Panasonic TS20 vs Samsung ST150F
95 Imaging
39 Features
28 Overall
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96 Imaging
39 Features
30 Overall
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Panasonic TS20 vs Samsung ST150F Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-100mm (F3.9-5.7) lens
- 142g - 101 x 58 x 19mm
- Launched January 2012
- Alternate Name is Lumix DMC-FT20
(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
- Released January 2013
Photography Glossary Panasonic TS20 vs Samsung ST150F Overview
On this page, we will be reviewing the Panasonic TS20 and Samsung ST150F, one being a Waterproof and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by companies Panasonic and Samsung. The image resolution of the TS20 (16MP) and the ST150F (16MP) is relatively comparable and both cameras have the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").
Photobucket discusses licensing 13 billion images with AI firmsThe TS20 was manufactured 11 months prior to the ST150F so they are both of a similar generation. The two cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before delving into a thorough comparison, here is a short synopsis of how the TS20 scores against the ST150F when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
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Reasons to pick Panasonic TS20 over the Samsung ST150F
| TS20 | ST150F |
|---|
Reasons to pick Samsung ST150F over the Panasonic TS20
| ST150F | TS20 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Released | January 2013 | January 2012 | Fresher by 11 months | |
| Screen dimensions | 3" | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Common features in the Panasonic TS20 and Samsung ST150F
| TS20 | ST150F | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manual focus | No manual focusing | |||
| Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
| Screen resolution | 230k | 230k | Same screen resolution | |
| Selfie screen | Missing selfie screen | |||
| Touch friendly screen | Neither has Touch friendly screen |
Panasonic TS20 vs Samsung ST150F Physical Comparison
When you are aiming to carry your camera frequently, you will have to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic TS20 has outer measurements of 101mm x 58mm x 19mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 142 grams (0.31 lbs) and the Samsung ST150F has dimensions of 94mm x 58mm x 18mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.7") with a weight of 114 grams (0.25 lbs).
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Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you have attached at that moment. Underneath is a front view over all size comparison of the TS20 versus the ST150F.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the TS20 and ST150F is 95 and 96 respectively.
Panasonic TS20 vs Samsung ST150F Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it's difficult to visualise the contrast in sensor sizing only by checking out a spec sheet. The visual below might give you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the TS20 and ST150F.
As you can see, both of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the identical MP so you should expect comparable quality of photos however you would want to consider the release date of the cameras into account. The older TS20 will be behind with regard to sensor technology.
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Panasonic TS20 vs Samsung ST150F Specifications
| Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS20 | Samsung ST150F | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Manufacturer | Panasonic | Samsung |
| Model type | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS20 | Samsung ST150F |
| Also called as | Lumix DMC-FT20 | - |
| Class | Waterproof | Small Sensor Compact |
| Launched | 2012-01-31 | 2013-01-07 |
| Body design | 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 area | 27.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | - |
| Peak resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
| Highest native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
| Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
| RAW images | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Focus manually | ||
| Autofocus touch | ||
| Autofocus continuous | ||
| Single autofocus | ||
| Tracking autofocus | ||
| Autofocus selectice | ||
| Center weighted autofocus | ||
| Multi area autofocus | ||
| Live view autofocus | ||
| 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 | 25-100mm (4.0x) | 25-125mm (5.0x) |
| Maximal aperture | f/3.9-5.7 | f/2.5-6.3 |
| Macro focusing distance | 5cm | - |
| Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Display diagonal | 2.7 inch | 3 inch |
| Display resolution | 230 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch friendly | ||
| Display tech | TFT LCD | QVGA TFT LCD |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Min shutter speed | 8 seconds | 1 seconds |
| Max shutter speed | 1/1300 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
| Continuous shutter speed | 1.0fps | - |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manual exposure | ||
| Custom white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Inbuilt flash | ||
| Flash distance | 4.40 m | - |
| Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro | - |
| External flash | ||
| AE bracketing | ||
| WB bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment | ||
| Average | ||
| Spot | ||
| Partial | ||
| AF area | ||
| Center weighted | ||
| Video features | ||
| Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15fps) |
| Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
| Video format | MPEG-4 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
| Microphone input | ||
| Headphone input | ||
| 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 seal | ||
| Water proofing | ||
| Dust proofing | ||
| Shock proofing | ||
| Crush proofing | ||
| Freeze proofing | ||
| Weight | 142g (0.31 pounds) | 114g (0.25 pounds) |
| Physical dimensions | 101 x 58 x 19mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.7") | 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 | 250 pictures | - |
| Battery format | 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 | One | One |
| Retail cost | $179 | $300 |