Panasonic SZ5 vs Samsung WB850F

Below is a in depth analysis of the Panasonic SZ5 versus Samsung WB850F, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals Panasonic and Samsung. The image resolution of the SZ5 (14MP) and the WB850F (16MP) is pretty similar and they come with the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The SZ5 was revealed 7 months later than the WB850F and they are both of a similar generation. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before going in to a comprehensive comparison, below is a simple synopsis of how the SZ5 grades against the WB850F with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ5 and Samsung WB850F. The full galleries are viewable at Panasonic SZ5 Gallery and Samsung WB850F Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to lug around your camera, you have to think about its weight and volume. The Panasonic SZ5 enjoys external dimensions of 104mm x 58mm x 21mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 136 grams (0.30 lbs) whilst the Samsung WB850F has sizing of 109mm x 62mm x 25mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.0") having a weight of 250 grams (0.55 lbs).

See the Panasonic SZ5 versus Samsung WB850F in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. Below is the front view size comparison of the SZ5 compared to the WB850F.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SZ5 and WB850F is 95 and 91 respectively.

Sometimes, it can be tough to visualise the contrast between sensor measurements merely by reviewing a spec sheet. The visual here will give you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the SZ5 and WB850F.

As you can see, each of the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same MP. You should expect the Samsung WB850F to offer you more detail because of its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also help you crop shots a little more aggressively. The more modern SZ5 will have an edge in sensor technology.