Panasonic FX90 vs Samsung WB350F

On this page, we will be comparing the Panasonic FX90 versus Samsung WB350F, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by companies Panasonic and Samsung. There is a sizeable difference between the image resolutions of the FX90 (12MP) and WB350F (16MP) but both cameras boast the same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The FX90 was announced 3 years before the WB350F and that is quite a large gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before delving into a comprehensive comparison, here is a simple summary of how the FX90 scores against the WB350F in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX90 and Samsung WB350F. The whole galleries are provided at Panasonic FX90 Gallery and Samsung WB350F Gallery.

If you're aiming to lug around your camera frequently, you have to think about its weight and size. The Panasonic FX90 provides physical dimensions of 102mm x 56mm x 22mm (4.0" x 2.2" x 0.9") and a weight of 149 grams (0.33 lbs) whilst the Samsung WB350F has specifications of 114mm x 65mm x 25mm (4.5" x 2.6" x 1.0") having a weight of 276 grams (0.61 lbs).

Examine the Panasonic FX90 versus Samsung WB350F in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are using during that time. Underneath is a front view dimension comparison of the FX90 and the WB350F.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the FX90 and WB350F is 95 and 90 respectively.

Often, it can be tough to visualise the gap between sensor measurements just by going over a spec sheet. The visual underneath might give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the FX90 and WB350F.

Clearly, both cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same megapixels. You should count on the Samsung WB350F to offer more detail with its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also let you crop photographs a bit more aggressively. The older FX90 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor technology.