Panasonic XS1 vs Samsung TL100

Lets look more closely at the Panasonic XS1 vs Samsung TL100, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by competitors Panasonic and Samsung. There exists a big gap between the image resolutions of the XS1 (16MP) and TL100 (12MP) but both cameras boast the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The XS1 was revealed 4 years after the TL100 which is quite a big gap as far as technology is concerned. Both the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before delving into a detailed comparison, here is a simple view of how the XS1 grades against the TL100 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-XS1 and Samsung TL100. The full galleries are viewable at Panasonic XS1 Gallery and Samsung TL100 Gallery.

If you're intending to travel with your camera, you have to consider its weight and size. The Panasonic XS1 offers physical dimensions of 94mm x 54mm x 14mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.6") and a weight of 103 grams (0.23 lbs) whilst the Samsung TL100 has specifications of 105mm x 61mm x 37mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.5") with a weight of 219 grams (0.48 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are employing at that moment. The following is a front view dimensions comparison of the XS1 compared to the TL100.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the XS1 and TL100 is 97 and 91 respectively.

Sometimes, its difficult to imagine the contrast between sensor dimensions purely by reviewing specs. The pic underneath might give you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the XS1 and TL100.

As you can plainly see, both the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but different resolution. You should anticipate the Panasonic XS1 to offer you extra detail because of its extra 4MP. Greater resolution can also make it easier to crop images more aggressively. The younger XS1 should have an edge in sensor innovation.