Panasonic SZ1 vs Samsung WB210

Below is a in-depth review of the Panasonic SZ1 versus Samsung WB210, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals Panasonic and Samsung. The image resolution of the SZ1 (16MP) and the WB210 (14MP) is relatively similar and they feature the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The SZ1 was introduced 6 months later than the WB210 so they are both of a similar generation. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting through a comprehensive comparison, below is a brief view of how the SZ1 grades against the WB210 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ1 and Samsung WB210. The whole galleries are available at Panasonic SZ1 Gallery and Samsung WB210 Gallery.

For anybody who is planning to lug around your camera regularly, you will have to think about its weight and measurements. The Panasonic SZ1 comes with external measurements of 99mm x 59mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") with a weight of 131 grams (0.29 lbs) whilst the Samsung WB210 has proportions of 101mm x 59mm x 22mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.9") with a weight of 174 grams (0.38 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you have during that time. Underneath is the front view physical size comparison of the SZ1 against the WB210.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the SZ1 and WB210 is 95 and 94 respectively.

Typically, it is difficult to visualise the contrast between sensor measurements merely by going over specs. The graphic below will help provide you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the SZ1 and WB210.

All in all, both of the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same MP. You should count on the Panasonic SZ1 to offer more detail using its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop pictures far more aggressively.