Panasonic LS5 vs Samsung WB50F

The following is a comprehensive review of the Panasonic LS5 versus Samsung WB50F, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by companies Panasonic and Samsung. The image resolution of the LS5 (14MP) and the WB50F (16MP) is pretty close and they enjoy the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The LS5 was manufactured 3 years earlier than the WB50F which is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving straight into a thorough comparison, below is a concise overview of how the LS5 scores vs the WB50F with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-LS5 and Samsung WB50F. The entire galleries are viewable at Panasonic LS5 Gallery and Samsung WB50F Gallery.

If you are going to travel with your camera frequently, you are going to need to consider its weight and volume. The Panasonic LS5 enjoys external dimensions of 97mm x 62mm x 27mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.1") with a weight of 126 grams (0.28 lbs) while the Samsung WB50F has sizing of 101mm x 68mm x 27mm (4.0" x 2.7" x 1.1") with a weight of 207 grams (0.46 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are working with at that moment. Underneath is the front view measurement comparison of the LS5 against the WB50F.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the LS5 and WB50F is 94 and 92 respectively.

Sometimes, its tough to imagine the gap in sensor dimensions just by researching technical specs. The pic underneath will help provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the LS5 and WB50F.

As you have seen, both of the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit different megapixels. You should expect the Samsung WB50F to render greater detail due to its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also help you crop shots far more aggressively. The more aged LS5 will be behind when it comes to sensor tech.