Panasonic F5 vs Samsung DV150F
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Panasonic F5 vs Samsung DV150F Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F3.2-6.5) lens
- 121g - 97 x 58 x 22mm
- Released January 2013
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-125mm (F2.5-6.3) lens
- 116g - 96 x 55 x 18mm
- Released January 2013

Panasonic F5 vs Samsung DV150F Overview
Here is a in-depth overview of the Panasonic F5 vs Samsung DV150F, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by rivals Panasonic and Samsung. The image resolution of the F5 (14MP) and the DV150F (16MP) is relatively well matched and both cameras boast the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The F5 was announced around the same time to the DV150F which means that they are both of a similar age. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before getting straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a brief highlight of how the F5 matches up vs the DV150F with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Panasonic F5 vs Samsung DV150F Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-F5 & Samsung DV150F. The whole galleries are available at Panasonic F5 Gallery & Samsung DV150F Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic F5 over the Samsung DV150F
F5 | DV150F |
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Reasons to pick Samsung DV150F over the Panasonic F5
DV150F | F5 | |||
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Screen resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper screen (+230k dot) |
Touch screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Panasonic F5 and Samsung DV150F
F5 | DV150F | |||
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Released | January 2013 | ![]() | January 2013 | Similar age |
Focus manually | ![]() | No manual focusing | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen size | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.7" | Same screen measurement |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither offers selfie screen |
Panasonic F5 vs Samsung DV150F Physical Comparison
If you are going to carry your camera, you need to take into account its weight and measurements. The Panasonic F5 offers exterior dimensions of 97mm x 58mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.9") along with a weight of 121 grams (0.27 lbs) and the Samsung DV150F has proportions of 96mm x 55mm x 18mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") having a weight of 116 grams (0.26 lbs).
Compare the Panasonic F5 vs Samsung DV150F in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you select at that time. Here is a front view size comparison of the F5 against the DV150F.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the F5 and DV150F is 96 and 96 respectively.

Panasonic F5 vs Samsung DV150F Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it's tough to visualise the difference between sensor sizing only by checking specifications. The photograph here should provide you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the F5 and DV150F.
To sum up, both of these cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit not the same MP. You can count on the Samsung DV150F to resolve greater detail with its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop pictures a good deal more aggressively.

Panasonic F5 vs Samsung DV150F Screen and ViewFinder


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Panasonic F5 vs Samsung DV150F Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-F5 | Samsung DV150F | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Panasonic | Samsung |
Model | Panasonic Lumix DMC-F5 | Samsung DV150F |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Released | 2013-01-07 | 2013-01-07 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 27.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Maximum resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 25-125mm (5.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.2-6.5 | f/2.5-6.3 |
Macro focus range | 5cm | - |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 2.7" | 2.7" |
Screen resolution | 230k dot | 460k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Screen technology | TFT LCD | Rear TFT LCD + 1.5 inch front LCd |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 8 secs | 8 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | 1.0 frames per second | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 5.70 m | - |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro | - |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | 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 proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 121 gr (0.27 lb) | 116 gr (0.26 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 97 x 58 x 22mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.9") | 96 x 55 x 18mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 250 photographs | - |
Battery form | Battery Pack | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | microSD/microSDHC/microSDXC |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch cost | $100 | $150 |