Panasonic LX3 vs Samsung WB150F
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Panasonic LX3 vs Samsung WB150F Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/1.63" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-60mm (F2.0-2.8) lens
- 265g - 109 x 60 x 27mm
- Announced November 2008
- Refreshed by Panasonic LX5
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-432mm (F3.2-5.8) lens
- 188g - 107 x 61 x 23mm
- Revealed January 2012
Panasonic LX3 vs Samsung WB150F Overview
Following is a detailed analysis of the Panasonic LX3 versus Samsung WB150F, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals Panasonic and Samsung. There exists a considerable gap among the image resolutions of the LX3 (10MP) and WB150F (14MP) and the LX3 (1/1.63") and WB150F (1/2.3") use different sensor sizes.
Snapchat Adds Watermarks to AI-Created ImagesThe LX3 was revealed 4 years prior to the WB150F which is a fairly large difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before going through a comprehensive comparison, below is a short summary of how the LX3 scores versus the WB150F when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Panasonic LX3 vs Samsung WB150F Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX3 & Samsung WB150F. The full galleries are viewable at Panasonic LX3 Gallery & Samsung WB150F Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic LX3 over the Samsung WB150F
LX3 | WB150F |
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Reasons to pick Samsung WB150F over the Panasonic LX3
WB150F | LX3 | |||
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Revealed | January 2012 | November 2008 | More modern by 38 months |
Common features in the Panasonic LX3 and Samsung WB150F
LX3 | WB150F | |||
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Focus manually | Dial accurate focus | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display sizing | 3" | 3" | Equivalent display dimensions | |
Display resolution | 460k | 460k | Exact same display resolution | |
Selfie screen | Neither contains selfie screen | |||
Touch display | Neither contains Touch display |
Panasonic LX3 vs Samsung WB150F Physical Comparison
If you're looking to carry around your camera often, you should factor in its weight and measurements. The Panasonic LX3 has got exterior measurements of 109mm x 60mm x 27mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.1") with a weight of 265 grams (0.58 lbs) while the Samsung WB150F has proportions of 107mm x 61mm x 23mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 0.9") having a weight of 188 grams (0.41 lbs).
Contrast the Panasonic LX3 versus Samsung WB150F in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you choose at the time. Underneath is the front view dimension comparison of the LX3 and the WB150F.
Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the LX3 and WB150F is 91 and 93 respectively.
Panasonic LX3 vs Samsung WB150F Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it can be hard to visualize the contrast in sensor sizes merely by researching specifications. The image underneath will offer you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the LX3 and WB150F.
To sum up, each of these cameras offer different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The LX3 using its larger sensor is going to make shooting bokeh simpler and the Samsung WB150F will result in more detail because of its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will let you crop pics a little more aggressively. The more aged LX3 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.
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Panasonic LX3 vs Samsung WB150F Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX3 | Samsung WB150F | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Panasonic | Samsung |
Model type | Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX3 | Samsung WB150F |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Announced | 2008-11-04 | 2012-01-09 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/1.63" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 8.07 x 5.56mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 44.9mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10MP | 14MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 4608 x 3456 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 24-60mm (2.5x) | 24-432mm (18.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/2.0-2.8 | f/3.2-5.8 |
Macro focusing range | 1cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 4.5 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Screen resolution | 460k dot | 460k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Screen technology | - | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 60s | 16s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shooting speed | 3.0 frames/s | 10.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 8.30 m | 3.50 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (HD 24 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30fps), 320 x 240 (10fps) | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | - | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 265 grams (0.58 lb) | 188 grams (0.41 lb) |
Dimensions | 109 x 60 x 27mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.1") | 107 x 61 x 23mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | 39 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | 19.6 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | 10.8 | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | 94 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery ID | - | SLB-10A |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | SD/MMC/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | One | One |
Cost at launch | $449 | $230 |