Panasonic FH8 vs Samsung DV150F
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Panasonic FH8 vs Samsung DV150F Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-120mm (F2.5-6.4) lens
- 123g - 96 x 57 x 19mm
- Revealed January 2012
(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
- Revealed January 2013

Panasonic FH8 vs Samsung DV150F Overview
Lets take a closer look at the Panasonic FH8 versus Samsung DV150F, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by competitors Panasonic and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the FH8 (16MP) and the DV150F (16MP) is pretty close and they enjoy the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The FH8 was announced 12 months before the DV150F so they are both of a similar age. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before getting straight into a in depth comparison, below is a short highlight of how the FH8 matches up against the DV150F for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Panasonic FH8 vs Samsung DV150F Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH8 & Samsung DV150F. The whole galleries are provided at Panasonic FH8 Gallery & Samsung DV150F Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic FH8 over the Samsung DV150F
FH8 | DV150F | |||
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Screen sizing | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Reasons to pick Samsung DV150F over the Panasonic FH8
DV150F | FH8 | |||
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Revealed | January 2013 | ![]() | January 2012 | More recent by 12 months |
Screen resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer screen (+230k dot) |
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Panasonic FH8 and Samsung DV150F
FH8 | DV150F | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Lack of manual focusing | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither features selfie screen |
Panasonic FH8 vs Samsung DV150F Physical Comparison
For those who are intending to lug around your camera, you should consider its weight and volume. The Panasonic FH8 enjoys physical dimensions of 96mm x 57mm x 19mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") with a weight of 123 grams (0.27 lbs) whilst the Samsung DV150F has sizing of 96mm x 55mm x 18mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") along with a weight of 116 grams (0.26 lbs).
Check the Panasonic FH8 versus Samsung DV150F in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you have chosen at that moment. Following is the front view overall size comparison of the FH8 and the DV150F.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the FH8 and DV150F is 96 and 96 respectively.

Panasonic FH8 vs Samsung DV150F Sensor Comparison
Typically, it can be tough to see the contrast in sensor measurements only by researching a spec sheet. The photograph here will provide you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the FH8 and DV150F.
As you can see, both of those cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the identical MP so you can expect comparable quality of images but you may want to factor the launch date of the cameras into account. The older FH8 will be disadvantaged in sensor technology.

Panasonic FH8 vs Samsung DV150F Screen and ViewFinder


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Panasonic FH8 vs Samsung DV150F Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH8 | Samsung DV150F | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Panasonic | Samsung |
Model | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH8 | Samsung DV150F |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Revealed | 2012-01-09 | 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 surface area | 27.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | - |
Highest resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | 23 | - |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 24-120mm (5.0x) | 25-125mm (5.0x) |
Max aperture | f/2.5-6.4 | f/2.5-6.3 |
Macro focus range | 4cm | - |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3" | 2.7" |
Resolution of display | 230k dot | 460k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Display technology | TFT Color LCD | Rear TFT LCD + 1.5 inch front LCd |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 8 secs | 8 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/1600 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | 1.0fps | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 5.60 m | - |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction | - |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
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) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video format | MPEG-4 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
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 | 123 gr (0.27 pounds) | 116 gr (0.26 pounds) |
Dimensions | 96 x 57 x 19mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") | 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 | 260 photos | - |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | microSD/microSDHC/microSDXC |
Storage slots | One | One |
Retail pricing | $149 | $150 |