Panasonic TS4 vs Samsung SL102
Portability
92 Imaging
35 Features
33 Overall
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92 Imaging
35 Features
33 Overall
34
Portability
96 Imaging
32 Features
21 Overall
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96 Imaging
32 Features
21 Overall
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Panasonic TS4 vs Samsung SL102 Key Specs
Panasonic TS4
(Full Review)
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-128mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 197g - 103 x 64 x 27mm
- Revealed January 2012
- Other Name is Lumix DMC-FT4
- Old Model is Panasonic TS3
- Replacement is Panasonic TS5
Samsung SL102
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(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
- Introduced January 2009
- Also Known as ES55
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Here is a thorough overview of the Panasonic TS4 vs Samsung SL102, former being a Waterproof while the other is a Small Sensor Compact by companies Panasonic and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the TS4 (12MP) and the SL102 (10MP) is very close and both cameras provide the same sensor size (1/2.3").
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Before going straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a quick introduction of how the TS4 grades versus the SL102 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
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The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS4 & Samsung SL102. The full galleries are provided at Panasonic TS4 Gallery & Samsung SL102 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic TS4 over the Samsung SL102
| TS4 | SL102 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Introduced | January 2012 |  | January 2009 | Fresher by 38 months |
| Display dimensions | 2.7" |  | 2.5" | Larger display (+0.2") |
Reasons to pick Samsung SL102 over the Panasonic TS4
| SL102 | TS4 |
|---|
Common features in the Panasonic TS4 and Samsung SL102
| TS4 | SL102 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manually focus |  | No manual focusing | ||
| Display type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed display |
| Display resolution | 230k |  | 230k | Exact same display resolution |
| Selfie screen |  | Neither features selfie screen | ||
| Touch display |  | Neither features Touch display |
Panasonic TS4 vs Samsung SL102 Physical Comparison
In case you're going to carry your camera regularly, you will need to consider its weight and volume. The Panasonic TS4 enjoys external measurements of 103mm x 64mm x 27mm (4.1" x 2.5" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 197 grams (0.43 lbs) and the Samsung SL102 has sizing of 90mm x 59mm x 22mm (3.5" x 2.3" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 116 grams (0.26 lbs).
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Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you have at the time. Underneath is a front view proportions comparison of the TS4 vs the SL102.
Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the TS4 and SL102 is 92 and 96 respectively.
Panasonic TS4 vs Samsung SL102 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it can be tough to see the gap in sensor sizing merely by researching specifications. The visual underneath should give you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the TS4 and SL102.
To sum up, the 2 cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but not the same MP. You can expect to see the Panasonic TS4 to render extra detail having an extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also let you crop pics more aggressively. The fresher TS4 is going to have an advantage in sensor tech.
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Portrait Comparison
Panasonic TS4 Portrait photography info
Samsung SL102 Portrait photography info
focusing manually not possible
external flash not possible
MP count low (12 megapixels)
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
features face detection autofocus
focusing manually not possible
no manual control
no external flash support
low megapixels (10 megapixels)
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
lacks RAW support
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Street photography with Panasonic TS4
Street photography with Samsung SL102
built in image stabilization (Optical)
environment proof
no articulating screen
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
lighter than average in class (116g)
screen does not articulate
does not have image stabilization
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
lacks RAW support
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Panasonic TS4 Sports photography information
Samsung SL102 Sports photography information
built in image stabilization (Optical)
supports tracking focus
environment proof
better than average battery power (310 CIPA)
low maximum shutter speed (1/1,300 seconds)
max fps very slow (4.0 fps)
no shutter priority mode
MP count low (12 megapixels)
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
lacks phase detect auto focus
no shutter priority mode
does not have image stabilization
low megapixels (10MP)
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
lacks phase detect autofocus
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Panasonic TS4 Travel photography info
Samsung SL102 Travel photography info
