Panasonic FZ150 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G
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Panasonic FZ150 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-600mm (F2.8-5.2) lens
- 528g - 124 x 82 x 92mm
- Announced April 2012
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 4.8" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 23-481mm (F) lens
- 305g - 129 x 71 x 19mm
- Announced August 2012

Panasonic FZ150 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G Overview
In this write-up, we are reviewing the Panasonic FZ150 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by competitors Panasonic and Samsung. There is a crucial difference between the resolutions of the FZ150 (12MP) and Galaxy Camera 4G (16MP) but they possess the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The FZ150 was launched 4 months earlier than the Galaxy Camera 4G and they are of a similar generation. Both cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic FZ150 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G being a Compact camera.
Before going in to a comprehensive comparison, below is a concise introduction of how the FZ150 scores versus the Galaxy Camera 4G in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Panasonic FZ150 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ150 and Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G. The complete galleries are available at Panasonic FZ150 Gallery and Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic FZ150 over the Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G
FZ150 | Galaxy Camera 4G | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | More precise focusing | ||
Display type | Fully Articulated | ![]() | Fixed | Fully Articulating display |
Display resolution | 460k | ![]() | 0k | Clearer display (+460k dot) |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Easy selfies |
Reasons to pick Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G over the Panasonic FZ150
Galaxy Camera 4G | FZ150 | |||
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Display sizing | 4.8" | ![]() | 3" | Larger display (+1.8") |
Touch display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Panasonic FZ150 and Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G
FZ150 | Galaxy Camera 4G | |||
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Announced | April 2012 | ![]() | August 2012 | Similar generation |
Panasonic FZ150 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G Physical Comparison
When you are looking to carry around your camera frequently, you will want to consider its weight and size. The Panasonic FZ150 features external dimensions of 124mm x 82mm x 92mm (4.9" x 3.2" x 3.6") with a weight of 528 grams (1.16 lbs) whilst the Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G has specifications of 129mm x 71mm x 19mm (5.1" x 2.8" x 0.7") with a weight of 305 grams (0.67 lbs).
Check out the Panasonic FZ150 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are utilising during that time. Underneath is the front view size comparison of the FZ150 and the Galaxy Camera 4G.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the FZ150 and Galaxy Camera 4G is 67 and 90 respectively.

Panasonic FZ150 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G Sensor Comparison
Generally, it is difficult to envision the difference between sensor sizes only by looking at specifications. The pic underneath might provide you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the FZ150 and Galaxy Camera 4G.
Plainly, both cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but not the same MP. You should anticipate the Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G to resolve greater detail utilizing its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also help you crop pics a little more aggressively.

Panasonic FZ150 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G Screen and ViewFinder


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Panasonic FZ150 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ150 | Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Panasonic | Samsung |
Model type | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ150 | Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Announced | 2012-04-11 | 2012-08-29 |
Body design | SLR-like (bridge) | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | - | 1.4GHz Quad-Core |
Sensor type | CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | - |
Maximum resolution | 4000 x 3000 | - |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Total focus points | 23 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 25-600mm (24.0x) | 23-481mm (20.9x) |
Max aperture | f/2.8-5.2 | - |
Macro focusing range | 1cm | - |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fully Articulated | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3" | 4.8" |
Resolution of screen | 460k dot | 0k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Screen tech | - | 308 ppi, HD Super Clear Touch Display |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | None |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | - |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 30 secs | - |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | - |
Continuous shooting speed | 12.0 frames/s | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 9.50 m | no built-in flash |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | no built-in flash |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60, 30 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (220 fps) | 1920 x 1080 |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, AVCHD, Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | none |
GPS | None | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 528 gr (1.16 lbs) | 305 gr (0.67 lbs) |
Dimensions | 124 x 82 x 92mm (4.9" x 3.2" x 3.6") | 129 x 71 x 19mm (5.1" x 2.8" x 0.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | 40 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | 19.4 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | 10.9 | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | 132 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 410 pictures | - |
Battery format | Battery Pack | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, 10 sec (3 pictures)) | - |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | micro SD/micro SDHC/micro SDXC |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Price at launch | $499 | $550 |