Panasonic FH22 vs Samsung WB150F
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Panasonic FH22 vs Samsung WB150F Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-224mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 170g - 100 x 57 x 27mm
- Released January 2010
- Alternative Name is Lumix DMC-FS33
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- 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 FH22 vs Samsung WB150F Overview
In this article, we are analyzing the Panasonic FH22 vs Samsung WB150F, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals Panasonic and Samsung. The resolution of the FH22 (14MP) and the WB150F (14MP) is fairly comparable and they use the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The FH22 was introduced 24 months earlier than the WB150F making the cameras a generation away from one another. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before going in to a comprehensive comparison, below is a short introduction of how the FH22 matches up against the WB150F in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Panasonic FH22 vs Samsung WB150F Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH22 and Samsung WB150F. The whole galleries are provided at Panasonic FH22 Gallery and Samsung WB150F Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic FH22 over the Samsung WB150F
FH22 | WB150F | |||
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Touch display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Samsung WB150F over the Panasonic FH22
WB150F | FH22 | |||
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Released | January 2012 | ![]() | January 2010 | More modern by 24 months |
Manually focus | ![]() | Very accurate focus | ||
Display resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Sharper display (+230k dot) |
Common features in the Panasonic FH22 and Samsung WB150F
FH22 | WB150F | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display sizing | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equivalent display measurement |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither features selfie screen |
Panasonic FH22 vs Samsung WB150F Physical Comparison
For those who are intending to carry around your camera regularly, you'll have to think about its weight and measurements. The Panasonic FH22 enjoys exterior dimensions of 100mm x 57mm x 27mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.1") and a weight of 170 grams (0.37 lbs) whilst the Samsung WB150F has proportions of 107mm x 61mm x 23mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 0.9") along with a weight of 188 grams (0.41 lbs).
Contrast the Panasonic FH22 vs Samsung WB150F in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you choose during that time. Here is the front view scale comparison of the FH22 versus the WB150F.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the FH22 and WB150F is 94 and 93 respectively.

Panasonic FH22 vs Samsung WB150F Sensor Comparison
Normally, its hard to envision the difference in sensor sizes just by seeing specifications. The picture here might give you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the FH22 and WB150F.
To sum up, both of these cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the identical resolution therefore you should expect comparable quality of images but you will want to consider the production date of the cameras into account. The more aged FH22 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.

Panasonic FH22 vs Samsung WB150F Screen and ViewFinder


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Panasonic FH22 vs Samsung WB150F Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH22 | Samsung WB150F | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Panasonic | Samsung |
Model type | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH22 | Samsung WB150F |
Also called | Lumix DMC-FS33 | - |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Released | 2010-01-06 | 2012-01-09 |
Physical type | 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 surface area | 27.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixels | 14 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4608 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Total focus points | 9 | - |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-224mm (8.0x) | 24-432mm (18.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.3-5.9 | f/3.2-5.8 |
Macro focusing range | 5cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Display resolution | 230k dots | 460k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Display technology | - | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 60s | 16s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/1600s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shutter rate | 5.0 frames/s | 10.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 5.80 m | 3.50 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
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 | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 170g (0.37 pounds) | 188g (0.41 pounds) |
Dimensions | 100 x 57 x 27mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.1") | 107 x 61 x 23mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 ID | - | SLB-10A |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | One | One |
Cost at release | $200 | $230 |