Panasonic TS4 vs Samsung PL200
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Panasonic TS4 vs Samsung PL200 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-128mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 197g - 103 x 64 x 27mm
- Introduced January 2012
- Additionally referred to as Lumix DMC-FT4
- Previous Model is Panasonic TS3
- Successor is Panasonic TS5
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 31-217mm (F3.3-5.5) lens
- 170g - 100 x 60 x 21mm
- Introduced July 2010
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Below, we are reviewing the Panasonic TS4 vs Samsung PL200, former is a Waterproof while the other is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Panasonic and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the TS4 (12MP) and the PL200 (14MP) is fairly well matched and they use the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").
Japan-exclusive Leica Leitz Phone 3 features big sensor and new modesThe TS4 was introduced 19 months after the PL200 making the cameras a generation away from each other. Both the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before getting straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a quick synopsis of how the TS4 scores versus the PL200 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
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Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS4 & Samsung PL200. The whole galleries are available at Panasonic TS4 Gallery & Samsung PL200 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic TS4 over the Samsung PL200
| TS4 | PL200 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Introduced | January 2012 |  | July 2010 | More modern by 19 months |
Reasons to pick Samsung PL200 over the Panasonic TS4
| PL200 | TS4 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Display dimension | 3" |  | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Common features in the Panasonic TS4 and Samsung PL200
| TS4 | PL200 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manually focus |  | No manual focus | ||
| Display type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed display |
| Display resolution | 230k |  | 230k | The same display resolution |
| Selfie screen |  | Missing selfie screen | ||
| Touch display |  | Missing Touch display |
Panasonic TS4 vs Samsung PL200 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is looking to carry around your camera often, you'll have to take into account its weight and size. The Panasonic TS4 offers physical measurements of 103mm x 64mm x 27mm (4.1" x 2.5" x 1.1") with a weight of 197 grams (0.43 lbs) while the Samsung PL200 has specifications of 100mm x 60mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 0.8") with a weight of 170 grams (0.37 lbs).
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Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you choose at that time. Here is the front view dimension comparison of the TS4 and the PL200.
Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the TS4 and PL200 is 92 and 94 respectively.
Panasonic TS4 vs Samsung PL200 Sensor Comparison
Often, it is very hard to imagine the contrast between sensor sizes merely by reading through technical specs. The image here should give you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the TS4 and PL200.
As you have seen, the 2 cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements but different megapixels. You can anticipate the Samsung PL200 to resolve extra detail using its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also help you crop images somewhat more aggressively. The newer TS4 provides an edge in sensor tech.
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Panasonic TS4 vs Samsung PL200 Specifications
| Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS4 | Samsung PL200 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Brand | Panasonic | Samsung |
| Model | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS4 | Samsung PL200 |
| Also Known as | Lumix DMC-FT4 | - |
| Type | Waterproof | Small Sensor Compact |
| Introduced | 2012-01-31 | 2010-07-21 |
| Physical type | Compact | Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Processor | Venus Engine FHD | - |
| 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 area | 27.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 14 megapixels |
| Anti aliasing filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
| Highest resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4320 x 3240 |
| Highest native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
| Min native ISO | 100 | 80 |
| RAW support | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focus | ||
| Touch to focus | ||
| Continuous autofocus | ||
| Single autofocus | ||
| Autofocus tracking | ||
| Selective autofocus | ||
| Autofocus center weighted | ||
| Autofocus multi area | ||
| Autofocus live view | ||
| Face detect focus | ||
| Contract detect focus | ||
| Phase detect focus | ||
| Number of focus points | 23 | - |
| Cross focus points | - | - |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens focal range | 28-128mm (4.6x) | 31-217mm (7.0x) |
| Largest aperture | f/3.3-5.9 | f/3.3-5.5 |
| Macro focus distance | 5cm | 5cm |
| Crop factor | 5.9 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Display size | 2.7 inches | 3 inches |
| Resolution of display | 230k dots | 230k dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch functionality | ||
| Display technology | TFT LCD | - |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder type | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Lowest shutter speed | 60 secs | 8 secs |
| Highest shutter speed | 1/1300 secs | 1/1500 secs |
| Continuous shooting rate | 4.0fps | - |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manually set exposure | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
| Custom white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Built-in flash | ||
| Flash range | 5.60 m | 4.60 m |
| Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, Slow sync |
| External flash | ||
| AEB | ||
| WB bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment metering | ||
| Average metering | ||
| Spot metering | ||
| Partial metering | ||
| AF area metering | ||
| Center weighted metering | ||
| Video features | ||
| Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60, 30 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 800 x 592 (20 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (60, 30 fps) |
| Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 640x480 |
| Video data format | MPEG-4, AVCHD | H.264 |
| 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 | BuiltIn | None |
| Physical | ||
| Environment sealing | ||
| Water proof | ||
| Dust proof | ||
| Shock proof | ||
| Crush proof | ||
| Freeze proof | ||
| Weight | 197 grams (0.43 pounds) | 170 grams (0.37 pounds) |
| Dimensions | 103 x 64 x 27mm (4.1" x 2.5" x 1.1") | 100 x 60 x 21mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 0.8") |
| 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 life | 310 pictures | - |
| Form of battery | Battery Pack | - |
| Battery model | - | BP70A |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes |
| Time lapse recording | ||
| Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC'/MMC, Internal |
| Card slots | 1 | 1 |
| Retail price | $399 | $0 |