Panasonic XS1 vs Samsung PL120

Its time to take a closer look at the Panasonic XS1 versus Samsung PL120, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Ultracompact by rivals Panasonic and Samsung. The resolution of the XS1 (16MP) and the PL120 (14MP) is fairly well matched and both cameras boast the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The XS1 was manufactured 2 years after the PL120 which is quite a large gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of the cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic XS1 being a Compact camera and the Samsung PL120 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before we go into a detailed comparison, here is a brief synopsis of how the XS1 grades against the PL120 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-XS1 and Samsung PL120. The entire galleries are viewable at Panasonic XS1 Gallery and Samsung PL120 Gallery.

If you are planning to carry around your camera often, you should think about its weight and volume. The Panasonic XS1 features outside dimensions of 94mm x 54mm x 14mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.6") and a weight of 103 grams (0.23 lbs) and the Samsung PL120 has sizing of 94mm x 54mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.7") with a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).

Contrast the Panasonic XS1 versus Samsung PL120 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are employing at the time. Following is a front view dimension comparison of the XS1 versus the PL120.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the XS1 and PL120 is 97 and 99 respectively.

In many cases, it is difficult to visualise the gap between sensor sizes purely by reading through technical specs. The image below may give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the XS1 and PL120.

As you can tell, the 2 cameras come with the identical sensor size but not the same resolution. You should anticipate the Panasonic XS1 to give you greater detail due to its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also let you crop images a good deal more aggressively. The younger XS1 will have an edge with regard to sensor innovation.