Panasonic SZ1 vs Samsung WB850F

Its time to take a more detailed look at the Panasonic SZ1 and Samsung WB850F, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals Panasonic and Samsung. The image resolution of the SZ1 (16MP) and the WB850F (16MP) is fairly similar and both cameras provide the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The SZ1 was manufactured about the same time to the WB850F so they are of a similar generation. Each of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before going into a complete comparison, here is a short synopsis of how the SZ1 matches up versus the WB850F with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ1 and Samsung WB850F. The entire galleries are viewable at Panasonic SZ1 Gallery and Samsung WB850F Gallery.

When you are looking to travel with your camera often, you will want to factor its weight and measurements. The Panasonic SZ1 offers outside measurements of 99mm x 59mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") having a weight of 131 grams (0.29 lbs) while the Samsung WB850F has proportions of 109mm x 62mm x 25mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.0") with a weight of 250 grams (0.55 lbs).

Check the Panasonic SZ1 and Samsung WB850F in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Below is a front view proportions comparison of the SZ1 versus the WB850F.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SZ1 and WB850F is 95 and 91 respectively.

Sometimes, it is very tough to picture the gap between sensor dimensions only by going over a spec sheet. The picture underneath might offer you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the SZ1 and WB850F.

As you can see, each of the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the same MP so you should expect similar quality of files however you really should take the production date of the products into consideration.