better than average battery power (310 per charge)
environment proof
flash built-in
decently wide (28mm)
MP count low (12MP)
display isn't selfie friendly
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.3)
lighter than average in class (116g)
has built in flash
great max aperture (f)
lack of Timelapse function
low megapixels (10MP)
screen isn't selfie friendly
wide angle not good (35mm)
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Landscape photography with Panasonic TS4
Landscape photography with Samsung SL102
decently wide (28mm)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
environment proof
better than average battery power (310 per charge)
focusing manually not possible
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.3)
screen is small (2.7 inches)
MP count low (12MP)
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
great max aperture (f)
focusing manually not possible
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not good (35mm)
screen is somewhat small (2.5 inches)
no manual control
does not have image stabilization
low megapixels (10 megapixels)
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
lacks RAW support
lack of Timelapse function
Photography GlossaryVlogging Comparison
Panasonic TS4 Vlogging features
Samsung SL102 Vlogging features
decently wide (28mm)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
high res video (1920 x 1080 pxls)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.3)
display isn't selfie friendly
missing microphone jack
great max aperture (f)
features face detection autofocus
lighter than average in class (116g)
wide angle not good (35mm)
screen isn't selfie friendly
does not have image stabilization
video resolution low (640 x 480 resolution)
lack of external microphone support
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Panasonic TS4 vs Samsung SL102 Specifications
| Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS4 | Samsung SL102 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Manufacturer | Panasonic | Samsung |
| Model | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS4 | Samsung SL102 |
| Otherwise known as | Lumix DMC-FT4 | ES55 |
| Class | Waterproof | Small Sensor Compact |
| Revealed | 2012-01-31 | 2009-01-08 |
| Physical type | Compact | Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Chip | Venus Engine FHD | - |
| 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 area | 27.7mm² | 27.7mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 10 megapixels |
| Anti aliasing filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
| Full resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 3648 x 2736 |
| Max native ISO | 6400 | 1600 |
| Lowest native ISO | 100 | 80 |
| RAW files | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focus | ||
| Touch to focus | ||
| Autofocus continuous | ||
| Single autofocus | ||
| Autofocus tracking | ||
| Autofocus selectice | ||
| Center weighted autofocus | ||
| Multi area autofocus | ||
| Live view autofocus | ||
| Face detection autofocus | ||
| Contract detection autofocus | ||
| Phase detection autofocus | ||
| Number of focus points | 23 | - |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens focal range | 28-128mm (4.6x) | 35-105mm (3.0x) |
| Largest aperture | f/3.3-5.9 | - |
| Macro focus range | 5cm | 10cm |
| Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.9 |
| Screen | ||
| Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Screen diagonal | 2.7 inch | 2.5 inch |
| Screen resolution | 230 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch functionality | ||
| Screen tech | TFT LCD | - |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder type | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Lowest shutter speed | 60s | 8s |
| Highest shutter speed | 1/1300s | 1/1500s |
| Continuous shooting rate | 4.0fps | - |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manual mode | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
| Change white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Integrated flash | ||
| Flash range | 5.60 m | - |
| Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro | Auto, Auto & Red-eye reduction, Fill-in flash, Slow sync, Flash off, Red Eye Fix |
| External flash | ||
| AEB | ||
| White balance bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment | ||
| Average | ||
| Spot | ||
| Partial | ||
| AF area | ||
| Center weighted | ||
| Video features | ||
| Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60, 30 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
| Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 640x480 |
| Video data format | MPEG-4, AVCHD | Motion JPEG |
| Microphone support | ||
| Headphone support | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | None | None |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| GPS | BuiltIn | None |
| Physical | ||
| Environmental sealing | ||
| Water proof | ||
| Dust proof | ||
| Shock proof | ||
| Crush proof | ||
| Freeze proof | ||
| Weight | 197 gr (0.43 lb) | 116 gr (0.26 lb) |
| Physical dimensions | 103 x 64 x 27mm (4.1" x 2.5" x 1.1") | 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 | ||
| Battery life | 310 shots | - |
| Battery style | Battery Pack | - |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (10sec, 2sec, Double, Motion Timer) |
| Time lapse recording | ||
| Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SC/SDHC/MMC/MMCplus, internal |
| Card slots | 1 | 1 |
| Launch pricing | $399 | $130 |