Panasonic ZS3 vs Samsung ST150F
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Panasonic ZS3 vs Samsung ST150F Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-300mm (F3.3-4.9) lens
- 229g - 103 x 60 x 33mm
- Revealed May 2009
- Other Name is Lumix DMC-TZ7
(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 ZS3 vs Samsung ST150F Overview
Here is a comprehensive assessment of the Panasonic ZS3 versus Samsung ST150F, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Panasonic and Samsung. There exists a sizeable gap among the resolutions of the ZS3 (10MP) and ST150F (16MP) but both cameras boast the identical sensor size (1/2.3").
Snapchat Adds Watermarks to AI-Created ImagesThe ZS3 was launched 4 years before the ST150F and that is a fairly large gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before getting straight to a full comparison, here is a concise summary of how the ZS3 scores against the ST150F in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Panasonic ZS3 vs Samsung ST150F Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS3 and Samsung ST150F. The complete galleries are viewable at Panasonic ZS3 Gallery and Samsung ST150F Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic ZS3 over the Samsung ST150F
ZS3 | ST150F | |||
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Display resolution | 460k | 230k | Clearer display (+230k dot) |
Reasons to pick Samsung ST150F over the Panasonic ZS3
ST150F | ZS3 | |||
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Introduced | January 2013 | May 2009 | Fresher by 44 months |
Common features in the Panasonic ZS3 and Samsung ST150F
ZS3 | ST150F | |||
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Manually focus | Lack of manual focusing | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display size | 3" | 3" | Same display size | |
Selfie screen | Neither features selfie screen | |||
Touch display | Neither features Touch display |
Panasonic ZS3 vs Samsung ST150F Physical Comparison
In case you're planning to carry your camera frequently, you'll need to think about its weight and measurements. The Panasonic ZS3 enjoys physical dimensions of 103mm x 60mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") and a weight of 229 grams (0.50 lbs) while the Samsung ST150F has proportions of 94mm x 58mm x 18mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 114 grams (0.25 lbs).
Check out the Panasonic ZS3 versus Samsung ST150F in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you have during that time. The following is a front view overall size comparison of the ZS3 against the ST150F.
Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the ZS3 and ST150F is 91 and 96 respectively.
Panasonic ZS3 vs Samsung ST150F Sensor Comparison
Normally, it's tough to visualize the difference in sensor sizing purely by seeing technical specs. The photograph underneath might provide you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the ZS3 and ST150F.
As you have seen, each of these cameras feature the identical sensor size but different megapixels. You should anticipate the Samsung ST150F to produce more detail utilizing its extra 6 Megapixels. Greater resolution will help you crop photos way more aggressively. The older ZS3 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.
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Panasonic ZS3 vs Samsung ST150F Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS3 | Samsung ST150F | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Panasonic | Samsung |
Model type | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS3 | Samsung ST150F |
Also called | Lumix DMC-TZ7 | - |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
Revealed | 2009-05-14 | 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 surface area | 27.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | - |
Max resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 4608 x 3456 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Total focus points | 11 | - |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 25-300mm (12.0x) | 25-125mm (5.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.3-4.9 | f/2.5-6.3 |
Macro focusing distance | 3cm | - |
Crop factor | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of screen | 460 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Screen tech | - | QVGA TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 60s | 1s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shutter speed | 2.0 frames/s | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 5.30 m (Auto ISO) | - |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync | - |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
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 | AVCHD Lite | 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 proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 229 grams (0.50 lbs) | 114 grams (0.25 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 103 x 60 x 33mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") | 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 feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/MMC/SDHC card, Internal | microSD/microSDHC/microSDXC |
Storage slots | One | One |
Price at release | $200 | $300 |