Panasonic FX78 vs Samsung ST150F

Following is a thorough overview of the Panasonic FX78 and Samsung ST150F, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by rivals Panasonic and Samsung. There exists a huge gap between the resolutions of the FX78 (12MP) and ST150F (16MP) but both cameras provide the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The FX78 was launched 23 months before the ST150F which makes them a generation away from one another. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before delving straight to a complete comparison, here is a concise highlight of how the FX78 matches up versus the ST150F with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX78 and Samsung ST150F. The complete galleries are available at Panasonic FX78 Gallery and Samsung ST150F Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to carry around your camera frequently, you are going to need to consider its weight and measurements. The Panasonic FX78 provides external measurements of 100mm x 55mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") and a weight of 142 grams (0.31 lbs) whilst the Samsung ST150F has proportions of 94mm x 58mm x 18mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.7") having a weight of 114 grams (0.25 lbs).

Examine the Panasonic FX78 and Samsung ST150F in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are utilising at that time. Here is a front view measurements comparison of the FX78 and the ST150F.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the FX78 and ST150F is 95 and 96 respectively.

More often than not, its tough to envision the contrast between sensor sizes purely by going over specs. The picture below will provide you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the FX78 and ST150F.

All in all, both the cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit not the same megapixels. You should expect the Samsung ST150F to offer more detail utilizing its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also let you crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The more aged FX78 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor technology.