Panasonic ZS7 vs Samsung ST150F

Following is a in depth comparison of the Panasonic ZS7 versus Samsung ST150F, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by companies Panasonic and Samsung. There exists a crucial gap among the resolutions of the ZS7 (12MP) and ST150F (16MP) but they enjoy the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The ZS7 was announced 17 months prior to the ST150F which makes the cameras a generation away from one another. Both the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go through a in-depth comparison, below is a simple summation of how the ZS7 grades against the ST150F with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS7 and Samsung ST150F. The whole galleries are provided at Panasonic ZS7 Gallery and Samsung ST150F Gallery.

If you are going to carry around your camera regularly, you're going to have to factor its weight and measurements. The Panasonic ZS7 features outside measurements of 103mm x 60mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 218 grams (0.48 lbs) whilst the Samsung ST150F has proportions of 94mm x 58mm x 18mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.7") and a weight of 114 grams (0.25 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are working with at that moment. Below is the front view dimension comparison of the ZS7 against the ST150F.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the ZS7 and ST150F is 91 and 96 respectively.

Typically, it is difficult to see the gap in sensor sizes merely by seeing technical specs. The pic below will help give you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the ZS7 and ST150F.

As you have seen, both of the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same MP. You should expect the Samsung ST150F to provide greater detail with its extra 4MP. Higher resolution can also help you crop shots much more aggressively. The more aged ZS7 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.