Panasonic ZS80 vs Samsung WB210

In this article, we are looking at the Panasonic ZS80 vs Samsung WB210, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by competitors Panasonic and Samsung. There is a big difference among the resolutions of the ZS80 (20MP) and WB210 (14MP) but they use the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

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The ZS80 was revealed 6 years after the WB210 which is a fairly big gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving in to a comprehensive comparison, below is a brief view of how the ZS80 scores against the WB210 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DC-ZS80 and Samsung WB210. The full galleries are available at Panasonic ZS80 Gallery and Samsung WB210 Gallery.

When you are planning to carry around your camera regularly, you're going to have to take into account its weight and volume. The Panasonic ZS80 provides physical dimensions of 112mm x 69mm x 42mm (4.4" x 2.7" x 1.7") along with a weight of 327 grams (0.72 lbs) whilst the Samsung WB210 has sizing of 101mm x 59mm x 22mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.9") having a weight of 174 grams (0.38 lbs).

Compare the Panasonic ZS80 vs Samsung WB210 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. Following is the front view sizing comparison of the ZS80 and the WB210.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the ZS80 and WB210 is 86 and 94 respectively.

In many cases, it can be tough to envision the difference in sensor sizes merely by checking out technical specs. The picture underneath may provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the ZS80 and WB210.

As you can tell, both cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but not the same megapixels. You should expect to see the Panasonic ZS80 to show more detail because of its extra 6 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also make it easier to crop images a little more aggressively. The younger ZS80 is going to have an advantage in sensor technology.