Panasonic LZ30 vs Samsung WB250F
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Panasonic LZ30 vs Samsung WB250F Key Specs
(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
- Introduced January 2013
- Previous Model is Panasonic LZ20
- Refreshed by Panasonic LZ40
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-432mm (F3.2-5.8) lens
- 226g - 106 x 62 x 22mm
- Announced January 2013

Panasonic LZ30 vs Samsung WB250F Overview
In this article, we are comparing the Panasonic LZ30 vs Samsung WB250F, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by competitors Panasonic and Samsung. The resolution of the LZ30 (16MP) and the WB250F (14MP) is very close and they possess the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The LZ30 was introduced around the same time to the WB250F and they are both of a similar generation. Each of the cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic LZ30 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Samsung WB250F being a Compact camera.
Before going in to a in depth comparison, below is a quick highlight of how the LZ30 scores against the WB250F in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Panasonic LZ30 vs Samsung WB250F Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ30 and Samsung WB250F. The whole galleries are provided at Panasonic LZ30 Gallery and Samsung WB250F Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic LZ30 over the Samsung WB250F
LZ30 | WB250F |
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Reasons to pick Samsung WB250F over the Panasonic LZ30
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Touch friendly display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Panasonic LZ30 and Samsung WB250F
LZ30 | WB250F | |||
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Announced | January 2013 | ![]() | January 2013 | Same generation |
Manual focus | ![]() | No manual focusing | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display sizing | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equivalent display measurement |
Display resolution | 460k | ![]() | 460k | The same display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Absent selfie screen |
Panasonic LZ30 vs Samsung WB250F Physical Comparison
For those who are intending to lug around your camera regularly, you will need to consider its weight and measurements. The Panasonic LZ30 features outer 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 WB250F has proportions of 106mm x 62mm x 22mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 0.9") having a weight of 226 grams (0.50 lbs).
Look at the Panasonic LZ30 vs Samsung WB250F in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you use at that time. Here is the front view dimensions comparison of the LZ30 compared to the WB250F.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the LZ30 and WB250F is 66 and 93 respectively.

Panasonic LZ30 vs Samsung WB250F Sensor Comparison
Typically, it is very difficult to visualise the difference in sensor measurements just by viewing a spec sheet. The photograph here should offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the LZ30 and WB250F.
As you can see, the 2 cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but not the same resolution. You should expect to see the Panasonic LZ30 to provide you with greater detail using its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will allow you to crop pics a little more aggressively.

Panasonic LZ30 vs Samsung WB250F Screen and ViewFinder


Photography Type Scores
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Panasonic LZ30 vs Samsung WB250F Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ30 | Samsung WB250F | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Panasonic | Samsung |
Model | Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ30 | Samsung WB250F |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Introduced | 2013-01-07 | 2013-01-07 |
Body design | SLR-like (bridge) | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
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 aliasing filter | ||
Highest resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4320 x 3240 |
Highest native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 25-875mm (35.0x) | 24-432mm (18.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.0-5.9 | f/3.2-5.8 |
Macro focus distance | 1cm | - |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3" | 3" |
Screen resolution | 460 thousand dot | 460 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Screen technology | TFT LCD | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 15 secs | 16 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | 1.0fps | 8.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 4.40 m | - |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro | - |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
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 seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 552g (1.22 lb) | 226g (0.50 lb) |
Dimensions | 124 x 84 x 92mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 3.6") | 106 x 62 x 22mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 pictures | - |
Style of battery | AA | - |
Battery model | 4 x AA | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 0r 10 sec) | Yes |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | One | One |
Launch price | $230 | $250 |