Panasonic ZS40 vs Samsung ST150F

Here, we will be contrasting the Panasonic ZS40 versus Samsung ST150F, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Panasonic and Samsung. The resolution of the ZS40 (18MP) and the ST150F (16MP) is pretty comparable and both cameras offer the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The ZS40 was announced 13 months after the ST150F which makes them a generation away from each other. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before we go right into a thorough comparison, here is a concise overview of how the ZS40 matches up vs the ST150F when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS40 & Samsung ST150F. The whole galleries are provided at Panasonic ZS40 Gallery & Samsung ST150F Gallery.

In case you're aiming to carry around your camera often, you will want to take into account its weight and volume. The Panasonic ZS40 features external measurements of 111mm x 64mm x 34mm (4.4" x 2.5" x 1.3") having a weight of 240 grams (0.53 lbs) and the Samsung ST150F has sizing of 94mm x 58mm x 18mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.7") with a weight of 114 grams (0.25 lbs).

Check the Panasonic ZS40 versus Samsung ST150F in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you select at the time. Underneath is a front view physical size comparison of the ZS40 versus the ST150F.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the ZS40 and ST150F is 90 and 96 respectively.

In many cases, it's hard to see the contrast in sensor sizes simply by seeing specs. The pic here will help give you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the ZS40 and ST150F.

As you can plainly see, both of those cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit not the same resolution. You can expect the Panasonic ZS40 to produce greater detail with its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will enable you to crop pictures way more aggressively. The more modern ZS40 is going to have an edge with regard to sensor technology.