Panasonic FZ40 vs Samsung WB350F
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Panasonic FZ40 vs Samsung WB350F Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-600mm (F2.8-5.2) lens
- 494g - 120 x 80 x 92mm
- Revealed July 2010
- Other Name is Lumix DMC-FZ45
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 23-483mm (F2.8-5.9) lens
- 276g - 114 x 65 x 25mm
- Introduced January 2014

Panasonic FZ40 vs Samsung WB350F Overview
Lets take a more detailed look at the Panasonic FZ40 vs Samsung WB350F, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by companies Panasonic and Samsung. The resolution of the FZ40 (14MP) and the WB350F (16MP) is pretty comparable and both cameras posses the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The FZ40 was launched 4 years prior to the WB350F and that is a fairly big gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic FZ40 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Samsung WB350F being a Compact camera.
Before we go into a in-depth comparison, here is a concise view of how the FZ40 grades against the WB350F in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Panasonic FZ40 vs Samsung WB350F Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ40 and Samsung WB350F. The complete galleries are available at Panasonic FZ40 Gallery and Samsung WB350F Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic FZ40 over the Samsung WB350F
FZ40 | WB350F |
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Reasons to pick Samsung WB350F over the Panasonic FZ40
WB350F | FZ40 | |||
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Introduced | January 2014 | ![]() | July 2010 | Fresher by 42 months |
Screen resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper screen (+230k dot) |
Touch screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Panasonic FZ40 and Samsung WB350F
FZ40 | WB350F | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Very accurate focusing | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen size | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Same screen measurement |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither features selfie screen |
Panasonic FZ40 vs Samsung WB350F Physical Comparison
For those who are aiming to carry your camera frequently, you'll need to take into account its weight and volume. The Panasonic FZ40 enjoys physical dimensions of 120mm x 80mm x 92mm (4.7" x 3.1" x 3.6") along with a weight of 494 grams (1.09 lbs) while the Samsung WB350F has sizing of 114mm x 65mm x 25mm (4.5" x 2.6" x 1.0") along with a weight of 276 grams (0.61 lbs).
See the Panasonic FZ40 vs Samsung WB350F in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are utilising at that time. Underneath is a front view over all size comparison of the FZ40 compared to the WB350F.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the FZ40 and WB350F is 68 and 90 respectively.

Panasonic FZ40 vs Samsung WB350F Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it is very tough to envision the gap in sensor sizing merely by checking out specifications. The visual below might offer you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the FZ40 and WB350F.
Plainly, the two cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit not the same resolution. You should expect the Samsung WB350F to show extra detail utilizing its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop shots way more aggressively. The older FZ40 will be behind with regard to sensor tech.

Panasonic FZ40 vs Samsung WB350F Screen and ViewFinder


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Panasonic FZ40 vs Samsung WB350F Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ40 | Samsung WB350F | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Panasonic | Samsung |
Model type | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ40 | Samsung WB350F |
Also called | Lumix DMC-FZ45 | - |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Revealed | 2010-07-21 | 2014-01-07 |
Body design | SLR-like (bridge) | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | Venus Engine HD II | - |
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 27.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14MP | 16MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 |
Full resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4608 x 3456 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 25-600mm (24.0x) | 23-483mm (21.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/2.8-5.2 | f/2.8-5.9 |
Macro focusing distance | 1cm | - |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of screen | 230k dot | 460k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 60 secs | 16 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | 2.0 frames per sec | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 9.50 m | - |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | - |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | AVCHD Lite | - |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 494 grams (1.09 lbs) | 276 grams (0.61 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 120 x 80 x 92mm (4.7" x 3.1" x 3.6") | 114 x 65 x 25mm (4.5" x 2.6" x 1.0") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery ID | - | SLB-10A |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, 10 sec (3 pictures)) | - |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | MicroSD, MicroSDHC, MicroSDXC |
Storage slots | One | One |
Pricing at launch | $420 | $260 |