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Panasonic LZ30 vs Samsung WB1100F

Portability
66
Imaging
40
Features
32
Overall
36
Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ30 front
 
Samsung WB1100F front
Portability
67
Imaging
40
Features
33
Overall
37

Panasonic LZ30 vs Samsung WB1100F Key Specs

Panasonic LZ30
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 100 - 6400
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 25-875mm (F3.0-5.9) lens
  • 552g - 124 x 84 x 92mm
  • Launched January 2013
  • Succeeded the Panasonic LZ20
  • Refreshed by Panasonic LZ40
Samsung WB1100F
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Display
  • ISO 80 - 3200
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 25-875mm (F3.0-5.9) lens
  • 512g - 125 x 87 x 96mm
  • Announced January 2014
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Panasonic LZ30 vs Samsung WB1100F Overview

Below, we are comparing the Panasonic LZ30 and Samsung WB1100F, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by companies Panasonic and Samsung. The image resolution of the LZ30 (16MP) and the WB1100F (16MP) is very well matched and they possess the exact same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The LZ30 was manufactured 12 months before the WB1100F which means that they are of a similar generation. Each of the cameras come with the identical body type (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before getting straight into a in depth comparison, below is a simple synopsis of how the LZ30 matches up against the WB1100F in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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Reasons to pick Panasonic LZ30 over the Samsung WB1100F

 LZ30 WB1100F 

Reasons to pick Samsung WB1100F over the Panasonic LZ30

 WB1100F LZ30 
AnnouncedJanuary 2014January 2013Newer by 12 months
Manual focus Dial precise focusing

Common features in the Panasonic LZ30 and Samsung WB1100F

 LZ30 WB1100F 
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Display dimension3"3"Identical display measurements
Display resolution460k460kThe same display resolution
Selfie screen Neither has selfie screen
Touch friendly display Neither has Touch friendly display

Panasonic LZ30 vs Samsung WB1100F Physical Comparison

For those who are looking to travel with your camera, you are going to need to factor its weight and size. The Panasonic LZ30 has external dimensions of 124mm x 84mm x 92mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 3.6") along with a weight of 552 grams (1.22 lbs) while the Samsung WB1100F has specifications of 125mm x 87mm x 96mm (4.9" x 3.4" x 3.8") having a weight of 512 grams (1.13 lbs).

Take a look at the Panasonic LZ30 and Samsung WB1100F in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you have attached during that time. Underneath is the front view over all size comparison of the LZ30 vs the WB1100F.

Panasonic LZ30 vs Samsung WB1100F size comparison

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the LZ30 and WB1100F is 66 and 67 respectively.

Panasonic LZ30 vs Samsung WB1100F top view buttons comparison

Panasonic LZ30 vs Samsung WB1100F Sensor Comparison

Often, it is difficult to visualise the gap between sensor dimensions merely by checking a spec sheet. The image underneath should provide you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the LZ30 and WB1100F.

Clearly, each of these cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements and the exact same megapixels therefore you should expect similar quality of files however you really should factor the release date of the products into consideration. The more aged LZ30 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.

Panasonic LZ30 vs Samsung WB1100F sensor size comparison

Panasonic LZ30 vs Samsung WB1100F Screen and ViewFinder

Panasonic LZ30 vs Samsung WB1100F Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Panasonic LZ30 Portrait photography features
Samsung WB1100F Portrait photography features
32
megapixel count good (16MP)
manual focus not available
can't use external flash
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
lack of RAW format
37
manual focus
sensor resolution is decent (16 megapixels)
lack of manual exposure
external flash not possible
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
no RAW format
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Street Comparison

Panasonic LZ30 Street photography advice
Samsung WB1100F Street photography advice
43
built in image stabilization (Optical)
fixed screen
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
lack of RAW format
heavier than competitors (552g)
44
built in image stabilization (Optical)
no articulating screen
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
no RAW format
more heavy than competition in class (512g)
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Sports Comparison

Panasonic LZ30 as a Sports photography camera
Samsung WB1100F as a Sports photography camera
47
incredible zoom range (25-875mm 35.0 x zoom)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
megapixel count good (16 megapixels)
supports tracking focus
better than average battery (380 per charge)
slow fps (1.0 frames/s)
no shutter priority mode
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
lack of phase detect AF
45
excellent zoom range (25-875mm 35.0 x zoom)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
sensor resolution is decent (16MP)
continuous shooting slow (1.0 frames/s)
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
no phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

