Panasonic LZ40 vs Samsung WB150F

The following is a complete assessment of the Panasonic LZ40 and Samsung WB150F, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by companies Panasonic and Samsung. There exists a huge gap among the image resolutions of the LZ40 (20MP) and WB150F (14MP) but they feature the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The LZ40 was released 2 years after the WB150F which is a fairly significant gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both the cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic LZ40 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Samsung WB150F being a Compact camera.

Before we go through a full comparison, below is a concise introduction of how the LZ40 grades against the WB150F in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ40 and Samsung WB150F. The complete galleries are viewable at Panasonic LZ40 Gallery and Samsung WB150F Gallery.

If you're going to travel with your camera regularly, you will want to take into account its weight and size. The Panasonic LZ40 comes with outer measurements of 126mm x 87mm x 94mm (5.0" x 3.4" x 3.7") and a weight of 524 grams (1.16 lbs) while the Samsung WB150F has specifications of 107mm x 61mm x 23mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 0.9") with a weight of 188 grams (0.41 lbs).

Contrast the Panasonic LZ40 and Samsung WB150F in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you choose during that time. Underneath is the front view over all size comparison of the LZ40 vs the WB150F.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the LZ40 and WB150F is 67 and 93 respectively.

Sometimes, it is tough to imagine the difference in sensor dimensions just by seeing technical specs. The image underneath may provide you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the LZ40 and WB150F.

As you have seen, the two cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit different resolution. You should expect the Panasonic LZ40 to provide greater detail as a result of its extra 6 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also help you crop photographs a little more aggressively. The more modern LZ40 should have an advantage when it comes to sensor innovation.