Panasonic LZ20 vs Samsung WB50F

Here, we are contrasting the Panasonic LZ20 and Samsung WB50F, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by manufacturers Panasonic and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the LZ20 (16MP) and the WB50F (16MP) is very similar and both cameras boast the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The LZ20 was manufactured 17 months prior to the WB50F making them a generation away from one another. Each of these cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic LZ20 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Samsung WB50F being a Compact camera.

Before we go straight to a in depth comparison, here is a brief summary of how the LZ20 matches up versus the WB50F in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ20 & Samsung WB50F. The entire galleries are viewable at Panasonic LZ20 Gallery & Samsung WB50F Gallery.

In case you're aiming to carry around your camera often, you will want to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic LZ20 comes with physical dimensions of 120mm x 76mm x 80mm (4.7" x 3.0" x 3.1") accompanied by a weight of 499 grams (1.10 lbs) whilst the Samsung WB50F has dimensions of 101mm x 68mm x 27mm (4.0" x 2.7" x 1.1") and a weight of 207 grams (0.46 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you select during that time. Here is a front view measurements comparison of the LZ20 compared to the WB50F.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the LZ20 and WB50F is 71 and 92 respectively.

Typically, it is very difficult to visualise the gap between sensor sizes merely by reviewing specifications. The image below should offer you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the LZ20 and WB50F.

To sum up, the 2 cameras feature the identical sensor size and the identical resolution therefore you can expect similar quality of files however you should always consider the age of the products into consideration. The more aged LZ20 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.