Panasonic TS6 vs Samsung SL202
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Panasonic TS6 vs Samsung SL202 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
- Launched January 2015
- Alternate Name is Lumix DMC-FT6
- Succeeded the 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
- Revealed February 2009
- Also referred to as PL50

Panasonic TS6 vs Samsung SL202 Overview
On this page, we will be contrasting the Panasonic TS6 and Samsung SL202, one is a Waterproof and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by companies Panasonic and Samsung. There exists a big gap between the image resolutions of the TS6 (16MP) and SL202 (10MP) but both cameras posses the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

The TS6 was launched 5 years after the SL202 which is quite a big gap as far as technology is concerned. Both cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before delving into a comprehensive comparison, here is a short highlight of how the TS6 grades versus the SL202 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Panasonic TS6 vs Samsung SL202 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS6 and Samsung SL202. The complete galleries are viewable at Panasonic TS6 Gallery and Samsung SL202 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic TS6 over the Samsung SL202
TS6 | SL202 | |||
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Revealed | January 2015 | ![]() | February 2009 | More modern by 72 months |
Screen dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Screen resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper screen (+230k dot) |
Reasons to pick Samsung SL202 over the Panasonic TS6
SL202 | TS6 |
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Common features in the Panasonic TS6 and Samsung SL202
TS6 | SL202 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | No manual focus | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither has selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Absent Touch friendly screen |
Panasonic TS6 vs Samsung SL202 Physical Comparison
In case you're intending to carry around your camera regularly, you're going to have to factor its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic TS6 has outer measurements of 110mm x 67mm x 29mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.1") along with a weight of 214 grams (0.47 lbs) whilst the Samsung SL202 has dimensions of 92mm x 61mm x 23mm (3.6" x 2.4" x 0.9") with a weight of 168 grams (0.37 lbs).
Contrast the Panasonic TS6 and Samsung SL202 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you have attached at that time. Underneath is a front view physical size comparison of the TS6 vs the SL202.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the TS6 and SL202 is 91 and 94 respectively.

Panasonic TS6 vs Samsung SL202 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it's tough to visualize the difference between sensor sizes merely by checking a spec sheet. The image here may provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the TS6 and SL202.
Clearly, both of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit different resolution. You should count on the Panasonic TS6 to resolve greater detail utilizing its extra 6MP. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop photographs more aggressively. The fresher TS6 provides an edge with regard to sensor technology.

Panasonic TS6 vs Samsung SL202 Screen and ViewFinder


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Panasonic TS6 vs Samsung SL202 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS6 | Samsung SL202 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Panasonic | Samsung |
Model type | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS6 | Samsung SL202 |
Also called | Lumix DMC-FT6 | PL50 |
Type | Waterproof | Small Sensor Compact |
Launched | 2015-01-06 | 2009-02-17 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CMOS | 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 | 16MP | 10MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 3648 x 2736 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 1600 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Total focus points | 23 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-128mm (4.6x) | 28-102mm (3.6x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.3-5.9 | f/2.8-5.7 |
Macro focusing range | 5cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3" | 2.7" |
Screen resolution | 460 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 60 seconds | 8 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/1300 seconds | 1/1500 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | 10.0fps | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 5.60 m | 4.60 m |
Flash settings | Auto, auto w/redeye reduction, on, slow sync w/redeye reduction, off | Auto, On, Off, Auto & Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync, Fill-in Flash, 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) | 800 x 592 (20 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (60, 30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 640x480 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, AVCHD | Motion JPEG |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
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 seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 214 grams (0.47 lb) | 168 grams (0.37 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 110 x 67 x 29mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.1") | 92 x 61 x 23mm (3.6" x 2.4" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 | 370 photographs | - |
Battery form | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | - | SLB-10A |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/MMC/SDHC card, Internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch pricing | $300 | $140 |