Panasonic LZ20 vs Samsung WB30F
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Panasonic LZ20 vs Samsung WB30F Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Increase to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-525mm (F3.1-5.8) lens
- 499g - 120 x 76 x 80mm
- Launched July 2012
- New Model is Panasonic LZ30
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-240mm (F3.1-6.3) lens
- 128g - 98 x 58 x 17mm
- Announced January 2013
Panasonic LZ20 vs Samsung WB30F Overview
Following is a thorough analysis of the Panasonic LZ20 and Samsung WB30F, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Panasonic and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the LZ20 (16MP) and the WB30F (16MP) is fairly close and they come with the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe LZ20 was released 5 months earlier than the WB30F which means that they are of a similar age. Both the cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic LZ20 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Samsung WB30F being a Compact camera.
Before we go in to a step-by-step comparison, below is a concise summation of how the LZ20 scores versus the WB30F in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Panasonic LZ20 vs Samsung WB30F Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ20 & Samsung WB30F. The complete galleries are available at Panasonic LZ20 Gallery & Samsung WB30F Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic LZ20 over the Samsung WB30F
LZ20 | WB30F | |||
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Display resolution | 460k | 230k | Sharper display (+230k dot) |
Reasons to pick Samsung WB30F over the Panasonic LZ20
WB30F | LZ20 |
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Common features in the Panasonic LZ20 and Samsung WB30F
LZ20 | WB30F | |||
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Announced | July 2012 | January 2013 | Same age | |
Focus manually | Lack of manual focus | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display sizing | 3" | 3" | Equivalent display measurements | |
Selfie screen | Neither comes with selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly display | Neither comes with Touch friendly display |
Panasonic LZ20 vs Samsung WB30F Physical Comparison
In case you're looking to carry around your camera, you need to take into account its weight and size. The Panasonic LZ20 comes with exterior dimensions of 120mm x 76mm x 80mm (4.7" x 3.0" x 3.1") having a weight of 499 grams (1.10 lbs) while the Samsung WB30F has specifications of 98mm x 58mm x 17mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.7") and a weight of 128 grams (0.28 lbs).
Examine the Panasonic LZ20 and Samsung WB30F in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you select during that time. Following is the front view overall size comparison of the LZ20 versus the WB30F.
Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the LZ20 and WB30F is 71 and 96 respectively.
Panasonic LZ20 vs Samsung WB30F Sensor Comparison
Often, it is very hard to envision the difference in sensor sizes simply by viewing a spec sheet. The image underneath might give you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the LZ20 and WB30F.
Clearly, each of the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the same exact megapixels therefore you can expect comparable quality of files though you really should take the launch date of the cameras into account.
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Panasonic LZ20 vs Samsung WB30F Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ20 | Samsung WB30F | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Panasonic | Samsung |
Model type | Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ20 | Samsung WB30F |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
Launched | 2012-07-18 | 2013-01-07 |
Physical type | SLR-like (bridge) | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 27.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16MP | 16MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | - |
Max resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Max enhanced ISO | 6400 | - |
Min native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Total focus points | 9 | - |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 25-525mm (21.0x) | 24-240mm (10.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.1-5.8 | f/3.1-6.3 |
Macro focusing range | 2cm | - |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of display | 460 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Display technology | TFT Screen LCD | QVGA TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 15s | 8s |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shutter rate | 1.0 frames per second | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 6.80 m | - |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | - |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720p ( 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 499g (1.10 lbs) | 128g (0.28 lbs) |
Dimensions | 120 x 76 x 80mm (4.7" x 3.0" x 3.1") | 98 x 58 x 17mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 380 images | - |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Price at release | $250 | $180 |