Panasonic LZ30 vs Samsung WB210
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Panasonic LZ30 vs Samsung WB210 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-875mm (F3.0-5.9) lens
- 552g - 124 x 84 x 92mm
- Released January 2013
- Earlier Model is Panasonic LZ20
- New Model is Panasonic LZ40
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 1600 (Expand to 3200)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-288mm (F2.9-5.9) lens
- 174g - 101 x 59 x 22mm
- Revealed July 2011

Panasonic LZ30 vs Samsung WB210 Overview
In this article, we are matching up the Panasonic LZ30 and Samsung WB210, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by rivals Panasonic and Samsung. The resolution of the LZ30 (16MP) and the WB210 (14MP) is fairly close and they possess the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

The LZ30 was introduced 18 months later than the WB210 making the cameras a generation apart from each other. Both the cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic LZ30 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Samsung WB210 being a Compact camera.
Before going in to a full comparison, below is a concise summation of how the LZ30 matches up against the WB210 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Panasonic LZ30 vs Samsung WB210 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ30 and Samsung WB210. The whole galleries are available at Panasonic LZ30 Gallery and Samsung WB210 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic LZ30 over the Samsung WB210
LZ30 | WB210 | |||
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Revealed | January 2013 | ![]() | July 2011 | Fresher by 18 months |
Display resolution | 460k | ![]() | 1k | Sharper display (+459k dot) |
Reasons to pick Samsung WB210 over the Panasonic LZ30
WB210 | LZ30 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | More exact focus | ||
Display sizing | 3.5" | ![]() | 3" | Larger display (+0.5") |
Touch display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Panasonic LZ30 and Samsung WB210
LZ30 | WB210 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither includes selfie screen |
Panasonic LZ30 vs Samsung WB210 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is aiming to carry your camera often, you'll have to factor its weight and volume. The Panasonic LZ30 features physical dimensions of 124mm x 84mm x 92mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 3.6") accompanied by a weight of 552 grams (1.22 lbs) while the Samsung WB210 has sizing of 101mm x 59mm x 22mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.9") along with a weight of 174 grams (0.38 lbs).
Look at the Panasonic LZ30 and Samsung WB210 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you have attached at that moment. Underneath is the front view scale comparison of the LZ30 vs the WB210.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the LZ30 and WB210 is 66 and 94 respectively.

Panasonic LZ30 vs Samsung WB210 Sensor Comparison
Usually, its hard to see the contrast in sensor sizing purely by researching technical specs. The visual below might offer you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the LZ30 and WB210.
As you have seen, the two cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but not the same megapixels. You should anticipate the Panasonic LZ30 to provide you with greater detail using its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will enable you to crop photos a little more aggressively. The fresher LZ30 is going to have an advantage when it comes to sensor tech.

Panasonic LZ30 vs Samsung WB210 Screen and ViewFinder


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Panasonic LZ30 vs Samsung WB210 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ30 | Samsung WB210 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Panasonic | Samsung |
Model type | Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ30 | Samsung WB210 |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Released | 2013-01-07 | 2011-07-19 |
Body design | SLR-like (bridge) | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 14 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4320 x 3240 |
Highest native ISO | 6400 | 1600 |
Highest boosted ISO | - | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 25-875mm (35.0x) | 24-288mm (12.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.0-5.9 | f/2.9-5.9 |
Macro focusing distance | 1cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3" | 3.5" |
Display resolution | 460 thousand dot | 1 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Display technology | TFT LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 15s | 8s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shooting speed | 1.0 frames per second | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 4.40 m | 3.50 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
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 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (60, 30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 552 gr (1.22 pounds) | 174 gr (0.38 pounds) |
Dimensions | 124 x 84 x 92mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 3.6") | 101 x 59 x 22mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 photographs | - |
Battery format | AA | - |
Battery ID | 4 x AA | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 0r 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Double) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | microSC/SDHC, Internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Retail cost | $230 | $279 |