Panasonic S1R vs Samsung DV150F

Let's take a deeper look at the Panasonic S1R and Samsung DV150F, former is a Pro Mirrorless while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Panasonic and Samsung. There is a considerable difference among the resolutions of the S1R (47MP) and DV150F (16MP) and the S1R (Full frame) and DV150F (1/2.3") have different sensor sizing.

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The S1R was unveiled 6 years after the DV150F which is a fairly large difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of these cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic S1R being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Samsung DV150F being a Compact camera.

Before going straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a simple overview of how the S1R grades against the DV150F with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DC-S1R & Samsung DV150F. The full galleries are provided at Panasonic S1R Gallery & Samsung DV150F Gallery.

In case you're intending to carry around your camera often, you have to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic S1R has got external measurements of 149mm x 110mm x 97mm (5.9" x 4.3" x 3.8") having a weight of 1020 grams (2.25 lbs) whilst the Samsung DV150F has dimensions of 96mm x 55mm x 18mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") and a weight of 116 grams (0.26 lbs).

See the Panasonic S1R and Samsung DV150F in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you have chosen at that time. The following is a front view dimension comparison of the S1R versus the DV150F.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the S1R and DV150F is 54 and 96 respectively.

Oftentimes, it can be difficult to visualize the gap in sensor sizes merely by researching a spec sheet. The image underneath might provide you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the S1R and DV150F.

Clearly, both cameras come with different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The S1R using its bigger sensor is going to make getting bokeh less difficult and the Panasonic S1R will provide you with greater detail having an extra 31 Megapixels. Higher resolution will allow you to crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The newer S1R provides an edge with regard to sensor technology.