Panasonic LZ20 vs Samsung WB850F

Lets look closer at the Panasonic LZ20 and Samsung WB850F, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by rivals Panasonic and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the LZ20 (16MP) and the WB850F (16MP) is relatively close and they enjoy the exact same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The LZ20 was announced 7 months after the WB850F so they are of a similar generation. Both of these cameras come with different body type with the Panasonic LZ20 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Samsung WB850F being a Compact camera.

Before delving straight into a in-depth comparison, below is a simple introduction of how the LZ20 grades against the WB850F with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ20 and Samsung WB850F. The whole galleries are available at Panasonic LZ20 Gallery and Samsung WB850F Gallery.

If you're intending to carry around your camera often, you should think about its weight and size. The Panasonic LZ20 comes with outer measurements of 120mm x 76mm x 80mm (4.7" x 3.0" x 3.1") accompanied by a weight of 499 grams (1.10 lbs) while the Samsung WB850F has specifications of 109mm x 62mm x 25mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.0") with a weight of 250 grams (0.55 lbs).

Check out the Panasonic LZ20 and Samsung WB850F in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you choose at that time. Here is the front view overall size comparison of the LZ20 against the WB850F.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the LZ20 and WB850F is 71 and 91 respectively.

Quite often, it can be tough to imagine the difference in sensor sizes merely by viewing specifications. The image here should provide you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the LZ20 and WB850F.

Plainly, both the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the same MP so you should expect comparable quality of photographs but you really should take the production date of the cameras into account. The more modern LZ20 should have an advantage when it comes to sensor technology.