Panasonic FH27 vs Samsung ST150F

Its time to look more closely at the Panasonic FH27 vs Samsung ST150F, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by manufacturers Panasonic and Samsung. The resolution of the FH27 (16MP) and the ST150F (16MP) is fairly similar and both cameras offer the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The FH27 was launched 24 months prior to the ST150F making them a generation away from each other. The two cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before delving right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a simple highlight of how the FH27 scores versus the ST150F in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH27 and Samsung ST150F. The complete galleries are viewable at Panasonic FH27 Gallery and Samsung ST150F Gallery.

In case you're intending to carry around your camera often, you're going to have to factor its weight and measurements. The Panasonic FH27 has external dimensions of 99mm x 57mm x 28mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.1") with a weight of 152 grams (0.34 lbs) and the Samsung ST150F has proportions of 94mm x 58mm x 18mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.7") having a weight of 114 grams (0.25 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are using at that time. Below is a front view proportions comparison of the FH27 against the ST150F.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the FH27 and ST150F is 94 and 96 respectively.

Usually, its hard to visualize the gap between sensor sizes only by reading technical specs. The picture below will help offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the FH27 and ST150F.

As you have seen, the two cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the same exact MP therefore you should expect similar quality of images though you should always factor the production date of the products into consideration. The more aged FH27 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.