Panasonic FX580 vs Samsung DV150F
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Panasonic FX580 vs Samsung DV150F Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 1600 (Bump to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-125mm (F2.8-5.9) lens
- 167g - 95 x 57 x 22mm
- Revealed January 2009
- Alternate Name is Lumix DMC-FX550
(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
- Announced January 2013
Panasonic FX580 vs Samsung DV150F Overview
Lets examine more in depth at the Panasonic FX580 vs Samsung DV150F, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by competitors Panasonic and Samsung. There is a huge difference among the resolutions of the FX580 (12MP) and DV150F (16MP) but they possess the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").
Body cameras now worn by bakery staff to deter stealingThe FX580 was launched 5 years prior to the DV150F and that is a fairly significant gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before getting in to a full comparison, below is a concise summary of how the FX580 matches up against the DV150F for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Panasonic FX580 vs Samsung DV150F Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX580 and Samsung DV150F. The complete galleries are provided at Panasonic FX580 Gallery and Samsung DV150F Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic FX580 over the Samsung DV150F
FX580 | DV150F | |||
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Display sizing | 3" | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Reasons to pick Samsung DV150F over the Panasonic FX580
DV150F | FX580 | |||
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Announced | January 2013 | January 2009 | Fresher by 48 months | |
Display resolution | 460k | 230k | Sharper display (+230k dot) | |
Touch display | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Panasonic FX580 and Samsung DV150F
FX580 | DV150F | |||
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Manual focus | No manual focusing | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Selfie screen | Neither provides selfie screen |
Panasonic FX580 vs Samsung DV150F Physical Comparison
For anybody who is planning to carry your camera regularly, you will want to factor its weight and volume. The Panasonic FX580 provides external measurements of 95mm x 57mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") having a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs) and 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).
Contrast the Panasonic FX580 vs Samsung DV150F in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Underneath is the front view measurement comparison of the FX580 versus the DV150F.
Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the FX580 and DV150F is 95 and 96 respectively.
Panasonic FX580 vs Samsung DV150F Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it is difficult to visualize the contrast in sensor sizing only by going through specifications. The visual underneath may give you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the FX580 and DV150F.
Plainly, the 2 cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but different MP. You should anticipate the Samsung DV150F to show greater detail utilizing its extra 4MP. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop photos far more aggressively. The older FX580 will be behind in sensor innovation.
Panasonic FX580 vs Samsung DV150F Screen and ViewFinder
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Panasonic FX580 vs Samsung DV150F Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX580 | Samsung DV150F | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Panasonic | Samsung |
Model | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX580 | Samsung DV150F |
Alternate name | Lumix DMC-FX550 | - |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Revealed | 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 dimensions | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 27.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 16:9, 4:3 and 3:2 | - |
Full resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4608 x 3456 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Max boosted ISO | 6400 | - |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Number of focus points | 11 | - |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 25-125mm (5.0x) | 25-125mm (5.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/2.8-5.9 | f/2.5-6.3 |
Macro focus distance | 5cm | - |
Crop factor | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3 inches | 2.7 inches |
Screen resolution | 230 thousand dots | 460 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Screen technology | - | Rear TFT LCD + 1.5 inch front LCd |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 60s | 8s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shooting rate | 2.0 frames/s | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 6.00 m | - |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync | - |
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 | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 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) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic 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 proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 167 grams (0.37 lb) | 116 grams (0.26 lb) |
Dimensions | 95 x 57 x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" 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 recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/MMC/SDHC card, Internal | microSD/microSDHC/microSDXC |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Launch pricing | $499 | $150 |