Panasonic S1 vs Samsung DV150F

Following is a thorough overview of the Panasonic S1 versus Samsung DV150F, former is a Pro Mirrorless while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Panasonic and Samsung. There is a large difference between the image resolutions of the S1 (24MP) and DV150F (16MP) and the S1 (Full frame) and DV150F (1/2.3") boast totally different sensor sizing.

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The S1 was launched 6 years after the DV150F which is quite a serious difference as far as tech is concerned. Each of these cameras have different body design with the Panasonic S1 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Samsung DV150F being a Compact camera.

Before getting into a in depth comparison, here is a simple overview of how the S1 scores against the DV150F in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DC-S1 & Samsung DV150F. The complete galleries are available at Panasonic S1 Gallery & Samsung DV150F Gallery.

For those who are planning to carry around your camera, you will have to factor its weight and size. The Panasonic S1 provides outer measurements of 149mm x 110mm x 97mm (5.9" x 4.3" x 3.8") along with a weight of 1021 grams (2.25 lbs) whilst 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).

Take a look at the Panasonic S1 versus Samsung DV150F in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are utilising at that time. Underneath is a front view dimensions comparison of the S1 against the DV150F.

Using size and weight, the portability score of the S1 and DV150F is 54 and 96 respectively.

In many cases, it's difficult to visualise the contrast between sensor sizes just by reviewing specifications. The image here might provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the S1 and DV150F.

Plainly, both of those cameras provide different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The S1 because of its bigger sensor will make getting shallow depth of field simpler and the Panasonic S1 will offer extra detail utilizing its extra 8 Megapixels. Higher resolution will let you crop shots more aggressively. The more recent S1 is going to have an edge with regard to sensor technology.