Panasonic SZ7 vs Samsung WB850F

Lets look a bit more closely at the Panasonic SZ7 vs Samsung WB850F, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by companies Panasonic and Samsung. The image resolution of the SZ7 (14MP) and the WB850F (16MP) is relatively similar and both cameras provide the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The SZ7 was manufactured very close to the WB850F and they are both of a similar generation. Both cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before diving straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a quick view of how the SZ7 grades vs the WB850F in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ7 and Samsung WB850F. The entire galleries are provided at Panasonic SZ7 Gallery and Samsung WB850F Gallery.

For those who are intending to carry your camera regularly, you should take into account its weight and proportions. The Panasonic SZ7 features outer dimensions of 99mm x 59mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 133 grams (0.29 lbs) whilst the Samsung WB850F has measurements of 109mm x 62mm x 25mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.0") with a weight of 250 grams (0.55 lbs).

Take a look at the Panasonic SZ7 vs Samsung WB850F in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you have chosen at the time. Here is a front view measurements comparison of the SZ7 against the WB850F.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the SZ7 and WB850F is 95 and 91 respectively.

Generally, it can be hard to imagine the contrast between sensor sizing merely by going over a spec sheet. The visual underneath might provide you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the SZ7 and WB850F.

As you can see, the two cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit different megapixels. You should count on the Samsung WB850F to deliver extra detail due to its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop pictures way more aggressively.