Panasonic FZ80 vs Samsung WB50F

Let's look a bit more closely at the Panasonic FZ80 and Samsung WB50F, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by rivals Panasonic and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the FZ80 (18MP) and the WB50F (16MP) is relatively similar and both cameras have the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The FZ80 was unveiled 3 years later than the WB50F and that is quite a significant gap as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras have different body design with the Panasonic FZ80 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Samsung WB50F being a Compact camera.

Before we go into a in-depth comparison, here is a quick highlight of how the FZ80 grades versus the WB50F in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ80 and Samsung WB50F. The full galleries are viewable at Panasonic FZ80 Gallery and Samsung WB50F Gallery.

When you are looking to carry your camera, you should factor its weight and measurements. The Panasonic FZ80 has got physical measurements of 130mm x 94mm x 119mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 4.7") with a weight of 616 grams (1.36 lbs) whilst the Samsung WB50F has proportions of 101mm x 68mm x 27mm (4.0" x 2.7" x 1.1") along with a weight of 207 grams (0.46 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you have during that time. Here is a front view over all size comparison of the FZ80 compared to the WB50F.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the FZ80 and WB50F is 63 and 92 respectively.

Sometimes, it's difficult to visualize the difference between sensor sizing purely by reviewing specs. The graphic here should provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the FZ80 and WB50F.

As you can plainly see, both of the cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit different megapixels. You should count on the Panasonic FZ80 to offer more detail having an extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop shots a bit more aggressively. The more modern FZ80 provides an advantage in sensor technology.