Panasonic LF1 vs Samsung WB700
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Panasonic LF1 vs Samsung WB700 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/1.7" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 6400 (Boost to 12800)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-200mm (F2.0-5.9) lens
- 192g - 103 x 62 x 28mm
- Released November 2013
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 0 - 0
- 1280 x 720 video
- ()mm (F) lens
- n/ag - 100 x 59 x 22mm
- Launched December 2010

Panasonic LF1 vs Samsung WB700 Overview
In this write-up, we will be contrasting the Panasonic LF1 versus Samsung WB700, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by competitors Panasonic and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the LF1 (12MP) and the WB700 (14MP) is relatively well matched but the LF1 (1/1.7") and WB700 (1/2.3") come with different sensor measurements.

The LF1 was released 2 years later than the WB700 and that is quite a sizable difference as far as tech is concerned. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before diving in to a thorough comparison, below is a simple introduction of how the LF1 matches up vs the WB700 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Panasonic LF1 vs Samsung WB700 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-LF1 & Samsung WB700. The complete galleries are available at Panasonic LF1 Gallery & Samsung WB700 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic LF1 over the Samsung WB700
LF1 | WB700 | |||
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Launched | November 2013 | ![]() | December 2010 | Fresher by 36 months |
Manual focus | ![]() | Dial precise focusing | ||
Screen resolution | 920k | ![]() | 614k | Sharper screen (+306k dot) |
Reasons to pick Samsung WB700 over the Panasonic LF1
WB700 | LF1 |
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Common features in the Panasonic LF1 and Samsung WB700
LF1 | WB700 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen sizing | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equivalent screen measurements |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither offers selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Neither offers Touch friendly screen |
Panasonic LF1 vs Samsung WB700 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is intending to carry your camera often, you need to think about its weight and volume. The Panasonic LF1 offers outer measurements of 103mm x 62mm x 28mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.1") and a weight of 192 grams (0.42 lbs) whilst the Samsung WB700 has sizing of 100mm x 59mm x 22mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).
Contrast the Panasonic LF1 versus Samsung WB700 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Underneath is the front view sizing comparison of the LF1 vs the WB700.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the LF1 and WB700 is 92 and 98 respectively.

Panasonic LF1 vs Samsung WB700 Sensor Comparison
Often, it is very difficult to picture the difference between sensor sizing only by reading through specs. The photograph underneath may provide you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the LF1 and WB700.
All in all, each of these cameras offer different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The LF1 because of its bigger sensor is going to make getting bokeh simpler and the Samsung WB700 will give extra detail as a result of its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop shots a little more aggressively. The more modern LF1 provides a benefit when it comes to sensor innovation.

Panasonic LF1 vs Samsung WB700 Screen and ViewFinder


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Panasonic LF1 vs Samsung WB700 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-LF1 | Samsung WB700 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Panasonic | Samsung |
Model type | Panasonic Lumix DMC-LF1 | Samsung WB700 |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Released | 2013-11-26 | 2010-12-28 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/1.7" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 7.44 x 5.58mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 41.5mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12MP | 14MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | - |
Highest Possible resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4320 x 3240 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | - |
Maximum enhanced ISO | 12800 | - |
Min native ISO | 80 | - |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Total focus points | 23 | - |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-200mm (7.1x) | () |
Highest aperture | f/2.0-5.9 | - |
Macro focusing distance | 3cm | - |
Focal length multiplier | 4.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Screen resolution | 920k dots | 614k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Screen technology | TFT Color LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 60 seconds | 30 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Continuous shutter rate | 10.0 frames per second | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 7.00 m | - |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | - |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60, 50, 30, 25 fps), 1280 x 720p (60, 50, 30, 25 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 25 fps) | 1280 x 720 |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, AVCHD | H.264 |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | none |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 192 grams (0.42 pounds) | - |
Dimensions | 103 x 62 x 28mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.1") | 100 x 59 x 22mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | 52 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | 20.8 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | 11.6 | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | 211 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 250 pictures | - |
Battery style | Battery Pack | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | - |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | - |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Price at release | $500 | $300 |