Panasonic F5 vs Samsung WB30F

Following is a in-depth assessment of the Panasonic F5 vs Samsung WB30F, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by rivals Panasonic and Samsung. The image resolution of the F5 (14MP) and the WB30F (16MP) is fairly well matched and they possess the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The F5 was brought out at a similar time to the WB30F so they are of a similar generation. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving through a complete comparison, below is a quick view of how the F5 grades versus the WB30F for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-F5 and Samsung WB30F. The entire galleries are provided at Panasonic F5 Gallery and Samsung WB30F Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to carry around your camera, you'll need to factor in its weight and size. The Panasonic F5 enjoys external dimensions of 97mm x 58mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.9") with a weight of 121 grams (0.27 lbs) whilst the Samsung WB30F has specifications of 98mm x 58mm x 17mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 128 grams (0.28 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you use at the time. Here is the front view overall size comparison of the F5 versus the WB30F.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the F5 and WB30F is 96 and 96 respectively.

Generally, it is difficult to visualise the contrast between sensor sizes only by checking technical specs. The image here may give you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the F5 and WB30F.

As you can tell, both of those cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but not the same megapixels. You should anticipate the Samsung WB30F to give extra detail having its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop pics a little more aggressively.