Panasonic FS25 vs Samsung DV150F
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Panasonic FS25 vs Samsung DV150F Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 1600 (Push to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 29-145mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 148g - 97 x 58 x 22mm
- Announced January 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
- Released January 2013
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In this article, we are reviewing the Panasonic FS25 versus Samsung DV150F, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by manufacturers Panasonic and Samsung. There is a significant difference among the image resolutions of the FS25 (12MP) and DV150F (16MP) but they enjoy the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD CardsThe FS25 was revealed 5 years earlier than the DV150F and that is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before going in to a more detailed comparison, below is a quick summation of how the FS25 matches up versus the DV150F for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
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Reasons to pick Panasonic FS25 over the Samsung DV150F
| FS25 | DV150F | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Display sizing | 3" |  | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Reasons to pick Samsung DV150F over the Panasonic FS25
| DV150F | FS25 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Released | January 2013 |  | January 2009 | More recent by 48 months |
| Display resolution | 460k |  | 230k | Clearer display (+230k dot) |
| Touch display |  | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Panasonic FS25 and Samsung DV150F
| FS25 | DV150F | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manual focus |  | No manual focusing | ||
| Display type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed display |
| Selfie screen |  | Neither includes selfie screen |
Panasonic FS25 vs Samsung DV150F Physical Comparison
If you are planning to lug around your camera, you will want to factor its weight and measurements. The Panasonic FS25 features outer measurements of 97mm x 58mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.9") and a weight of 148 grams (0.33 lbs) while the Samsung DV150F has proportions of 96mm x 55mm x 18mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") having a weight of 116 grams (0.26 lbs).
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Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you have attached at the time. Here is the front view physical size comparison of the FS25 vs the DV150F.
Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the FS25 and DV150F is 95 and 96 respectively.
Panasonic FS25 vs Samsung DV150F Sensor Comparison
Usually, it is tough to visualize the contrast in sensor measurements just by checking out technical specs. The graphic below will offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the FS25 and DV150F.
As you have seen, each of the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but different megapixels. You should expect to see the Samsung DV150F to provide greater detail because of its extra 4MP. Greater resolution can also help you crop images a little more aggressively. The older FS25 will be behind when it comes to sensor technology.
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Panasonic FS25 vs Samsung DV150F Specifications
| Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS25 | Samsung DV150F | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Manufacturer | Panasonic | Samsung |
| Model | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS25 | Samsung DV150F |
| Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
| Announced | 2009-01-27 | 2013-01-07 |
| Physical type | Compact | Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| 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 | 12 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
| Anti aliasing filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 16:9, 4:3 and 3:2 | - |
| Highest resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4608 x 3456 |
| Highest native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
| Highest boosted ISO | 6400 | - |
| Minimum native ISO | 80 | 80 |
| RAW photos | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Focus manually | ||
| Touch to focus | ||
| AF continuous | ||
| Single AF | ||
| AF tracking | ||
| AF selectice | ||
| Center weighted AF | ||
| Multi area AF | ||
| Live view AF | ||
| Face detect focusing | ||
| Contract detect focusing | ||
| Phase detect focusing | ||
| Number of focus points | 11 | - |
| Cross focus points | - | - |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens focal range | 29-145mm (5.0x) | 25-125mm (5.0x) |
| Maximum aperture | f/3.3-5.9 | f/2.5-6.3 |
| Macro focus distance | 5cm | - |
| Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Display size | 3 inches | 2.7 inches |
| Display resolution | 230k dots | 460k dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch function | ||
| Display tech | - | Rear TFT LCD + 1.5 inch front LCd |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder type | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Lowest shutter speed | 60 seconds | 8 seconds |
| Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
| Continuous shooting rate | 2.0 frames/s | - |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manually set exposure | ||
| Change WB | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Inbuilt flash | ||
| Flash range | 5.30 m | - |
| Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync | - |
| External flash | ||
| AE bracketing | ||
| WB bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment metering | ||
| Average metering | ||
| Spot metering | ||
| Partial metering | ||
| AF area metering | ||
| Center weighted metering | ||
| Video features | ||
| Supported 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) |
| Highest video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
| Video file 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 | ||
| Environmental sealing | ||
| Water proof | ||
| Dust proof | ||
| Shock proof | ||
| Crush proof | ||
| Freeze proof | ||
| Weight | 148 gr (0.33 lb) | 116 gr (0.26 lb) |
| Dimensions | 97 x 58 x 22mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.9") | 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 | ||
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes |
| Time lapse feature | ||
| Storage type | SD/MMC/SDHC card, Internal | microSD/microSDHC/microSDXC |
| Card slots | One | One |
| Retail pricing | $230 | $150 |
