Panasonic SZ1 vs Samsung DV150F

In this article, we will be looking at the Panasonic SZ1 and Samsung DV150F, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by competitors Panasonic and Samsung. The resolution of the SZ1 (16MP) and the DV150F (16MP) is pretty close and they feature the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The SZ1 was brought out 12 months before the DV150F so they are both of a similar age. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving straight into a complete comparison, below is a short view of how the SZ1 scores versus the DV150F in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ1 & Samsung DV150F. The entire galleries are available at Panasonic SZ1 Gallery & Samsung DV150F Gallery.

For those who are going to lug around your camera often, you will need to factor its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic SZ1 enjoys outside dimensions of 99mm x 59mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") having a weight of 131 grams (0.29 lbs) while the Samsung DV150F has dimensions of 96mm x 55mm x 18mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") with a weight of 116 grams (0.26 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you have chosen at that time. Below is the front view dimension comparison of the SZ1 vs the DV150F.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the SZ1 and DV150F is 95 and 96 respectively.

Often, its hard to envision the difference in sensor measurements only by viewing specifications. The graphic below might provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the SZ1 and DV150F.

To sum up, the 2 cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the exact same resolution so you can expect comparable quality of files however you should really factor the age of the cameras into account. The older SZ1 will be behind with regard to sensor tech.