Panasonic TS4 vs Samsung TL100
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Panasonic TS4 vs Samsung TL100 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
- Launched January 2012
- Alternative Name is Lumix DMC-FT4
- Replaced the Panasonic TS3
- Newer Model is Panasonic TS5
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Digital Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 35-105mm (F3.0-5.6) lens
- 219g - 105 x 61 x 37mm
- Revealed January 2009
- Additionally referred to as ST50
Panasonic TS4 vs Samsung TL100 Overview
Below, we will be contrasting the Panasonic TS4 vs Samsung TL100, one is a Waterproof and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Panasonic and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the TS4 (12MP) and the TL100 (12MP) is relatively comparable and they feature the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").
Cutting-edge AI developed by Apple deciphers subtle nuances in pixelsThe TS4 was released 3 years after the TL100 which is a fairly big gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before we go straight into a more detailed comparison, below is a quick introduction of how the TS4 matches up against the TL100 for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Panasonic TS4 vs Samsung TL100 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS4 and Samsung TL100. The complete galleries are viewable at Panasonic TS4 Gallery and Samsung TL100 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic TS4 over the Samsung TL100
TS4 | TL100 | |||
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Revealed | January 2012 | January 2009 | Newer by 38 months |
Reasons to pick Samsung TL100 over the Panasonic TS4
TL100 | TS4 |
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Common features in the Panasonic TS4 and Samsung TL100
TS4 | TL100 | |||
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Manual focus | No manual focus | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen dimension | 2.7" | 2.7" | Identical screen dimensions | |
Screen resolution | 230k | 230k | Identical screen resolution | |
Selfie screen | No selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly screen | No Touch friendly screen |
Panasonic TS4 vs Samsung TL100 Physical Comparison
If you are aiming to travel with your camera, you need to factor in its weight and volume. The Panasonic TS4 has got outside dimensions of 103mm x 64mm x 27mm (4.1" x 2.5" x 1.1") with a weight of 197 grams (0.43 lbs) and the Samsung TL100 has sizing of 105mm x 61mm x 37mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.5") having a weight of 219 grams (0.48 lbs).
Check the Panasonic TS4 vs Samsung TL100 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you have at the time. Underneath is the front view proportions comparison of the TS4 and the TL100.
Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the TS4 and TL100 is 92 and 91 respectively.
Panasonic TS4 vs Samsung TL100 Sensor Comparison
Often, it is tough to visualise the difference in sensor dimensions purely by seeing a spec sheet. The pic here will help offer you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the TS4 and TL100.
As you can see, both of the cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements and the same exact MP and you should expect comparable quality of photos though you need to consider the production date of the cameras into account. The fresher TS4 is going to have a benefit when it comes to sensor innovation.
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Panasonic TS4 vs Samsung TL100 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS4 | Samsung TL100 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Panasonic | Samsung |
Model | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS4 | Samsung TL100 |
Also referred to as | Lumix DMC-FT4 | ST50 |
Class | Waterproof | Small Sensor Compact |
Launched | 2012-01-31 | 2009-01-08 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | Venus Engine FHD | - |
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 surface area | 27.7mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12MP | 12MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 16:9, 4:3 and 3:2 |
Full resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4000 x 3000 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Number of focus points | 23 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-128mm (4.6x) | 35-105mm (3.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.3-5.9 | f/3.0-5.6 |
Macro focus range | 5cm | 10cm |
Crop factor | 5.9 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 2.7 inch | 2.7 inch |
Display resolution | 230 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Display technology | TFT LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 60 secs | 1 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/1300 secs | 1/1500 secs |
Continuous shooting rate | 4.0 frames per second | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 5.60 m | - |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro | Auto, Auto & Red-eye reduction, Fill-in flash, Slow sync, Flash off, Red eye fix |
External flash | ||
AE 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 (30, 15 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 640x480 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, AVCHD | Motion JPEG |
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 | 197g (0.43 pounds) | 219g (0.48 pounds) |
Dimensions | 103 x 64 x 27mm (4.1" x 2.5" x 1.1") | 105 x 61 x 37mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.5") |
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 photographs | - |
Battery type | Battery Pack | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2, 10 or Custom) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/MMC/SDHC card |
Card slots | One | One |
Price at launch | $399 | $22 |