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Panasonic ZS25 vs Samsung WB150F

Portability
93
Imaging
40
Features
43
Overall
41
Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS25 front
 
Samsung WB150F front
Portability
93
Imaging
37
Features
42
Overall
39

Panasonic ZS25 vs Samsung WB150F Key Specs

Panasonic ZS25
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 100 - 6400
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • 24-480mm (F3.3-6.4) lens
  • 193g - 105 x 59 x 28mm
  • Released January 2013
  • Other Name is Lumix DMC-TZ35
  • Succeeded the Panasonic ZS20
  • Successor is Panasonic ZS30
Samsung WB150F
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 80 - 3200
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 24-432mm (F3.2-5.8) lens
  • 188g - 107 x 61 x 23mm
  • Introduced January 2012
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Panasonic ZS25 vs Samsung WB150F Overview

Let's take a closer look at the Panasonic ZS25 vs Samsung WB150F, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by rivals Panasonic and Samsung. The image resolution of the ZS25 (16MP) and the WB150F (14MP) is pretty similar and both cameras offer the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

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The ZS25 was launched 13 months later than the WB150F which makes them a generation apart from each other. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before going straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a brief introduction of how the ZS25 scores versus the WB150F in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

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Reasons to pick Panasonic ZS25 over the Samsung WB150F

 ZS25 WB150F 
IntroducedJanuary 2013January 2012More recent by 13 months

Reasons to pick Samsung WB150F over the Panasonic ZS25

 WB150F ZS25 
Manually focus Very accurate focusing

Common features in the Panasonic ZS25 and Samsung WB150F

 ZS25 WB150F 
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Screen size3"3"Same screen size
Screen resolution460k460kThe same screen resolution
Selfie screen Lack of selfie screen
Touch friendly screen Neither offers Touch friendly screen

Panasonic ZS25 vs Samsung WB150F Physical Comparison

For those who are looking to lug around your camera frequently, you'll have to think about its weight and measurements. The Panasonic ZS25 offers physical measurements of 105mm x 59mm x 28mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") and a weight of 193 grams (0.43 lbs) and the Samsung WB150F has proportions of 107mm x 61mm x 23mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 0.9") having a weight of 188 grams (0.41 lbs).

Take a look at the Panasonic ZS25 vs Samsung WB150F in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Always remember, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you select at that time. Underneath is a front view physical size comparison of the ZS25 against the WB150F.

Panasonic ZS25 vs Samsung WB150F size comparison

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the ZS25 and WB150F is 93 and 93 respectively.

Panasonic ZS25 vs Samsung WB150F top view buttons comparison

Panasonic ZS25 vs Samsung WB150F Sensor Comparison

Usually, it is tough to see the difference between sensor measurements just by reviewing specs. The photograph below may offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the ZS25 and WB150F.

All in all, both of these cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit not the same megapixels. You can expect the Panasonic ZS25 to offer you more detail utilizing its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will enable you to crop pictures way more aggressively. The fresher ZS25 is going to have an advantage when it comes to sensor tech.

Panasonic ZS25 vs Samsung WB150F sensor size comparison

Panasonic ZS25 vs Samsung WB150F Screen and ViewFinder

Panasonic ZS25 vs Samsung WB150F Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Portrait photography with Panasonic ZS25
Portrait photography with Samsung WB150F
32
good MP (16 megapixels)
lack of manual focus
external flash not possible
very small sensor (1/2.3")
no RAW files
42
has manual focus
megapixel count decent (14 megapixels)
comes with face detect focus
cannot use external flash
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
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Street Comparison

Panasonic ZS25 Street photography info
Samsung WB150F Street photography info
66
image stabilization (Optical)
includes focus by touch
lighter than others in class (193 grams)
screen is fixed
very small sensor (1/2.3")
no RAW files
62
built in image stabilization (Optical)
lighter than competitors (188 grams)
no articulating screen
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
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Sports Comparison

Panasonic ZS25 Sports photography information
Samsung WB150F Sports photography information
45
excellent zoom range (24-480mm 20.0 x zoom)
image stabilization (Optical)
good MP (16MP)
includes tracking focus
low maximum shutter speed (1/1,200 seconds)
very small sensor (1/2.3")
low battery pack (260 per charge)
no phase detect auto focus
51
incredible zoom range (24-432mm 18.0 x zoom)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
megapixel count decent (14MP)
comes with tracking focus
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
does not have phase detect auto focus
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Travel Comparison

