Panasonic LZ40 vs Samsung WB800F

In this article, we are contrasting the Panasonic LZ40 versus Samsung WB800F, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by competitors Panasonic and Samsung. There is a large difference among the image resolutions of the LZ40 (20MP) and WB800F (16MP) but they use the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The LZ40 was released 13 months later than the WB800F making the cameras a generation apart from each other. Both of the cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic LZ40 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Samsung WB800F being a Compact camera.

Before diving straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a quick synopsis of how the LZ40 grades vs the WB800F for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ40 & Samsung WB800F. The complete galleries are available at Panasonic LZ40 Gallery & Samsung WB800F Gallery.

If you're looking to lug around your camera frequently, you should think about its weight and measurements. The Panasonic LZ40 features external measurements of 126mm x 87mm x 94mm (5.0" x 3.4" x 3.7") and a weight of 524 grams (1.16 lbs) whilst the Samsung WB800F has proportions of 111mm x 65mm x 22mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 0.9") with a weight of 218 grams (0.48 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you have chosen at the time. The following is the front view overall size comparison of the LZ40 vs the WB800F.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the LZ40 and WB800F is 67 and 92 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is very hard to visualise the gap in sensor measurements only by researching technical specs. The visual underneath should give you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the LZ40 and WB800F.

As you can tell, both of these cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but not the same resolution. You can expect to see the Panasonic LZ40 to provide you with extra detail as a result of its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop photos far more aggressively. The younger LZ40 is going to have a benefit with regard to sensor technology.