Panasonic S1 vs Samsung WB150F

Here is a extensive assessment of the Panasonic S1 and Samsung WB150F, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by competitors Panasonic and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the S1 (12MP) and the WB150F (14MP) is relatively well matched and they feature the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The S1 was launched 12 months earlier than the WB150F and they are both of a similar age. Both the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving through a complete comparison, below is a quick summary of how the S1 grades versus the WB150F in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-S1 & Samsung WB150F. The complete galleries are viewable at Panasonic S1 Gallery & Samsung WB150F Gallery.

For those who are going to carry your camera often, you need to consider its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic S1 features physical dimensions of 99mm x 59mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") and a weight of 117 grams (0.26 lbs) and the Samsung WB150F has dimensions of 107mm x 61mm x 23mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 0.9") with a weight of 188 grams (0.41 lbs).

Examine the Panasonic S1 and Samsung WB150F in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are using during that time. Here is the front view physical size comparison of the S1 vs the WB150F.

Using size and weight, the portability score of the S1 and WB150F is 96 and 93 respectively.

Often, it's hard to picture the gap between sensor sizing merely by reading through specs. The photograph below may give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the S1 and WB150F.

As you can plainly see, each of the cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements albeit different MP. You can count on the Samsung WB150F to give you extra detail utilizing its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop photographs somewhat more aggressively. The older S1 is going to be behind in sensor tech.