Panasonic FH7 vs Samsung DV150F
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Panasonic FH7 vs Samsung DV150F Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-112mm (F3.1-6.5) lens
- 126g - 95 x 56 x 19mm
- Introduced September 2011
- Alternate Name is Lumix DMC-FS22
(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
- Announced January 2013

Panasonic FH7 vs Samsung DV150F Overview
Here, we will be evaluating the Panasonic FH7 versus Samsung DV150F, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by companies Panasonic and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the FH7 (16MP) and the DV150F (16MP) is pretty well matched and both cameras boast the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The FH7 was brought out 16 months before the DV150F which makes them a generation apart from each other. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before diving right into a in depth comparison, here is a simple view of how the FH7 grades versus the DV150F in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Panasonic FH7 vs Samsung DV150F Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH7 and Samsung DV150F. The entire galleries are available at Panasonic FH7 Gallery and Samsung DV150F Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic FH7 over the Samsung DV150F
FH7 | DV150F | |||
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Screen size | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Reasons to pick Samsung DV150F over the Panasonic FH7
DV150F | FH7 | |||
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Announced | January 2013 | ![]() | September 2011 | Fresher by 16 months |
Screen resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Sharper screen (+230k dot) |
Common features in the Panasonic FH7 and Samsung DV150F
FH7 | DV150F | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | No manual focusing | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lacking selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Panasonic FH7 vs Samsung DV150F Physical Comparison
For anybody who is intending to carry your camera, you'll have to factor its weight and volume. The Panasonic FH7 offers outside dimensions of 95mm x 56mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") with a weight of 126 grams (0.28 lbs) while the Samsung DV150F has sizing of 96mm x 55mm x 18mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") having a weight of 116 grams (0.26 lbs).
Look at the Panasonic FH7 versus Samsung DV150F in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you choose at that moment. Following is a front view size comparison of the FH7 and the DV150F.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the FH7 and DV150F is 96 and 96 respectively.

Panasonic FH7 vs Samsung DV150F Sensor Comparison
Generally, it is very hard to imagine the contrast between sensor sizing simply by looking at technical specs. The photograph below may offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the FH7 and DV150F.
As you can tell, the two cameras come with the identical sensor size and the same exact resolution so you should expect similar quality of pictures however you should always factor the release date of the products into consideration. The older FH7 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor technology.

Panasonic FH7 vs Samsung DV150F Screen and ViewFinder


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Panasonic FH7 vs Samsung DV150F Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH7 | Samsung DV150F | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Panasonic | Samsung |
Model type | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH7 | Samsung DV150F |
Also Known as | Lumix DMC-FS22 | - |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Introduced | 2011-09-07 | 2013-01-07 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | Venus Engine IV | - |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 27.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | - |
Maximum resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch to focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Total focus points | 11 | - |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-112mm (4.0x) | 25-125mm (5.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.1-6.5 | f/2.5-6.3 |
Macro focusing distance | 5cm | - |
Crop factor | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3 inches | 2.7 inches |
Screen resolution | 230k dots | 460k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Screen tech | - | Rear TFT LCD + 1.5 inch front LCd |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 60 secs | 8 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/1600 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shooting rate | 4.0 frames/s | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.30 m | - |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction | - |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB 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), 320 x 240 (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 data format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
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 | 126 gr (0.28 pounds) | 116 gr (0.26 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 95 x 56 x 19mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") | 96 x 55 x 18mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") |
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 | 260 pictures | - |
Battery style | Battery Pack | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | microSD/microSDHC/microSDXC |
Card slots | One | One |
Launch pricing | $149 | $150 |