Fujifilm A150 vs Panasonic SZ1
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![Fujifilm FinePix A150 front Fujifilm FinePix A150 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Fujifilm-FinePix-A150/Fujifilm-A150-front.jpg)
![Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ1 front Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ1 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-SZ1/Panasonic-SZ1-front.jpg)
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Fujifilm A150 vs Panasonic SZ1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 1600
- 640 x 480 video
- 36-107mm (F3.1-5.6) lens
- 130g - 92 x 61 x 22mm
- Introduced February 2009
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-250mm (F3.1-5.9) lens
- 131g - 99 x 59 x 21mm
- Revealed January 2012
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Fujifilm A150 vs Panasonic SZ1 Overview
Here, we are evaluating the Fujifilm A150 versus Panasonic SZ1, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by manufacturers FujiFilm and Panasonic. There is a noticeable difference among the sensor resolutions of the Fujifilm A150 (10MP) and SZ1 (16MP) but both cameras have the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").
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The Fujifilm A150 was introduced 3 years earlier than the SZ1 which is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before diving into a step-by-step comparison, here is a short summary of how the Fujifilm A150 scores against the SZ1 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
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Fujifilm A150 vs Panasonic SZ1 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Fujifilm FinePix A150 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ1. The whole galleries are provided at Fujifilm A150 Gallery & Panasonic SZ1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm A150 over the Panasonic SZ1
Fujifilm A150 | SZ1 |
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Reasons to pick Panasonic SZ1 over the Fujifilm A150
SZ1 | Fujifilm A150 | |||
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Revealed | January 2012 | ![]() | February 2009 | Newer by 35 months |
Common features in the Fujifilm A150 and Panasonic SZ1
Fujifilm A150 | SZ1 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Lack of manual focus | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display size | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Same display measurements |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | The same display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lacking selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Lacking Touch display |
Fujifilm A150 vs Panasonic SZ1 Physical Comparison
When you are planning to travel with your camera regularly, you will want to think about its weight and size. The Fujifilm A150 has got physical measurements of 92mm x 61mm x 22mm (3.6" x 2.4" x 0.9") and a weight of 130 grams (0.29 lbs) whilst the Panasonic SZ1 has specifications of 99mm x 59mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 131 grams (0.29 lbs).
Compare the Fujifilm A150 versus Panasonic SZ1 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Remember, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are utilising at that moment. The following is a front view dimensions comparison of the Fujifilm A150 vs the SZ1.
![Fujifilm A150 vs Panasonic SZ1 size comparison Fujifilm A150 vs Panasonic SZ1 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Fujifilm-FinePix-A150-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-SZ1-size-comparison.jpg)
Considering size and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm A150 and SZ1 is 95 and 95 respectively.
![Fujifilm A150 vs Panasonic SZ1 top view buttons comparison Fujifilm A150 vs Panasonic SZ1 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Fujifilm-FinePix-A150-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-SZ1-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Fujifilm A150 vs Panasonic SZ1 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it is very hard to see the contrast in sensor dimensions just by viewing specifications. The picture underneath will help give you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm A150 and SZ1.
Plainly, each of the cameras feature the identical sensor size but not the same megapixels. You can anticipate the Panasonic SZ1 to provide you with more detail using its extra 6 Megapixels. Greater resolution will enable you to crop photos way more aggressively. The more aged Fujifilm A150 will be behind in sensor innovation.
![Fujifilm A150 vs Panasonic SZ1 sensor size comparison Fujifilm A150 vs Panasonic SZ1 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Fujifilm-FinePix-A150-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-SZ1-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Fujifilm A150 vs Panasonic SZ1 Screen and ViewFinder
![Fujifilm A150 vs Panasonic SZ1 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Fujifilm A150 vs Panasonic SZ1 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Fujifilm-FinePix-A150-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-SZ1-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison
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Street Comparison
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Sports Comparison
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Travel Comparison
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Landscape Comparison
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Vlogging Comparison
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Fujifilm A150 vs Panasonic SZ1 Specifications
Fujifilm FinePix A150 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ1 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | FujiFilm | Panasonic |
Model | Fujifilm FinePix A150 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ1 |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Introduced | 2009-02-04 | 2012-01-09 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 3:2 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 4608 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Number of focus points | - | 23 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 36-107mm (3.0x) | 25-250mm (10.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.1-5.6 | f/3.1-5.9 |
Macro focus range | 5cm | 4cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of display | 230 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Display tech | - | TFT Color LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 8s | 8s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/1600s |
Continuous shooting speed | - | 1.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 3.90 m | 5.60 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Slow sync, Red-eye reduction, Forced Flash, Suppressed Flash | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4 |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 130 gr (0.29 pounds) | 131 gr (0.29 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 92 x 61 x 22mm (3.6" x 2.4" x 0.9") | 99 x 59 x 21mm (3.9" x 2.3" 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 | - | 250 photos |
Type of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Retail cost | $130 | $179 |