Panasonic SZ7 vs Samsung ST150F
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Panasonic SZ7 vs Samsung ST150F 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
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-125mm (F2.5-6.3) lens
- 114g - 94 x 58 x 18mm
- Announced January 2013
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In this article, we will be reviewing the Panasonic SZ7 versus Samsung ST150F, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by competitors Panasonic and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the SZ7 (14MP) and the ST150F (16MP) is pretty close and they possess the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe SZ7 was manufactured 12 months earlier than the ST150F so they are of a similar generation. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before getting in to a in depth comparison, below is a brief highlight of how the SZ7 scores vs the ST150F in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
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Reasons to pick Panasonic SZ7 over the Samsung ST150F
| SZ7 | ST150F | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Screen resolution | 460k |  | 230k | Crisper screen (+230k dot) |
Reasons to pick Samsung ST150F over the Panasonic SZ7
| ST150F | SZ7 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Announced | January 2013 |  | January 2012 | Newer by 12 months |
Common features in the Panasonic SZ7 and Samsung ST150F
| SZ7 | ST150F | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manually focus |  | No manual focus | ||
| Screen type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed screen |
| Screen sizing | 3" |  | 3" | Equivalent screen size |
| Selfie screen |  | Neither includes selfie screen | ||
| Touch friendly screen |  | Neither includes Touch friendly screen |
Panasonic SZ7 vs Samsung ST150F Physical Comparison
If you are aiming to travel with your camera often, you should factor in its weight and measurements. The Panasonic SZ7 features physical dimensions of 99mm x 59mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") and a weight of 133 grams (0.29 lbs) and the Samsung ST150F has proportions of 94mm x 58mm x 18mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.7") having a weight of 114 grams (0.25 lbs).
Check the Panasonic SZ7 versus Samsung ST150F in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you choose during that time. Following is the front view physical size comparison of the SZ7 compared to the ST150F.
Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the SZ7 and ST150F is 95 and 96 respectively.
Panasonic SZ7 vs Samsung ST150F Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, its hard to visualize the contrast in sensor dimensions purely by researching specs. The pic below might give you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the SZ7 and ST150F.
All in all, each of these cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit different resolution. You should expect the Samsung ST150F to render greater detail due to its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop shots far more aggressively. The more aged SZ7 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.
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Panasonic SZ7 vs Samsung ST150F Specifications
| Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ7 | Samsung ST150F | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Company | Panasonic | Samsung |
| Model type | Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ7 | Samsung ST150F |
| Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
| Revealed | 2012-01-09 | 2013-01-07 |
| Physical type | 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 area | 27.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 14MP | 16MP |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | - |
| Max resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4608 x 3456 |
| Max native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
| Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
| RAW files | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focusing | ||
| Autofocus touch | ||
| Continuous autofocus | ||
| Autofocus single | ||
| Tracking autofocus | ||
| Selective autofocus | ||
| Center weighted autofocus | ||
| Autofocus multi area | ||
| Autofocus live view | ||
| Face detect autofocus | ||
| Contract detect autofocus | ||
| Phase detect autofocus | ||
| Total focus points | 23 | - |
| Cross type focus points | - | - |
| Lens | ||
| Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens zoom range | 25-250mm (10.0x) | 25-125mm (5.0x) |
| Maximal aperture | f/3.1-5.9 | f/2.5-6.3 |
| Macro focusing distance | 4cm | - |
| Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Display size | 3 inch | 3 inch |
| Display resolution | 460 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch function | ||
| Display tech | TFT Color LCD | QVGA TFT LCD |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Min shutter speed | 8 seconds | 1 seconds |
| Max shutter speed | 1/1600 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
| Continuous shutter rate | 10.0fps | - |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Expose Manually | ||
| Custom white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Integrated flash | ||
| Flash distance | 5.60 m | - |
| Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction | - |
| External flash | ||
| AEB | ||
| White balance bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment metering | ||
| Average metering | ||
| Spot metering | ||
| Partial metering | ||
| AF area metering | ||
| Center weighted metering | ||
| Video features | ||
| Supported 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) |
| Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
| Video data format | MPEG-4, AVCHD | MPEG-4, H.264 |
| Microphone port | ||
| Headphone port | ||
| 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 | ||
| Environmental sealing | ||
| Water proofing | ||
| Dust proofing | ||
| Shock proofing | ||
| Crush proofing | ||
| Freeze proofing | ||
| Weight | 133g (0.29 lb) | 114g (0.25 lb) |
| Dimensions | 99 x 59 x 21mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") | 94 x 58 x 18mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.7") |
| 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 | 220 shots | - |
| Battery type | Battery Pack | - |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes |
| Time lapse shooting | ||
| Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | microSD/microSDHC/microSDXC |
| Card slots | One | One |
| Retail price | $199 | $300 |