Panasonic LZ30 vs Samsung WB150F

In this write-up, we will be comparing the Panasonic LZ30 versus Samsung WB150F, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by rivals Panasonic and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the LZ30 (16MP) and the WB150F (14MP) is pretty well matched and they enjoy the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The LZ30 was revealed 13 months after the WB150F which makes the cameras a generation away from one another. Both the cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic LZ30 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Samsung WB150F being a Compact camera.

Before diving through a comprehensive comparison, below is a simple summation of how the LZ30 matches up against the WB150F in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ30 and Samsung WB150F. The full galleries are viewable at Panasonic LZ30 Gallery and Samsung WB150F Gallery.

If you are aiming to carry around your camera regularly, you are going to need to consider its weight and volume. The Panasonic LZ30 enjoys outside measurements of 124mm x 84mm x 92mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 3.6") with a weight of 552 grams (1.22 lbs) and the Samsung WB150F has sizing of 107mm x 61mm x 23mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 0.9") with a weight of 188 grams (0.41 lbs).

See the Panasonic LZ30 versus Samsung WB150F in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are working with at that time. Below is the front view measurement comparison of the LZ30 vs the WB150F.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the LZ30 and WB150F is 66 and 93 respectively.

Sometimes, its difficult to visualize the gap between sensor sizes just by reading through a spec sheet. The image here might give you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the LZ30 and WB150F.

As you can see, both of these cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit different MP. You should expect the Panasonic LZ30 to give you greater detail because of its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop photographs a little more aggressively. The newer LZ30 provides a benefit with regard to sensor tech.