Pentax VS20 vs Samsung WB150F

Here is a extended overview of the Pentax VS20 and Samsung WB150F, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by competitors Pentax and Samsung. The resolution of the VS20 (16MP) and the WB150F (14MP) is relatively well matched and both cameras have the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The VS20 was announced at a similar time to the WB150F which means that they are both of a similar generation. Each of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before delving right into a thorough comparison, here is a short synopsis of how the VS20 matches up versus the WB150F in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Pentax Optio VS20 and Samsung WB150F. The whole galleries are available at Pentax VS20 Gallery and Samsung WB150F Gallery.

If you are looking to carry your camera, you have to factor its weight and measurements. The Pentax VS20 has got outer measurements of 111mm x 61mm x 38mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 1.5") and a weight of 235 grams (0.52 lbs) while the Samsung WB150F has proportions of 107mm x 61mm x 23mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 0.9") along with a weight of 188 grams (0.41 lbs).

Check out the Pentax VS20 and Samsung WB150F in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you select at that moment. Here is a front view physical size comparison of the VS20 against the WB150F.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the VS20 and WB150F is 90 and 93 respectively.

Usually, it is very difficult to visualise the contrast between sensor sizing simply by checking technical specs. The photograph here might provide you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the VS20 and WB150F.

As you have seen, the two cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same megapixels. You should count on the Pentax VS20 to give extra detail with its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop pictures a bit more aggressively.