Panasonic ZS10 vs Samsung TL220
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Panasonic ZS10 vs Samsung TL220 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-384mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 219g - 105 x 58 x 33mm
- Announced January 2011
- Also Known as Lumix DMC-TZ20 / Lumix DMC-TZ22
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 27-124mm (F3.5-5.9) lens
- 169g - 100 x 60 x 19mm
- Released August 2009
- Also Known as ST500

Panasonic ZS10 vs Samsung TL220 Overview
On this page, we are analyzing the Panasonic ZS10 versus Samsung TL220, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Panasonic and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the ZS10 (14MP) and the TL220 (12MP) is fairly comparable and both cameras offer the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

The ZS10 was brought out 18 months later than the TL220 making them a generation apart from one another. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before we go right into a in depth comparison, here is a brief summary of how the ZS10 grades vs the TL220 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Panasonic ZS10 vs Samsung TL220 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS10 and Samsung TL220. The entire galleries are provided at Panasonic ZS10 Gallery and Samsung TL220 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic ZS10 over the Samsung TL220
ZS10 | TL220 | |||
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Released | January 2011 | ![]() | August 2009 | More recent by 18 months |
Display resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer display (+230k dot) |
Reasons to pick Samsung TL220 over the Panasonic ZS10
TL220 | ZS10 |
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Common features in the Panasonic ZS10 and Samsung TL220
ZS10 | TL220 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | No manual focusing | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equal display measurements |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lacking selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Panasonic ZS10 vs Samsung TL220 Physical Comparison
When you are intending to lug around your camera regularly, you are going to need to think about its weight and measurements. The Panasonic ZS10 has physical dimensions of 105mm x 58mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") with a weight of 219 grams (0.48 lbs) and the Samsung TL220 has proportions of 100mm x 60mm x 19mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 0.7") having a weight of 169 grams (0.37 lbs).
Take a look at the Panasonic ZS10 versus Samsung TL220 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are utilising during that time. Here is a front view over all size comparison of the ZS10 against the TL220.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the ZS10 and TL220 is 91 and 95 respectively.

Panasonic ZS10 vs Samsung TL220 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it is very hard to see the contrast in sensor measurements only by seeing technical specs. The photograph underneath will help offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the ZS10 and TL220.
As you can tell, the 2 cameras have the same sensor dimensions but not the same resolution. You should anticipate the Panasonic ZS10 to produce extra detail having its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop photos a bit more aggressively. The younger ZS10 will have an edge when it comes to sensor innovation.

Panasonic ZS10 vs Samsung TL220 Screen and ViewFinder


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Panasonic ZS10 vs Samsung TL220 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS10 | Samsung TL220 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Panasonic | Samsung |
Model type | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS10 | Samsung TL220 |
Otherwise known as | Lumix DMC-TZ20 / Lumix DMC-TZ22 | ST500 |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
Announced | 2011-01-25 | 2009-08-13 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | Venus Engine FHD | - |
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 area | 27.7mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14MP | 12MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4000 x 3000 |
Highest native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Total focus points | 23 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 24-384mm (16.0x) | 27-124mm (4.6x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.3-5.9 | f/3.5-5.9 |
Macro focusing range | 3cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.9 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Screen resolution | 460 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 60s | 8s |
Max shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shutter speed | 10.0 frames per second | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 5.00 m | 3.40 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, Slow sync, Manual |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (60, 30, 15 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video format | MPEG-4, AVCHD | Motion JPEG |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
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 seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 219 gr (0.48 lbs) | 169 gr (0.37 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 105 x 58 x 33mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") | 100 x 60 x 19mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 0.7") |
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 | 260 shots | - |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | - | SLB-07A |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (10 sec, 2 sec, Double, Motion Timer) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | MicroSD/ MicroSDHC, internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch price | $350 | $90 |