Panasonic FZ150 vs Samsung WB850F

Let's take a closer look at the Panasonic FZ150 and Samsung WB850F, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by rivals Panasonic and Samsung. There is a significant difference between the image resolutions of the FZ150 (12MP) and WB850F (16MP) but they feature the exact same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The FZ150 was launched 4 months later than the WB850F so they are both of a similar generation. Both of these cameras come with different body type with the Panasonic FZ150 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Samsung WB850F being a Compact camera.

Before getting straight into a detailed comparison, below is a concise overview of how the FZ150 scores versus the WB850F with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ150 and Samsung WB850F. The complete galleries are viewable at Panasonic FZ150 Gallery and Samsung WB850F Gallery.

When you are planning to carry your camera, you should take into account its weight and proportions. The Panasonic FZ150 has got external 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 Samsung WB850F has measurements of 109mm x 62mm x 25mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.0") having a weight of 250 grams (0.55 lbs).

Contrast the Panasonic FZ150 and Samsung WB850F in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you have at the time. Underneath is the front view measurements comparison of the FZ150 and the WB850F.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the FZ150 and WB850F is 67 and 91 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is very hard to visualize the contrast between sensor sizing merely by reviewing technical specs. The graphic below may offer you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the FZ150 and WB850F.

As you can tell, both the cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements but different MP. You should anticipate the Samsung WB850F to offer extra detail utilizing its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also make it easier to crop photos somewhat more aggressively.