the TS20 compared to the ST65.
Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the TS20 and ST65 is 95 and 99 respectively.
Panasonic TS20 vs Samsung ST65 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it is very difficult to visualise the gap between sensor sizes merely by reviewing specifications. The picture here will give you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the TS20 and ST65.
Plainly, both the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but not the same resolution. You should expect to see the Panasonic TS20 to offer you greater detail having its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop photos more aggressively. The more modern TS20 is going to have an edge in sensor tech.
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Panasonic TS20 vs Samsung ST65 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS20 | Samsung ST65 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Panasonic | Samsung |
Model type | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS20 | Samsung ST65 |
Alternate name | Lumix DMC-FT20 | - |
Class | Waterproof | Ultracompact |
Revealed | 2012-01-31 | 2011-01-19 |
Physical type | Compact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.16 x 4.62mm |
Sensor area | 27.7mm² | 28.5mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16MP | 14MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | - |
Maximum resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | - |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | - |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Total focus points | 23 | - |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 25-100mm (4.0x) | () |
Maximum aperture | f/3.9-5.7 | - |
Macro focusing distance | 5cm | - |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 2.7" | 3" |
Display resolution | 230 thousand dots | 460 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Display tech | TFT LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 8s | 8s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/1300s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shooting rate | 1.0 frames per second | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 4.40 m | - |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro | - |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | MPEG-4 | - |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | none |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 142g (0.31 lb) | - |
Physical dimensions | 101 x 58 x 19mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.7") | 92 x 53 x 17mm (3.6" x 2.1" x 0.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 life | 250 photos | - |
Battery type | Battery Pack | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | - |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | - |
Card slots | One | One |
Retail price | $179 | $130 |