Panasonic S3 vs Samsung WB210

Its time to look a bit more in depth at the Panasonic S3 and Samsung WB210, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals Panasonic and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the S3 (14MP) and the WB210 (14MP) is relatively close and both cameras offer the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The S3 was announced 6 months earlier than the WB210 and they are of a similar age. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before getting into a in depth comparison, here is a concise summary of how the S3 scores versus the WB210 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-S3 & Samsung WB210. The whole galleries are available at Panasonic S3 Gallery & Samsung WB210 Gallery.

If you're going to travel with your camera, you will have to consider its weight and size. The Panasonic S3 offers outer dimensions of 99mm x 59mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") along with a weight of 117 grams (0.26 lbs) while the Samsung WB210 has specifications of 101mm x 59mm x 22mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.9") with a weight of 174 grams (0.38 lbs).

Look at the Panasonic S3 and Samsung WB210 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you have at the time. Underneath is a front view measurement comparison of the S3 against the WB210.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the S3 and WB210 is 96 and 94 respectively.

Normally, it is difficult to see the difference in sensor dimensions simply by looking through specifications. The picture below might offer you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the S3 and WB210.

Plainly, the two cameras feature the identical sensor size and the identical megapixels and you can expect comparable quality of photos but you should take the age of the cameras into account.