Panasonic FZ1000 II vs Samsung DV150F

Let's take a closer look at the Panasonic FZ1000 II and Samsung DV150F, one being a Large Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Panasonic and Samsung. There is a crucial difference among the sensor resolutions of the FZ1000 II (20MP) and DV150F (16MP) and the FZ1000 II (1") and DV150F (1/2.3") use different sensor dimensions.

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The FZ1000 II was unveiled 6 years later than the DV150F and that is a fairly serious gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic FZ1000 II being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Samsung DV150F being a Compact camera.

Before diving straight into a step-by-step comparison, below is a concise highlight of how the FZ1000 II grades against the DV150F with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DC-FZ1000 II and Samsung DV150F. The full galleries are available at Panasonic FZ1000 II Gallery and Samsung DV150F Gallery.

In case you're planning to carry your camera, you have to think about its weight and size. The Panasonic FZ1000 II enjoys outside measurements of 136mm x 97mm x 132mm (5.4" x 3.8" x 5.2") and a weight of 808 grams (1.78 lbs) and the Samsung DV150F has specifications of 96mm x 55mm x 18mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 116 grams (0.26 lbs).

Look at the Panasonic FZ1000 II and Samsung DV150F in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you select during that time. Here is the front view proportions comparison of the FZ1000 II against the DV150F.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the FZ1000 II and DV150F is 55 and 96 respectively.

In many cases, it's difficult to visualize the difference in sensor sizing just by viewing specifications. The graphic here might give you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the FZ1000 II and DV150F.

Plainly, both cameras enjoy different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The FZ1000 II with its bigger sensor is going to make achieving shallower DOF less difficult and the Panasonic FZ1000 II will render extra detail having an extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also help you crop pictures far more aggressively. The fresher FZ1000 II provides a benefit when it comes to sensor technology.