Panasonic LZ30 Travel photography details
Samsung WB1100F Travel photography details
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better than average battery (380 per charge)
megapixel count good (16 megapixels)
flash built-in
fairly wide (25mm)
very long reach (875mm)
doesn't have Time Lapse mode
heavier than competitors (552 grams)
doesn't contain selfie friendly display
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.0)
54
sensor resolution is decent (16 megapixels)
built-in flash
pretty wide (25mm)
great zoom (875mm)
no Timelapse recording
more heavy than competition in class (512g)
does not have selfie friendly screen
slow maximum aperture (f3.0)
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Landscape Comparison

Panasonic LZ30 as a Landscape photography camera
Samsung WB1100F as a Landscape photography camera
45
fairly wide (25mm)
screen size is good (3")
built in image stabilization (Optical)
megapixel count good (16MP)
better than average battery (380 CIPA)
manual focus not available
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.0)
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
lack of RAW format
doesn't have Time Lapse mode
45
manual focus
pretty wide (25mm)
decent sized screen (3 inch)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
sensor resolution is decent (16 megapixels)
cannot swap lenses (fixed lens mount)
slow maximum aperture (f3.0)
lack of manual exposure
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
no RAW format
no Timelapse recording
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Vlogging Comparison

Panasonic LZ30 Vlogging features
Samsung WB1100F Vlogging features
22
fairly wide (25mm)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.0)
doesn't contain selfie friendly display
video resolution low (1280 x 720 pxls)
doesn't have mic jack
heavier than competitors (552g)
23
pretty wide (25mm)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
slow maximum aperture (f3.0)
does not have selfie friendly screen
low quality video (1280 x 720 resolution)
no microphone port
more heavy than competition in class (512 grams)
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Panasonic LZ30 vs Samsung WB1100F Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Panasonic LZ30 and Samsung WB1100F
 Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ30Samsung WB1100F
General Information
Brand Panasonic Samsung
Model Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ30 Samsung WB1100F
Category Small Sensor Superzoom Small Sensor Superzoom
Launched 2013-01-07 2014-01-07
Body design SLR-like (bridge) SLR-like (bridge)
Sensor Information
Sensor type CCD CCD
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor measurements 6.17 x 4.55mm 6.17 x 4.55mm
Sensor area 28.1mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 16 megapixel 16 megapixel
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio - 4:3 and 16:9
Highest Possible resolution 4608 x 3456 4608 x 3456
Maximum native ISO 6400 3200
Minimum native ISO 100 80
RAW pictures
Autofocusing
Manual focus
Autofocus touch
Continuous autofocus
Autofocus single
Tracking autofocus
Selective autofocus
Autofocus center weighted
Autofocus multi area
Autofocus live view
Face detection autofocus
Contract detection autofocus
Phase detection autofocus
Cross focus points - -
Lens
Lens mount fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range 25-875mm (35.0x) 25-875mm (35.0x)
Largest aperture f/3.0-5.9 f/3.0-5.9
Macro focus distance 1cm -
Crop factor 5.8 5.8
Screen
Range of screen Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen size 3 inches 3 inches
Screen resolution 460k dot 460k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch function
Screen tech TFT LCD -
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None None
Features
Min shutter speed 15 seconds 8 seconds
Max shutter speed 1/2000 seconds 1/2000 seconds
Continuous shutter speed 1.0 frames per second 1.0 frames per second
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Exposure compensation Yes -
Set white balance
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash range 4.40 m -
Flash modes Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro -
Hot shoe
AEB
White balance bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment metering
Average metering
Spot metering
Partial metering
AF area metering
Center weighted metering
Video features
Supported video resolutions 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) 1280 x 720
Maximum video resolution 1280x720 1280x720
Video format Motion JPEG -
Microphone jack
Headphone jack
Connectivity
Wireless None Built-In
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) none
GPS None None
Physical
Environment seal
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 552g (1.22 pounds) 512g (1.13 pounds)
Dimensions 124 x 84 x 92mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 3.6") 125 x 87 x 96mm (4.9" x 3.4" x 3.8")
DXO scores
DXO Overall score not tested not tested
DXO Color Depth score not tested not tested
DXO Dynamic range score not tested not tested
DXO Low light score not tested not tested
Other
Battery life 380 photos -
Battery form AA -
Battery model 4 x AA SLB-10A
Self timer Yes (2 0r 10 sec) -
Time lapse shooting
Storage media SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal SD, SDHC, SDXC
Storage slots 1 1
Launch price $230 $250