Panasonic FZ150 vs Samsung WB150F

Let's take a more detailed look at the Panasonic FZ150 vs Samsung WB150F, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by manufacturers Panasonic and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the FZ150 (12MP) and the WB150F (14MP) is very well matched and both cameras offer the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

Photography Glossary

The FZ150 was announced 4 months after the WB150F which means that they are of a similar generation. Both the cameras have different body design with the Panasonic FZ150 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Samsung WB150F being a Compact camera.

Before delving right into a full comparison, here is a concise synopsis of how the FZ150 grades against the WB150F with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ150 and Samsung WB150F. The whole galleries are viewable at Panasonic FZ150 Gallery and Samsung WB150F Gallery.

For those who are going to carry around your camera regularly, you'll need to think about its weight and measurements. The Panasonic FZ150 has physical dimensions of 124mm x 82mm x 92mm (4.9" x 3.2" x 3.6") with a weight of 528 grams (1.16 lbs) and the Samsung WB150F has proportions of 107mm x 61mm x 23mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 0.9") with a weight of 188 grams (0.41 lbs).

Examine the Panasonic FZ150 vs Samsung WB150F in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you have chosen at that time. Underneath is a front view over all size comparison of the FZ150 vs the WB150F.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the FZ150 and WB150F is 67 and 93 respectively.

Typically, it's tough to envision the gap between sensor sizes just by looking at technical specs. The picture below should give you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the FZ150 and WB150F.

As you can tell, the two cameras have the same sensor dimensions but not the same MP. You should expect to see the Samsung WB150F to resolve greater detail with its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop photos a bit more aggressively.