Travel photography with Panasonic ZS25
Travel photography with Samsung WB150F
69
lighter than others in class (193 grams)
includes focus by touch
good MP (16 megapixels)
flash built-in
decently wide (24mm)
long zoom (480mm)
missing Timelapse mode
low battery pack (260 per charge)
does not have a selfie friendly display
slow maximum aperture (f3.3)
69
lighter than competitors (188g)
megapixel count decent (14MP)
has built in flash
pretty wide (24mm)
great zoom (432mm)
missing Timelapse mode
doesn't contain selfie friendly screen
sluggish max aperture (f3.2)
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Landscape Comparison

Panasonic ZS25 as a Landscape photography camera
Samsung WB150F as a Landscape photography camera
43
decently wide (24mm)
screen size is good (3")
image stabilization (Optical)
good MP (16 megapixels)
lack of manual focus
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
slow maximum aperture (f3.3)
very small sensor (1/2.3")
no RAW files
low battery pack (260 shots)
missing Timelapse mode
49
has manual focus
pretty wide (24mm)
pretty good screen size (3 inches)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
megapixel count decent (14MP)
cannot swap lenses (fixed lens mount)
sluggish max aperture (f3.2)
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
missing Timelapse mode
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Vlogging Comparison

Panasonic ZS25 as a Vlogging camera
Samsung WB150F as a Vlogging camera
34
decently wide (24mm)
image stabilization (Optical)
high res video (1920 x 1080 pxls)
lighter than others in class (193g)
slow maximum aperture (f3.3)
does not have a selfie friendly display
missing microphone socket
32
pretty wide (24mm)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
comes with face detect focus
lighter than competitors (188g)
sluggish max aperture (f3.2)
doesn't contain selfie friendly screen
video resolution low (1280 x 720 pxls)
missing microphone port
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Panasonic ZS25 vs Samsung WB150F Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Panasonic ZS25 and Samsung WB150F
 Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS25Samsung WB150F
General Information
Brand Panasonic Samsung
Model Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS25 Samsung WB150F
Other name Lumix DMC-TZ35 -
Category Small Sensor Superzoom Small Sensor Superzoom
Released 2013-01-07 2012-01-09
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 area 27.7mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 16 megapixel 14 megapixel
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9
Full resolution 4896 x 3672 4608 x 3456
Max native ISO 6400 3200
Min native ISO 100 80
RAW support
Autofocusing
Manual focus
Autofocus touch
Autofocus continuous
Autofocus single
Autofocus tracking
Autofocus selectice
Autofocus center weighted
Multi area autofocus
Live view autofocus
Face detection focus
Contract detection focus
Phase detection focus
Number of focus points 23 -
Cross focus points - -
Lens
Lens mount fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range 24-480mm (20.0x) 24-432mm (18.0x)
Maximum aperture f/3.3-6.4 f/3.2-5.8
Macro focus range 3cm 5cm
Focal length multiplier 5.9 5.8
Screen
Screen type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen size 3 inch 3 inch
Resolution of screen 460k dot 460k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch display
Screen tech - TFT LCD
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Slowest shutter speed 15 secs 16 secs
Maximum shutter speed 1/1200 secs 1/2000 secs
Continuous shooting speed 10.0 frames per sec 10.0 frames per sec
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Exposure compensation Yes Yes
Change white balance
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash range 6.40 m 3.50 m
Flash settings Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync
External flash
AEB
White balance bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment metering
Average metering
Spot metering
Partial metering
AF area metering
Center weighted metering
Video features
Video resolutions 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (220 fps) 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15fps)
Max video resolution 1920x1080 1280x720
Video file 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
Environmental seal
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 193g (0.43 pounds) 188g (0.41 pounds)
Physical dimensions 105 x 59 x 28mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") 107 x 61 x 23mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 0.9")
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 260 photographs -
Style of battery Battery Pack -
Battery model - SLB-10A
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec) Yes
Time lapse recording
Type of storage SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal SD/SDHC/SDXC
Storage slots Single Single
Launch price $300 $230