Panasonic TS5 vs Samsung PL200
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Panasonic TS5 vs Samsung PL200 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-128mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 214g - 110 x 67 x 29mm
- Announced July 2013
- Alternative Name is Lumix DMC-FT5
- Replaced the Panasonic TS4
- Updated by Panasonic TS6
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 31-217mm (F3.3-5.5) lens
- 170g - 100 x 60 x 21mm
- Revealed July 2010

Panasonic TS5 vs Samsung PL200 Overview
Following is a extended comparison of the Panasonic TS5 versus Samsung PL200, one is a Waterproof and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Panasonic and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the TS5 (16MP) and the PL200 (14MP) is relatively close and they use the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The TS5 was announced 3 years after the PL200 which is a fairly serious gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before going straight into a complete comparison, below is a simple view of how the TS5 grades vs the PL200 for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Panasonic TS5 vs Samsung PL200 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS5 and Samsung PL200. The whole galleries are available at Panasonic TS5 Gallery and Samsung PL200 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic TS5 over the Samsung PL200
TS5 | PL200 | |||
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Revealed | July 2013 | ![]() | July 2010 | More modern by 37 months |
Screen resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper screen (+230k dot) |
Reasons to pick Samsung PL200 over the Panasonic TS5
PL200 | TS5 |
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Common features in the Panasonic TS5 and Samsung PL200
TS5 | PL200 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | No manual focus | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen sizing | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equivalent screen measurement |
Selfie screen | ![]() | No selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Neither comes with Touch screen |
Panasonic TS5 vs Samsung PL200 Physical Comparison
In case you're looking to carry around your camera frequently, you're going to have to consider its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic TS5 comes with outer dimensions of 110mm x 67mm x 29mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.1") with a weight of 214 grams (0.47 lbs) whilst the Samsung PL200 has dimensions of 100mm x 60mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 0.8") and a weight of 170 grams (0.37 lbs).
Examine the Panasonic TS5 versus Samsung PL200 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you use at that moment. Below is the front view measurement comparison of the TS5 vs the PL200.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the TS5 and PL200 is 91 and 94 respectively.

Panasonic TS5 vs Samsung PL200 Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it's hard to envision the difference in sensor sizes only by looking through specifications. The pic underneath might offer you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the TS5 and PL200.
To sum up, both of those cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same MP. You should count on the Panasonic TS5 to result in more detail with its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop shots far more aggressively. The fresher TS5 will have a benefit when it comes to sensor innovation.

Panasonic TS5 vs Samsung PL200 Screen and ViewFinder


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Panasonic TS5 vs Samsung PL200 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS5 | Samsung PL200 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Panasonic | Samsung |
Model | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS5 | Samsung PL200 |
Also called as | Lumix DMC-FT5 | - |
Type | Waterproof | Small Sensor Compact |
Announced | 2013-07-12 | 2010-07-21 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 27.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 14 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4320 x 3240 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
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) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.3-5.9 | f/3.3-5.5 |
Macro focus range | 5cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Screen resolution | 460 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Screen technology | TFT LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 60 seconds | 8 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/1300 seconds | 1/1500 seconds |
Continuous shooting rate | 10.0 frames/s | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 5.60 m | 4.60 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, Slow sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
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) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 640x480 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, AVCHD | H.264 |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | 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 | 214g (0.47 pounds) | 170g (0.37 pounds) |
Dimensions | 110 x 67 x 29mm (4.3" x 2.6" 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 | 370 pictures | - |
Battery type | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | DMW-BCM13 | BP70A |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC'/MMC, Internal |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Price at launch | $350 | $0 |