Panasonic LF1 vs Samsung WB800F
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92 Imaging
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Panasonic LF1 vs Samsung WB800F Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/1.7" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 6400 (Bump 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)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 23-483mm (F2.8-5.9) lens
- 218g - 111 x 65 x 22mm
- Announced January 2013

Panasonic LF1 vs Samsung WB800F Overview
In this write-up, we are comparing the Panasonic LF1 and Samsung WB800F, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands Panasonic and Samsung. There exists a sizable gap between the image resolutions of the LF1 (12MP) and WB800F (16MP) and the LF1 (1/1.7") and WB800F (1/2.3") possess totally different sensor size.

The LF1 was revealed 11 months later than the WB800F which means that they are both of a similar age. The two cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before getting in to a thorough comparison, below is a quick summary of how the LF1 scores against the WB800F for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Panasonic LF1 vs Samsung WB800F Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-LF1 & Samsung WB800F. The full galleries are viewable at Panasonic LF1 Gallery & Samsung WB800F Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic LF1 over the Samsung WB800F
LF1 | WB800F | |||
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Announced | November 2013 | ![]() | January 2013 | More recent by 11 months |
Display resolution | 920k | ![]() | 460k | Crisper display (+460k dot) |
Reasons to pick Samsung WB800F over the Panasonic LF1
WB800F | LF1 | |||
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Touch friendly display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Panasonic LF1 and Samsung WB800F
LF1 | WB800F | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Dial accurate focus | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display sizing | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equivalent display size |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither includes selfie screen |
Panasonic LF1 vs Samsung WB800F Physical Comparison
In case you're going to lug around your camera, you should take into account its weight and proportions. The Panasonic LF1 features physical measurements of 103mm x 62mm x 28mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.1") along with a weight of 192 grams (0.42 lbs) while the Samsung WB800F has measurements of 111mm x 65mm x 22mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 0.9") along with a weight of 218 grams (0.48 lbs).
Check out the Panasonic LF1 and Samsung WB800F in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Following is the front view size comparison of the LF1 compared to the WB800F.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the LF1 and WB800F is 92 and 92 respectively.

Panasonic LF1 vs Samsung WB800F Sensor Comparison
Normally, it can be difficult to envision the difference between sensor measurements simply by reading through a spec sheet. The photograph here will provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the LF1 and WB800F.
Clearly, both of the cameras offer different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The LF1 with its larger sensor will make getting bokeh easier and the Samsung WB800F will give you extra detail because of its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop images a little more aggressively. The more modern LF1 will have a benefit in sensor tech.

Panasonic LF1 vs Samsung WB800F Screen and ViewFinder


Photography Type Scores
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Panasonic LF1 vs Samsung WB800F Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-LF1 | Samsung WB800F | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Panasonic | Samsung |
Model | Panasonic Lumix DMC-LF1 | Samsung WB800F |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Released | 2013-11-26 | 2013-01-07 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/1.7" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 7.44 x 5.58mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 41.5mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | - |
Highest Possible resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Maximum enhanced ISO | 12800 | - |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Number of focus points | 23 | - |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-200mm (7.1x) | 23-483mm (21.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/2.0-5.9 | f/2.8-5.9 |
Macro focus distance | 3cm | - |
Crop factor | 4.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3" | 3" |
Resolution of display | 920 thousand dot | 460 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Display tech | TFT Color LCD | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 60 seconds | 16 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | 10.0 frames/s | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 7.00 m | - |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | - |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
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) | 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 file format | MPEG-4, AVCHD | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 192 grams (0.42 lb) | 218 grams (0.48 lb) |
Dimensions | 103 x 62 x 28mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.1") | 111 x 65 x 22mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | 52 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | 20.8 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | 11.6 | not tested |
DXO Low light score | 211 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 250 shots | - |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | One | One |
Retail pricing | $500 | $300 |