Panasonic FH1 vs Samsung WB50F

In this write-up, we will be matching up the Panasonic FH1 and Samsung WB50F, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals Panasonic and Samsung. There is a noticeable difference between the image resolutions of the FH1 (12MP) and WB50F (16MP) but they come with the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The FH1 was released 5 years prior to the WB50F which is quite a sizable difference as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving straight into a complete comparison, below is a concise overview of how the FH1 matches up versus the WB50F with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH1 & Samsung WB50F. The complete galleries are available at Panasonic FH1 Gallery & Samsung WB50F Gallery.

If you are aiming to travel with your camera often, you have to factor in its weight and proportions. The Panasonic FH1 features outside dimensions of 98mm x 55mm x 23mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") along with a weight of 163 grams (0.36 lbs) while the Samsung WB50F has measurements of 101mm x 68mm x 27mm (4.0" x 2.7" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 207 grams (0.46 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you have chosen at the time. Underneath is the front view overall size comparison of the FH1 against the WB50F.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the FH1 and WB50F is 95 and 92 respectively.

In many cases, it is very hard to picture the contrast between sensor dimensions purely by reading technical specs. The picture here should provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the FH1 and WB50F.

As you can tell, both of the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit different megapixels. You can expect the Samsung WB50F to offer extra detail as a result of its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop pictures far more aggressively. The more aged FH1 is going to be behind in sensor innovation.