Panasonic TS4 vs Samsung SL202
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Panasonic TS4 vs Samsung SL202 Key Specs
(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
- Announced January 2012
- Also Known as Lumix DMC-FT4
- Older Model is Panasonic TS3
- Updated by Panasonic TS5
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 1600
- 640 x 480 video
- 28-102mm (F2.8-5.7) lens
- 168g - 92 x 61 x 23mm
- Introduced February 2009
- Other Name is PL50
Panasonic TS4 vs Samsung SL202 Overview
Its time to take a more detailed look at the Panasonic TS4 and Samsung SL202, one being a Waterproof and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Panasonic and Samsung. The image resolution of the TS4 (12MP) and the SL202 (10MP) is pretty similar and both cameras posses the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").
Photobucket discusses licensing 13 billion images with AI firmsThe TS4 was launched 2 years later than the SL202 and that is quite a big gap as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before we go right into a full comparison, here is a quick view of how the TS4 matches up vs the SL202 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Panasonic TS4 vs Samsung SL202 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS4 and Samsung SL202. The complete galleries are provided at Panasonic TS4 Gallery and Samsung SL202 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic TS4 over the Samsung SL202
TS4 | SL202 | |||
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Introduced | January 2012 | February 2009 | Fresher by 36 months |
Reasons to pick Samsung SL202 over the Panasonic TS4
SL202 | TS4 |
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Common features in the Panasonic TS4 and Samsung SL202
TS4 | SL202 | |||
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Manually focus | Lack of manual focusing | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen dimensions | 2.7" | 2.7" | Equal screen sizing | |
Screen resolution | 230k | 230k | Identical screen resolution | |
Selfie screen | Lacking selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly screen | Neither offers Touch friendly screen |
Panasonic TS4 vs Samsung SL202 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is looking to carry your camera, you need to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic TS4 offers exterior measurements of 103mm x 64mm x 27mm (4.1" x 2.5" x 1.1") and a weight of 197 grams (0.43 lbs) while the Samsung SL202 has dimensions of 92mm x 61mm x 23mm (3.6" x 2.4" x 0.9") and a weight of 168 grams (0.37 lbs).
Take a look at the Panasonic TS4 and Samsung SL202 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you choose at that moment. Underneath is a front view over all size comparison of the TS4 compared to the SL202.
Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the TS4 and SL202 is 92 and 94 respectively.
Panasonic TS4 vs Samsung SL202 Sensor Comparison
Often, its tough to envision the gap between sensor sizing just by reviewing a spec sheet. The graphic below should give you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the TS4 and SL202.
As you can see, both the cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same megapixels. You should expect the Panasonic TS4 to deliver extra detail utilizing its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop pictures a bit more aggressively. The younger TS4 will have a benefit when it comes to sensor technology.
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Panasonic TS4 vs Samsung SL202 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS4 | Samsung SL202 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Panasonic | Samsung |
Model type | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS4 | Samsung SL202 |
Also referred to as | Lumix DMC-FT4 | PL50 |
Class | Waterproof | Small Sensor Compact |
Announced | 2012-01-31 | 2009-02-17 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | 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 | 12MP | 10MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 3648 x 2736 |
Highest native ISO | 6400 | 1600 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Total focus points | 23 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-128mm (4.6x) | 28-102mm (3.6x) |
Max aperture | f/3.3-5.9 | f/2.8-5.7 |
Macro focusing range | 5cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.9 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 2.7" | 2.7" |
Resolution of screen | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Screen tech | TFT LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 60 secs | 8 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/1300 secs | 1/1500 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | 4.0 frames per sec | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 5.60 m | 4.60 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro | Auto, On, Off, Auto & Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync, Fill-in Flash, Flash Off, Red-Eye Fix |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
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 | Motion JPEG |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
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 seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 197 grams (0.43 lbs) | 168 grams (0.37 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 103 x 64 x 27mm (4.1" x 2.5" x 1.1") | 92 x 61 x 23mm (3.6" x 2.4" x 0.9") |
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 | 310 shots | - |
Battery form | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | - | SLB-10A |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/MMC/SDHC card, Internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch pricing | $399 | $140 |