Panasonic 3D1 vs Panasonic FZ150
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Panasonic 3D1 vs Panasonic FZ150 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-100mm (F3.9-5.7) lens
- 193g - 108 x 58 x 24mm
- Launched November 2011
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-600mm (F2.8-5.2) lens
- 528g - 124 x 82 x 92mm
- Announced April 2012

Panasonic 3D1 vs Panasonic FZ150 Overview
Its time to look closer at the Panasonic 3D1 and Panasonic FZ150, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom and both are created by Panasonic. The image resolution of the 3D1 (12MP) and the FZ150 (12MP) is very close and both cameras provide the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

The 3D1 was manufactured 5 months earlier than the FZ150 which means that they are of a similar age. Both cameras have different body design with the Panasonic 3D1 being a Compact camera and the Panasonic FZ150 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.
Before going straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a simple introduction of how the 3D1 scores vs the FZ150 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Panasonic 3D1 vs Panasonic FZ150 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-3D1 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ150. The entire galleries are available at Panasonic 3D1 Gallery & Panasonic FZ150 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic 3D1 over the Panasonic FZ150
3D1 | FZ150 | |||
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Display dimensions | 3.5" | ![]() | 3" | Larger display (+0.5") |
Touch display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Panasonic FZ150 over the Panasonic 3D1
FZ150 | 3D1 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | More accurate focusing | ||
Display type | Fully Articulated | ![]() | Fixed | Fully Articulating display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Take selfies |
Common features in the Panasonic 3D1 and Panasonic FZ150
3D1 | FZ150 | |||
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Announced | November 2011 | ![]() | April 2012 | Same age |
Display resolution | 460k | ![]() | 460k | Exact same display resolution |
Panasonic 3D1 vs Panasonic FZ150 Physical Comparison
If you are going to carry around your camera often, you're going to have to consider its weight and size. The Panasonic 3D1 provides exterior dimensions of 108mm x 58mm x 24mm (4.3" x 2.3" x 0.9") along with a weight of 193 grams (0.43 lbs) whilst the Panasonic FZ150 has specifications of 124mm x 82mm x 92mm (4.9" x 3.2" x 3.6") having a weight of 528 grams (1.16 lbs).
Take a look at the Panasonic 3D1 and Panasonic FZ150 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember that, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are working with at the time. Below is a front view scale comparison of the 3D1 versus the FZ150.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the 3D1 and FZ150 is 93 and 67 respectively.

Panasonic 3D1 vs Panasonic FZ150 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it is very hard to imagine the difference in sensor sizes purely by viewing specifications. The pic here might give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the 3D1 and FZ150.
Plainly, both of the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the same exact megapixels therefore you can expect comparable quality of photographs however you will want to take the launch date of the cameras into account.

Panasonic 3D1 vs Panasonic FZ150 Screen and ViewFinder


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Panasonic 3D1 vs Panasonic FZ150 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-3D1 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ150 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Panasonic | Panasonic |
Model type | Panasonic Lumix DMC-3D1 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ150 |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Launched | 2011-11-07 | 2012-04-11 |
Body design | Compact | SLR-like (bridge) |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4000 x 3000 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Total focus points | 23 | 23 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 25-100mm (4.0x) | 25-600mm (24.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.9-5.7 | f/2.8-5.2 |
Macro focusing distance | 5cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fully Articulated |
Screen diagonal | 3.5" | 3" |
Screen resolution | 460k dot | 460k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Screen technology | TFT Full Touch Screen with AR coating | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | Electronic |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 100 percent |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 60s | 30s |
Max shutter speed | 1/1300s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shutter speed | - | 12.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.50 m | 9.50 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60, 30 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60, 30 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (220 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, AVCHD, Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, AVCHD, Motion JPEG |
Mic 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 proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 193g (0.43 lb) | 528g (1.16 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 108 x 58 x 24mm (4.3" x 2.3" x 0.9") | 124 x 82 x 92mm (4.9" x 3.2" x 3.6") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | 40 |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 19.4 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 10.9 |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | 132 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 200 photographs | 410 photographs |
Battery format | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, 10 sec (3 pictures)) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Price at release | $670 | $499 |