Panasonic SZ10 vs Samsung WB150F
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![Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ10 front Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ10 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-SZ10/Panasonic-SZ10-front.jpg)
![Samsung WB150F front Samsung WB150F front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Samsung-WB150F/Samsung-WB150F-front.jpg)
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Panasonic SZ10 vs Samsung WB150F Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Boost to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-288mm (F3.1-6.3) lens
- 177g - 99 x 60 x 30mm
- Revealed January 2015
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-432mm (F3.2-5.8) lens
- 188g - 107 x 61 x 23mm
- Launched January 2012
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Panasonic SZ10 vs Samsung WB150F Overview
Here, we will be looking at the Panasonic SZ10 and Samsung WB150F, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by companies Panasonic and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the SZ10 (16MP) and the WB150F (14MP) is relatively comparable and both cameras provide the identical sensor size (1/2.3").
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The SZ10 was announced 3 years after the WB150F which is a fairly serious gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before we go straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a concise introduction of how the SZ10 scores versus the WB150F in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
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Panasonic SZ10 vs Samsung WB150F Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ10 and Samsung WB150F. The whole galleries are viewable at Panasonic SZ10 Gallery and Samsung WB150F Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic SZ10 over the Samsung WB150F
SZ10 | WB150F | |||
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Launched | January 2015 | ![]() | January 2012 | Newer by 37 months |
Screen type | Tilting | ![]() | Fixed | Tilting screen |
Reasons to pick Samsung WB150F over the Panasonic SZ10
WB150F | SZ10 | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
Focus manually | ![]() | More accurate focus |
Common features in the Panasonic SZ10 and Samsung WB150F
SZ10 | WB150F | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
Screen size | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Same screen size |
Screen resolution | 460k | ![]() | 460k | Exact same screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lack of selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Lack of Touch screen |
Panasonic SZ10 vs Samsung WB150F Physical Comparison
In case you're looking to travel with your camera often, you should factor in its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic SZ10 has got exterior measurements of 99mm x 60mm x 30mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.2") accompanied by a weight of 177 grams (0.39 lbs) and the Samsung WB150F has dimensions of 107mm x 61mm x 23mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 0.9") having a weight of 188 grams (0.41 lbs).
Look at the Panasonic SZ10 and Samsung WB150F in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are working with at that time. Below is a front view dimension comparison of the SZ10 and the WB150F.
![Panasonic SZ10 vs Samsung WB150F size comparison Panasonic SZ10 vs Samsung WB150F size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-SZ10-vs-Samsung-WB150F-size-comparison.jpg)
Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the SZ10 and WB150F is 93 and 93 respectively.
![Panasonic SZ10 vs Samsung WB150F top view buttons comparison Panasonic SZ10 vs Samsung WB150F top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-SZ10-vs-Samsung-WB150F-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Panasonic SZ10 vs Samsung WB150F Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it is very tough to envision the difference in sensor dimensions purely by seeing specifications. The pic underneath should give you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the SZ10 and WB150F.
To sum up, both of those cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit not the same MP. You should count on the Panasonic SZ10 to produce extra detail with its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop shots way more aggressively. The more modern SZ10 will have an advantage with regard to sensor technology.
![Panasonic SZ10 vs Samsung WB150F sensor size comparison Panasonic SZ10 vs Samsung WB150F sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-SZ10-vs-Samsung-WB150F-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Panasonic SZ10 vs Samsung WB150F Screen and ViewFinder
![Panasonic SZ10 vs Samsung WB150F Screen and Viewfinder comparison Panasonic SZ10 vs Samsung WB150F Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-SZ10-vs-Samsung-WB150F-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison
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Street Comparison
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Sports Comparison
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Travel Comparison
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Landscape Comparison
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Vlogging Comparison
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Panasonic SZ10 vs Samsung WB150F Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ10 | Samsung WB150F | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Panasonic | Samsung |
Model type | Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ10 | Samsung WB150F |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Revealed | 2015-01-06 | 2012-01-09 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 27.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16MP | 14MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Max enhanced ISO | 6400 | - |
Min native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Total focus points | 9 | - |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 24-288mm (12.0x) | 24-432mm (18.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.1-6.3 | f/3.2-5.8 |
Macro focusing distance | - | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Tilting | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3" | 3" |
Display resolution | 460k dots | 460k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Display tech | - | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 8 seconds | 16 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shutter rate | 1.4 frames/s | 10.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 5.20 m | 3.50 m |
Flash options | Auto, auto w/redeye reduction, on, slow sync w/redeye, off | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30p), 640 x 480 (30p), 320 x 240 (30p) | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 177 gr (0.39 lb) | 188 gr (0.41 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 99 x 60 x 30mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.2") | 107 x 61 x 23mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 200 images | - |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | - | SLB-10A |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Cost at release | $200 | $230 |