Panasonic ZS80 vs Samsung WB350F

Following is a in-depth overview of the Panasonic ZS80 vs Samsung WB350F, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by companies Panasonic and Samsung. There is a significant difference between the sensor resolutions of the ZS80 (20MP) and WB350F (16MP) but both cameras boast the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The ZS80 was revealed 4 years after the WB350F which is quite a sizable gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before going into a in-depth comparison, here is a concise overview of how the ZS80 matches up vs the WB350F when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DC-ZS80 and Samsung WB350F. The full galleries are available at Panasonic ZS80 Gallery and Samsung WB350F Gallery.

When you are intending to carry around your camera often, you'll have to consider its weight and size. The Panasonic ZS80 enjoys outer dimensions of 112mm x 69mm x 42mm (4.4" x 2.7" x 1.7") with a weight of 327 grams (0.72 lbs) and the Samsung WB350F has specifications of 114mm x 65mm x 25mm (4.5" x 2.6" x 1.0") and a weight of 276 grams (0.61 lbs).

Compare the Panasonic ZS80 vs Samsung WB350F in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are employing at the time. Following is a front view measurements comparison of the ZS80 versus the WB350F.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the ZS80 and WB350F is 86 and 90 respectively.

Usually, it is tough to visualise the contrast between sensor sizes merely by looking at specifications. The picture below will help give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the ZS80 and WB350F.

To sum up, both the cameras feature the identical sensor size but not the same resolution. You should expect to see the Panasonic ZS80 to give you greater detail because of its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will allow you to crop pics way more aggressively. The more recent ZS80 is going to have a benefit in sensor technology.