Panasonic LF1 vs Samsung WB850F

Here, we will be reviewing the Panasonic LF1 versus Samsung WB850F, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands Panasonic and Samsung. There exists a significant gap between the resolutions of the LF1 (12MP) and WB850F (16MP) and the LF1 (1/1.7") and WB850F (1/2.3") offer totally different sensor size.

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The LF1 was manufactured 23 months later than the WB850F which makes them a generation apart from one another. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before diving right into a in depth comparison, here is a short view of how the LF1 scores against the WB850F in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-LF1 and Samsung WB850F. The entire galleries are viewable at Panasonic LF1 Gallery and Samsung WB850F Gallery.

If you are intending to lug around your camera frequently, you need to think about its weight and size. The Panasonic LF1 enjoys exterior measurements of 103mm x 62mm x 28mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.1") with a weight of 192 grams (0.42 lbs) and the Samsung WB850F has specifications of 109mm x 62mm x 25mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.0") and a weight of 250 grams (0.55 lbs).

Check the Panasonic LF1 versus Samsung WB850F in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are working with at that moment. Underneath is a front view scale comparison of the LF1 compared to the WB850F.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the LF1 and WB850F is 92 and 91 respectively.

Normally, it is hard to see the gap between sensor measurements merely by reading through a spec sheet. The visual below will help give you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the LF1 and WB850F.

As you can see, each of the cameras come with different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The LF1 featuring a bigger sensor will make getting shallow depth of field less difficult and the Samsung WB850F will give more detail due to its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The more modern LF1 is going to have an edge in sensor technology.