Panasonic FZ150 vs Panasonic FZ300

On this page, we are looking at the Panasonic FZ150 and Panasonic FZ300, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras and both of them are created by Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the FZ150 (12MP) and the FZ300 (12MP) is fairly similar and both cameras posses the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The FZ150 was unveiled 4 years prior to the FZ300 and that is quite a significant gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras have the same body design (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before diving into a thorough comparison, here is a simple highlight of how the FZ150 matches up vs the FZ300 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ150 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ300. The full galleries are provided at Panasonic FZ150 Gallery and Panasonic FZ300 Gallery.

For anyone who is planning to lug around your camera frequently, you will want to factor its weight and size. The Panasonic FZ150 has outer dimensions of 124mm x 82mm x 92mm (4.9" x 3.2" x 3.6") accompanied by a weight of 528 grams (1.16 lbs) whilst the Panasonic FZ300 has specifications of 132mm x 92mm x 117mm (5.2" x 3.6" x 4.6") and a weight of 691 grams (1.52 lbs).

Contrast the Panasonic FZ150 and Panasonic FZ300 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are utilising at that time. The following is a front view dimensions comparison of the FZ150 vs the FZ300.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the FZ150 and FZ300 is 67 and 59 respectively.

More often than not, it's difficult to imagine the gap between sensor measurements merely by reading specs. The graphic underneath will give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the FZ150 and FZ300.

All in all, the two cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the identical resolution and you should expect similar quality of pictures although you will need to factor the release date of the products into consideration. The older FZ150 is going to be behind with regard to sensor innovation.