Panasonic ZR1 vs Samsung DV150F
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Panasonic ZR1 vs Samsung DV150F Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-200mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 158g - 98 x 55 x 26mm
- Launched July 2009
- Also referred to as Lumix DMC-ZX1
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-125mm (F2.5-6.3) lens
- 116g - 96 x 55 x 18mm
- Released January 2013
Panasonic ZR1 vs Samsung DV150F Overview
Let's look a bit more closely at the Panasonic ZR1 and Samsung DV150F, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by companies Panasonic and Samsung. There exists a noticeable gap between the resolutions of the ZR1 (12MP) and DV150F (16MP) but both cameras boast the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD CardsThe ZR1 was brought out 4 years earlier than the DV150F which is quite a sizable difference as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before going straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a simple introduction of how the ZR1 grades against the DV150F in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Panasonic ZR1 vs Samsung DV150F Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZR1 & Samsung DV150F. The entire galleries are provided at Panasonic ZR1 Gallery & Samsung DV150F Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic ZR1 over the Samsung DV150F
ZR1 | DV150F |
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Reasons to pick Samsung DV150F over the Panasonic ZR1
DV150F | ZR1 | |||
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Released | January 2013 | July 2009 | More modern by 42 months | |
Screen resolution | 460k | 230k | Sharper screen (+230k dot) | |
Touch screen | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Panasonic ZR1 and Samsung DV150F
ZR1 | DV150F | |||
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Manually focus | Lack of manual focus | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen size | 2.7" | 2.7" | Same screen dimensions | |
Selfie screen | Missing selfie screen |
Panasonic ZR1 vs Samsung DV150F Physical Comparison
If you are looking to carry around your camera frequently, you will need to take into account its weight and proportions. The Panasonic ZR1 provides physical measurements of 98mm x 55mm x 26mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") having a weight of 158 grams (0.35 lbs) whilst 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).
Contrast the Panasonic ZR1 and Samsung DV150F in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you select at that time. Below is a front view physical size comparison of the ZR1 compared to the DV150F.
Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the ZR1 and DV150F is 94 and 96 respectively.
Panasonic ZR1 vs Samsung DV150F Sensor Comparison
More often than not, its hard to envision the contrast between sensor sizes merely by checking specifications. The picture here may give you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the ZR1 and DV150F.
Plainly, both cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit not the same megapixels. You can expect the Samsung DV150F to give extra detail having its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The more aged ZR1 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.
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Panasonic ZR1 vs Samsung DV150F Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZR1 | Samsung DV150F | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Panasonic | Samsung |
Model | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZR1 | Samsung DV150F |
Alternative name | Lumix DMC-ZX1 | - |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Launched | 2009-07-27 | 2013-01-07 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | Venus Engine V | - |
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 | 12 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | - |
Full resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4608 x 3456 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Number of focus points | 11 | - |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 25-200mm (8.0x) | 25-125mm (5.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.3-5.9 | f/2.5-6.3 |
Macro focus distance | 3cm | - |
Crop factor | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 2.7" | 2.7" |
Resolution of screen | 230 thousand dot | 460 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Screen tech | - | Rear TFT LCD + 1.5 inch front LCd |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 60 secs | 8 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | 2.0 frames per second | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 5.10 m | - |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | - |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | 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 | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 158 gr (0.35 lb) | 116 gr (0.26 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 98 x 55 x 26mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") | 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 | ||
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC card, Internal | microSD/microSDHC/microSDXC |
Storage slots | One | One |
Launch price | $280 | $150 |