Panasonic FZ200 vs Samsung WB1100F

Here is a complete comparison of the Panasonic FZ200 vs Samsung WB1100F, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by brands Panasonic and Samsung. There is a crucial difference between the image resolutions of the FZ200 (12MP) and WB1100F (16MP) but they come with the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The FZ200 was revealed 17 months before the WB1100F making the cameras a generation apart from each other. Each of these cameras come with the identical body type (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before diving through a comprehensive comparison, below is a short introduction of how the FZ200 scores versus the WB1100F when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ200 and Samsung WB1100F. The full galleries are provided at Panasonic FZ200 Gallery and Samsung WB1100F Gallery.

If you are intending to carry your camera frequently, you need to consider its weight and volume. The Panasonic FZ200 comes with outside measurements of 125mm x 87mm x 110mm (4.9" x 3.4" x 4.3") and a weight of 588 grams (1.30 lbs) whilst the Samsung WB1100F has sizing of 125mm x 87mm x 96mm (4.9" x 3.4" x 3.8") with a weight of 512 grams (1.13 lbs).

Analyze the Panasonic FZ200 vs Samsung WB1100F in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you select at the time. The following is the front view sizing comparison of the FZ200 against the WB1100F.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the FZ200 and WB1100F is 65 and 67 respectively.

Often, it's hard to picture the gap between sensor sizing purely by checking technical specs. The graphic below will help give you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the FZ200 and WB1100F.

As you have seen, both of those cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but different MP. You should anticipate the Samsung WB1100F to resolve greater detail because of its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop images much more aggressively. The older FZ200 is going to be behind with regard to sensor tech.