Panasonic ZS80 vs Samsung WB850F

In this write-up, we will be reviewing the Panasonic ZS80 vs Samsung WB850F, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by competitors Panasonic and Samsung. There is a huge difference between the sensor resolutions of the ZS80 (20MP) and WB850F (16MP) but they come with the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

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The ZS80 was brought out 6 years later than the WB850F and that is quite a significant gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving through a thorough comparison, below is a short overview of how the ZS80 scores against the WB850F when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DC-ZS80 and Samsung WB850F. The entire galleries are provided at Panasonic ZS80 Gallery and Samsung WB850F Gallery.

For those who are planning to lug around your camera often, you'll have to take into account its weight and proportions. The Panasonic ZS80 offers external measurements of 112mm x 69mm x 42mm (4.4" x 2.7" x 1.7") along with a weight of 327 grams (0.72 lbs) while the Samsung WB850F has measurements of 109mm x 62mm x 25mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.0") accompanied by a weight of 250 grams (0.55 lbs).

Examine the Panasonic ZS80 vs Samsung WB850F in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you select at that moment. Following is the front view measurement comparison of the ZS80 and the WB850F.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the ZS80 and WB850F is 86 and 91 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is very hard to see the contrast between sensor measurements merely by reading through a spec sheet. The photograph below may give you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the ZS80 and WB850F.

Clearly, both the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same megapixels. You should expect the Panasonic ZS80 to give you extra detail having its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will help you crop shots a little more aggressively. The younger ZS80 is going to have an edge in sensor tech.