Panasonic SZ1 vs Samsung WB30F

Here is a comprehensive review of the Panasonic SZ1 vs Samsung WB30F, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by companies Panasonic and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the SZ1 (16MP) and the WB30F (16MP) is very similar and they use the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

Photography Glossary

The SZ1 was announced 12 months prior to the WB30F which means that they are both of a similar age. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving through a in-depth comparison, below is a simple introduction of how the SZ1 scores against the WB30F in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ1 & Samsung WB30F. The whole galleries are available at Panasonic SZ1 Gallery & Samsung WB30F Gallery.

If you're looking to carry your camera, you have to factor its weight and volume. The Panasonic SZ1 provides physical dimensions of 99mm x 59mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") having a weight of 131 grams (0.29 lbs) and the Samsung WB30F has sizing of 98mm x 58mm x 17mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 128 grams (0.28 lbs).

See the Panasonic SZ1 vs Samsung WB30F in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you select during that time. The following is the front view scale comparison of the SZ1 compared to the WB30F.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the SZ1 and WB30F is 95 and 96 respectively.

Usually, it is very difficult to picture the contrast between sensor sizing simply by reading specifications. The photograph underneath might give you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the SZ1 and WB30F.

Plainly, the two cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the exact same resolution therefore you can expect similar quality of photographs but you have to take the launch date of the products into consideration. The older SZ1 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor tech.