Panasonic G9 vs Samsung ST150F

Following is a extended review of the Panasonic G9 vs Samsung ST150F, one is a Pro Mirrorless and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors Panasonic and Samsung. There exists a big gap among the sensor resolutions of the G9 (20MP) and ST150F (16MP) and the G9 (Four Thirds) and ST150F (1/2.3") posses totally different sensor measurements.

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The G9 was launched 4 years after the ST150F which is a fairly big gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras have different body design with the Panasonic G9 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Samsung ST150F being a Compact camera.

Before we go right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a brief summary of how the G9 matches up versus the ST150F in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DC-G9 and Samsung ST150F. The complete galleries are provided at Panasonic G9 Gallery and Samsung ST150F Gallery.

In case you're aiming to carry around your camera, you will have to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic G9 has exterior dimensions of 137mm x 97mm x 92mm (5.4" x 3.8" x 3.6") having a weight of 658 grams (1.45 lbs) and the Samsung ST150F has dimensions of 94mm x 58mm x 18mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.7") and a weight of 114 grams (0.25 lbs).

Take a look at the Panasonic G9 vs Samsung ST150F in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you have during that time. Below is a front view scale comparison of the G9 and the ST150F.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the G9 and ST150F is 62 and 96 respectively.

Sometimes, it can be difficult to envision the difference in sensor sizes only by researching specs. The picture below should provide you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the G9 and ST150F.

All in all, each of the cameras provide different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The G9 because of its larger sensor will make achieving shallower DOF less difficult and the Panasonic G9 will result in greater detail utilizing its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also let you crop photos more aggressively. The more recent G9 will have a benefit when it comes to sensor tech.