Panasonic ZR1 vs Samsung ST150F
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Panasonic ZR1 vs Samsung ST150F 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
- Announced July 2009
- Additionally Known as Lumix DMC-ZX1
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-125mm (F2.5-6.3) lens
- 114g - 94 x 58 x 18mm
- Introduced January 2013

Panasonic ZR1 vs Samsung ST150F Overview
Its time to take a deeper look at the Panasonic ZR1 versus Samsung ST150F, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by manufacturers Panasonic and Samsung. There exists a sizeable gap between the sensor resolutions of the ZR1 (12MP) and ST150F (16MP) but both cameras offer the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The ZR1 was manufactured 4 years before the ST150F which is quite a large gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before getting into a thorough comparison, here is a concise view of how the ZR1 grades vs the ST150F with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Panasonic ZR1 vs Samsung ST150F Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZR1 and Samsung ST150F. The entire galleries are provided at Panasonic ZR1 Gallery and Samsung ST150F Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic ZR1 over the Samsung ST150F
ZR1 | ST150F |
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Reasons to pick Samsung ST150F over the Panasonic ZR1
ST150F | ZR1 | |||
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Introduced | January 2013 | ![]() | July 2009 | Newer by 42 months |
Display dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Common features in the Panasonic ZR1 and Samsung ST150F
ZR1 | ST150F | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Lack of manual focus | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Exact same display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither includes selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Neither includes Touch friendly display |
Panasonic ZR1 vs Samsung ST150F Physical Comparison
If you're looking to travel with your camera, you should factor in its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic ZR1 features physical dimensions of 98mm x 55mm x 26mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") with a weight of 158 grams (0.35 lbs) whilst the Samsung ST150F has dimensions of 94mm x 58mm x 18mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.7") having a weight of 114 grams (0.25 lbs).
Compare the Panasonic ZR1 versus Samsung ST150F in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Below is a front view proportions comparison of the ZR1 against the ST150F.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the ZR1 and ST150F is 94 and 96 respectively.

Panasonic ZR1 vs Samsung ST150F Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it can be tough to visualize the contrast between sensor dimensions simply by reading through specs. The picture underneath should give you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the ZR1 and ST150F.
As you can plainly see, both of those cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but different resolution. You should expect to see the Samsung ST150F to resolve extra detail due to its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also help you crop photos more aggressively. The more aged ZR1 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor tech.

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Panasonic ZR1 vs Samsung ST150F Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZR1 | Samsung ST150F | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Panasonic | Samsung |
Model type | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZR1 | Samsung ST150F |
Also called as | Lumix DMC-ZX1 | - |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Announced | 2009-07-27 | 2013-01-07 |
Physical type | 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 surface area | 27.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | - |
Highest Possible resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Total focus points | 11 | - |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 25-200mm (8.0x) | 25-125mm (5.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.3-5.9 | f/2.5-6.3 |
Macro focusing distance | 3cm | - |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 2.7 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of screen | 230k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Screen tech | - | QVGA TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 60 secs | 1 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shutter rate | 2.0 frames per second | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 5.10 m | - |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | - |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported 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) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
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 | 158 gr (0.35 lbs) | 114 gr (0.25 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 98 x 55 x 26mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") | 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 | ||
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC card, Internal | microSD/microSDHC/microSDXC |
Card slots | One | One |
Launch cost | $280 | $300 |