Panasonic LZ20 vs Samsung WB1100F

Its time to look more in depth at the Panasonic LZ20 and Samsung WB1100F, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by competitors Panasonic and Samsung. The resolution of the LZ20 (16MP) and the WB1100F (16MP) is pretty close and both cameras provide the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The LZ20 was unveiled 17 months before the WB1100F which makes them a generation away from one another. Each of the cameras have the same body design (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before getting straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a concise summation of how the LZ20 grades against the WB1100F with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ20 & Samsung WB1100F. The full galleries are available at Panasonic LZ20 Gallery & Samsung WB1100F Gallery.

For anybody who is looking to travel with your camera regularly, you'll need to factor its weight and volume. The Panasonic LZ20 offers physical dimensions of 120mm x 76mm x 80mm (4.7" x 3.0" x 3.1") along with a weight of 499 grams (1.10 lbs) whilst the Samsung WB1100F has sizing of 125mm x 87mm x 96mm (4.9" x 3.4" x 3.8") along with a weight of 512 grams (1.13 lbs).

Take a look at the Panasonic LZ20 and Samsung WB1100F in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are employing at that time. Underneath is a front view measurement comparison of the LZ20 against the WB1100F.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the LZ20 and WB1100F is 71 and 67 respectively.

More often than not, its difficult to picture the difference in sensor dimensions simply by viewing a spec sheet. The image underneath will help offer you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the LZ20 and WB1100F.

As you can see, both cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the identical resolution and you can expect comparable quality of pictures although you really should factor the launch date of the cameras into account. The more aged LZ20 will be disadvantaged in sensor technology.