Panasonic FS12 vs Samsung DV150F
95 Imaging
34 Features
14 Overall
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96 Imaging
39 Features
29 Overall
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Panasonic FS12 vs Samsung DV150F Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 1600 (Bump to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 31-124mm (F2.8-5.9) lens
- 129g - 97 x 55 x 22mm
- Launched April 2009
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-125mm (F2.5-6.3) lens
- 116g - 96 x 55 x 18mm
- Introduced January 2013

Panasonic FS12 vs Samsung DV150F Overview
On this page, we are looking at the Panasonic FS12 versus Samsung DV150F, former is a Ultracompact while the other is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Panasonic and Samsung. There exists a considerable gap among the sensor resolutions of the FS12 (12MP) and DV150F (16MP) but both cameras offer the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

The FS12 was launched 4 years before the DV150F which is a fairly large difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both the cameras have different body design with the Panasonic FS12 being a Ultracompact camera and the Samsung DV150F being a Compact camera.
Before diving right into a complete comparison, here is a concise overview of how the FS12 matches up against the DV150F with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Panasonic FS12 vs Samsung DV150F Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS12 & Samsung DV150F. The complete galleries are available at Panasonic FS12 Gallery & Samsung DV150F Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic FS12 over the Samsung DV150F
FS12 | DV150F |
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Reasons to pick Samsung DV150F over the Panasonic FS12
DV150F | FS12 | |||
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Introduced | January 2013 | ![]() | April 2009 | More modern by 45 months |
Display resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer display (+230k dot) |
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Panasonic FS12 and Samsung DV150F
FS12 | DV150F | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | No manual focus | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display dimensions | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.7" | Equal display sizing |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither offers selfie screen |
Panasonic FS12 vs Samsung DV150F Physical Comparison
If you're planning to carry around your camera regularly, you will have to consider its weight and volume. The Panasonic FS12 offers physical measurements of 97mm x 55mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.9") and a weight of 129 grams (0.28 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 out the Panasonic FS12 versus Samsung DV150F in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you have attached at that time. Following is a front view overall size comparison of the FS12 and the DV150F.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the FS12 and DV150F is 95 and 96 respectively.

Panasonic FS12 vs Samsung DV150F Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it can be tough to see the contrast in sensor sizes just by going through a spec sheet. The pic below might offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the FS12 and DV150F.
Clearly, both the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but not the same resolution. You can anticipate the Samsung DV150F to produce greater detail utilizing its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will enable you to crop photos more aggressively. The more aged FS12 will be behind with regard to sensor technology.

Panasonic FS12 vs Samsung DV150F Screen and ViewFinder


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Panasonic FS12 vs Samsung DV150F Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS12 | Samsung DV150F | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Panasonic | Samsung |
Model | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS12 | Samsung DV150F |
Type | Ultracompact | Small Sensor Compact |
Launched | 2009-04-17 | 2013-01-07 |
Body design | Ultracompact | 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 | 12MP | 16MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | - |
Highest Possible resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Maximum enhanced ISO | 6400 | - |
Min native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 31-124mm (4.0x) | 25-125mm (5.0x) |
Max aperture | f/2.8-5.9 | f/2.5-6.3 |
Macro focus range | 5cm | - |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 2.7" | 2.7" |
Resolution of display | 230 thousand dot | 460 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Display technology | - | Rear TFT LCD + 1.5 inch front LCd |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 60 seconds | 8 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | 2.0 frames per sec | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 6.30 m | - |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | - |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 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) |
Maximum video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
Video 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 | 129g (0.28 lbs) | 116g (0.26 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 97 x 55 x 22mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.9") | 96 x 55 x 18mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 | ||
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC card, Internal | microSD/microSDHC/microSDXC |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Retail cost | $228 | $150 |