Panasonic SZ7 vs Samsung DV150F
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Panasonic SZ7 vs Samsung DV150F Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-250mm (F3.1-5.9) lens
- 133g - 99 x 59 x 21mm
- Revealed January 2012
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-125mm (F2.5-6.3) lens
- 116g - 96 x 55 x 18mm
- Launched January 2013
Panasonic SZ7 vs Samsung DV150F Overview
Below, we are matching up the Panasonic SZ7 and Samsung DV150F, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by competitors Panasonic and Samsung. The resolution of the SZ7 (14MP) and the DV150F (16MP) is very close and they possess the exact same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe SZ7 was brought out 12 months prior to the DV150F so they are of a similar age. Both of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before we go straight into a complete comparison, below is a simple overview of how the SZ7 scores against the DV150F in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Panasonic SZ7 vs Samsung DV150F Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ7 & Samsung DV150F. The entire galleries are viewable at Panasonic SZ7 Gallery & Samsung DV150F Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic SZ7 over the Samsung DV150F
SZ7 | DV150F | |||
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Display dimension | 3" | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Reasons to pick Samsung DV150F over the Panasonic SZ7
DV150F | SZ7 | |||
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Launched | January 2013 | January 2012 | More modern by 12 months | |
Touch display | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Panasonic SZ7 and Samsung DV150F
SZ7 | DV150F | |||
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Focus manually | No manual focus | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display resolution | 460k | 460k | The same display resolution | |
Selfie screen | Lack of selfie screen |
Panasonic SZ7 vs Samsung DV150F Physical Comparison
If you are planning to carry around your camera regularly, you will have to factor in its weight and proportions. The Panasonic SZ7 enjoys exterior measurements of 99mm x 59mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") having a weight of 133 grams (0.29 lbs) while the Samsung DV150F has measurements of 96mm x 55mm x 18mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") along with a weight of 116 grams (0.26 lbs).
Check out the Panasonic SZ7 and Samsung DV150F in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into account, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are utilising at that moment. Underneath is the front view sizing comparison of the SZ7 vs the DV150F.
Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SZ7 and DV150F is 95 and 96 respectively.
Panasonic SZ7 vs Samsung DV150F Sensor Comparison
Normally, it is tough to visualise the contrast in sensor sizes merely by viewing specifications. The picture below will give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the SZ7 and DV150F.
To sum up, both of these cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but not the same MP. You can expect to see the Samsung DV150F to result in more detail having its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will make it easier to crop images much more aggressively. The more aged SZ7 will be behind when it comes to sensor tech.
Panasonic SZ7 vs Samsung DV150F Screen and ViewFinder
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Panasonic SZ7 vs Samsung DV150F Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ7 | Samsung DV150F | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Panasonic | Samsung |
Model | Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ7 | Samsung DV150F |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Revealed | 2012-01-09 | 2013-01-07 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CMOS | 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 | 14 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | - |
Maximum resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | 23 | - |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 25-250mm (10.0x) | 25-125mm (5.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.1-5.9 | f/2.5-6.3 |
Macro focus distance | 4cm | - |
Crop factor | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3 inches | 2.7 inches |
Resolution of display | 460k dot | 460k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Display tech | TFT Color LCD | Rear TFT LCD + 1.5 inch front LCd |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 8 seconds | 8 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/1600 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | 10.0 frames per sec | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 5.60 m | - |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction | - |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60, 30 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video format | MPEG-4, AVCHD | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 133g (0.29 lbs) | 116g (0.26 lbs) |
Dimensions | 99 x 59 x 21mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") | 96 x 55 x 18mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 220 shots | - |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | microSD/microSDHC/microSDXC |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Cost at launch | $199 | $150 |