Panasonic 3D1 vs Samsung WB150F
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Panasonic 3D1 vs Samsung WB150F 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
- Revealed November 2011
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-432mm (F3.2-5.8) lens
- 188g - 107 x 61 x 23mm
- Released January 2012

Panasonic 3D1 vs Samsung WB150F Overview
The following is a detailed analysis of the Panasonic 3D1 versus Samsung WB150F, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by competitors Panasonic and Samsung. The image resolution of the 3D1 (12MP) and the WB150F (14MP) is pretty close and both cameras provide the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

The 3D1 was released 2 months prior to the WB150F so they are of a similar age. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before diving right into a thorough comparison, here is a quick summation of how the 3D1 scores versus the WB150F with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Panasonic 3D1 vs Samsung WB150F Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-3D1 & Samsung WB150F. The complete galleries are available at Panasonic 3D1 Gallery & Samsung WB150F Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic 3D1 over the Samsung WB150F
3D1 | WB150F | |||
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Screen size | 3.5" | ![]() | 3" | Bigger screen (+0.5") |
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Samsung WB150F over the Panasonic 3D1
WB150F | 3D1 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Dial precise focusing |
Common features in the Panasonic 3D1 and Samsung WB150F
3D1 | WB150F | |||
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Released | November 2011 | ![]() | January 2012 | Same age |
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen resolution | 460k | ![]() | 460k | The same screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Missing selfie screen |
Panasonic 3D1 vs Samsung WB150F Physical Comparison
For anybody who is looking to travel with your camera, you're going to have to think about its weight and volume. The Panasonic 3D1 enjoys external dimensions of 108mm x 58mm x 24mm (4.3" x 2.3" x 0.9") with a weight of 193 grams (0.43 lbs) whilst the Samsung WB150F has sizing of 107mm x 61mm x 23mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 0.9") and a weight of 188 grams (0.41 lbs).
Compare the Panasonic 3D1 versus Samsung WB150F in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember that, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are utilizing during that time. The following is a front view scale comparison of the 3D1 compared to the WB150F.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the 3D1 and WB150F is 93 and 93 respectively.

Panasonic 3D1 vs Samsung WB150F Sensor Comparison
Generally, it is difficult to imagine the contrast in sensor dimensions just by researching a spec sheet. The pic underneath may provide you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the 3D1 and WB150F.
Clearly, both of the cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit different megapixels. You can expect the Samsung WB150F to result in extra detail as a result of its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop photographs way more aggressively.

Panasonic 3D1 vs Samsung WB150F Screen and ViewFinder


Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison

Street Comparison

Sports Comparison

Travel Comparison

Landscape Comparison

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Panasonic 3D1 vs Samsung WB150F Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-3D1 | Samsung WB150F | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Panasonic | Samsung |
Model type | Panasonic Lumix DMC-3D1 | Samsung WB150F |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Revealed | 2011-11-07 | 2012-01-09 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
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 | 14 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4608 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW format | ||
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 | - |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 25-100mm (4.0x) | 24-432mm (18.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.9-5.7 | f/3.2-5.8 |
Macro focusing range | 5cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3.5 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of screen | 460k dot | 460k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Screen technology | TFT Full Touch Screen with AR coating | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 60s | 16s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/1300s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shooting speed | - | 10.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.50 m | 3.50 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60, 30 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, AVCHD, Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
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 | 193 gr (0.43 lb) | 188 gr (0.41 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 108 x 58 x 24mm (4.3" x 2.3" x 0.9") | 107 x 61 x 23mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 200 shots | - |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | - | SLB-10A |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | One | One |
Launch cost | $670 | $230 |