Panasonic FH2 vs Samsung WB50F

Below, we are analyzing the Panasonic FH2 vs Samsung WB50F, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands Panasonic and Samsung. The image resolution of the FH2 (14MP) and the WB50F (16MP) is fairly close and they feature the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The FH2 was launched 4 years before the WB50F and that is a fairly serious gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting straight into a in-depth comparison, below is a simple summary of how the FH2 matches up versus the WB50F with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH2 and Samsung WB50F. The complete galleries are available at Panasonic FH2 Gallery and Samsung WB50F Gallery.

When you are aiming to lug around your camera often, you will need to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic FH2 comes with outer measurements of 94mm x 54mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 121 grams (0.27 lbs) whilst the Samsung WB50F has dimensions of 101mm x 68mm x 27mm (4.0" x 2.7" x 1.1") with a weight of 207 grams (0.46 lbs).

Look at the Panasonic FH2 vs Samsung WB50F in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are utilizing at the time. The following is the front view dimension comparison of the FH2 compared to the WB50F.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the FH2 and WB50F is 96 and 92 respectively.

Often, it is tough to imagine the difference in sensor measurements purely by researching specifications. The graphic underneath should give you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the FH2 and WB50F.

To sum up, both cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but different MP. You should anticipate the Samsung WB50F to render greater detail utilizing its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop photos much more aggressively. The older FH2 will be disadvantaged in sensor technology.