Panasonic FZ60 vs Samsung WB800F
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Panasonic FZ60 vs Samsung WB800F Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200 (Bump to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-600mm (F2.8-5.2) lens
- 493g - 120 x 81 x 92mm
- Announced July 2012
- Other Name is Lumix DMC-FZ62
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 23-483mm (F2.8-5.9) lens
- 218g - 111 x 65 x 22mm
- Revealed January 2013

Panasonic FZ60 vs Samsung WB800F Overview
On this page, we will be comparing the Panasonic FZ60 versus Samsung WB800F, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by rivals Panasonic and Samsung. The resolution of the FZ60 (16MP) and the WB800F (16MP) is relatively well matched and both cameras offer the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The FZ60 was announced 5 months prior to the WB800F which means that they are of a similar generation. Each of these cameras have different body design with the Panasonic FZ60 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Samsung WB800F being a Compact camera.
Before going straight to a detailed comparison, here is a brief introduction of how the FZ60 scores vs the WB800F in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Panasonic FZ60 vs Samsung WB800F Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ60 and Samsung WB800F. The whole galleries are provided at Panasonic FZ60 Gallery and Samsung WB800F Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic FZ60 over the Samsung WB800F
FZ60 | WB800F |
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Reasons to pick Samsung WB800F over the Panasonic FZ60
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Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Panasonic FZ60 and Samsung WB800F
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Revealed | July 2012 | ![]() | January 2013 | Similar generation |
Manually focus | ![]() | Dial accurate focus | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equal screen measurement |
Screen resolution | 460k | ![]() | 460k | Equal screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lack of selfie screen |
Panasonic FZ60 vs Samsung WB800F Physical Comparison
For anyone who is looking to carry around your camera frequently, you should factor its weight and size. The Panasonic FZ60 has got outside measurements of 120mm x 81mm x 92mm (4.7" x 3.2" x 3.6") accompanied by a weight of 493 grams (1.09 lbs) whilst the Samsung WB800F has specifications of 111mm x 65mm x 22mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 218 grams (0.48 lbs).
Contrast the Panasonic FZ60 versus Samsung WB800F in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are working with during that time. Underneath is a front view scale comparison of the FZ60 compared to the WB800F.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the FZ60 and WB800F is 68 and 92 respectively.

Panasonic FZ60 vs Samsung WB800F Sensor Comparison
Usually, it is difficult to imagine the contrast between sensor sizes just by reading through specs. The pic below will help provide you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the FZ60 and WB800F.
As you can plainly see, both the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the exact same megapixels therefore you should expect similar quality of photographs but you have to consider the release date of the products into consideration.

Panasonic FZ60 vs Samsung WB800F Screen and ViewFinder


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Panasonic FZ60 vs Samsung WB800F Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ60 | Samsung WB800F | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Panasonic | Samsung |
Model | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ60 | Samsung WB800F |
Other name | Lumix DMC-FZ62 | - |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Announced | 2012-07-18 | 2013-01-07 |
Physical type | SLR-like (bridge) | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 27.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | - |
Maximum resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Maximum boosted ISO | 6400 | - |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Number of focus points | 23 | - |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 25-600mm (24.0x) | 23-483mm (21.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/2.8-5.2 | f/2.8-5.9 |
Macro focus distance | 1cm | - |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Screen resolution | 460k dots | 460k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Screen tech | TFT Screen LCD Display | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | None |
Viewfinder resolution | 202k dots | - |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | - |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 4 seconds | 16 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shooting rate | 10.0fps | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 13.50 m | - |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | - |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60, 50, 30, 25 fps), 1280 x 720p (60, 50, 30, 25 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 25 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, AVCHD | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
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 sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 493 gr (1.09 lbs) | 218 gr (0.48 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 120 x 81 x 92mm (4.7" x 3.2" x 3.6") | 111 x 65 x 22mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 450 photos | - |
Battery style | Battery Pack | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs) | Yes |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | One | One |
Launch pricing | $350 | $300 |