Panasonic FZ150 vs Samsung WB35F
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Panasonic FZ150 vs Samsung WB35F 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
- Released April 2012
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-288mm (F3.1-6.3) lens
- 194g - 101 x 61 x 28mm
- Announced January 2014

Panasonic FZ150 vs Samsung WB35F Overview
Here is a thorough overview of the Panasonic FZ150 vs Samsung WB35F, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by rivals Panasonic and Samsung. There is a crucial difference among the resolutions of the FZ150 (12MP) and WB35F (16MP) but both cameras offer the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

The FZ150 was introduced 21 months earlier than the WB35F which makes them a generation apart from each other. Both the cameras have different body design with the Panasonic FZ150 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Samsung WB35F being a Compact camera.
Before delving into a thorough comparison, here is a short summary of how the FZ150 scores vs the WB35F when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Panasonic FZ150 vs Samsung WB35F Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ150 and Samsung WB35F. The whole galleries are provided at Panasonic FZ150 Gallery and Samsung WB35F Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic FZ150 over the Samsung WB35F
FZ150 | WB35F | |||
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Screen type | Fully Articulated | ![]() | Fixed | Fully Articulating screen |
Screen dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Screen resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer screen (+230k dot) |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Take selfies |
Reasons to pick Samsung WB35F over the Panasonic FZ150
WB35F | FZ150 | |||
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Announced | January 2014 | ![]() | April 2012 | Fresher by 21 months |
Common features in the Panasonic FZ150 and Samsung WB35F
FZ150 | WB35F | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | More precise focus | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Neither provides Touch screen |
Panasonic FZ150 vs Samsung WB35F Physical Comparison
In case you're aiming to carry your camera often, you're going to have to consider its weight and proportions. The Panasonic FZ150 provides exterior measurements of 124mm x 82mm x 92mm (4.9" x 3.2" x 3.6") and a weight of 528 grams (1.16 lbs) whilst the Samsung WB35F has measurements of 101mm x 61mm x 28mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 1.1") along with a weight of 194 grams (0.43 lbs).
Contrast the Panasonic FZ150 vs Samsung WB35F in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are utilising at the time. Following is a front view proportions comparison of the FZ150 against the WB35F.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the FZ150 and WB35F is 67 and 93 respectively.

Panasonic FZ150 vs Samsung WB35F Sensor Comparison
Generally, it is tough to see the contrast in sensor sizing just by seeing specifications. The photograph below will provide you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the FZ150 and WB35F.
To sum up, both cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same resolution. You should expect the Samsung WB35F to produce greater detail using its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will enable you to crop pictures more aggressively. The older FZ150 will be behind in sensor tech.

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Panasonic FZ150 vs Samsung WB35F Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ150 | Samsung WB35F | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Panasonic | Samsung |
Model | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ150 | Samsung WB35F |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Released | 2012-04-11 | 2014-01-07 |
Body design | SLR-like (bridge) | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4608 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | 23 | - |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 25-600mm (24.0x) | 24-288mm (12.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/2.8-5.2 | f/3.1-6.3 |
Macro focus distance | 1cm | - |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fully Articulated | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3 inch | 2.7 inch |
Screen resolution | 460k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | None |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | - |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 30 secs | 8 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | 12.0fps | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 9.50 m | - |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | - |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60, 30 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (220 fps) | 1280 x 720 |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video format | MPEG-4, AVCHD, Motion JPEG | - |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | none |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 528g (1.16 lbs) | 194g (0.43 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 124 x 82 x 92mm (4.9" x 3.2" x 3.6") | 101 x 61 x 28mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | 40 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | 19.4 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | 10.9 | not tested |
DXO Low light score | 132 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 410 images | - |
Battery form | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | - | BP70A |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, 10 sec (3 pictures)) | - |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | MicroSD, MicroSDHC, MicroSDXC |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch price | $499 | $130 |