Panasonic SZ8 vs Samsung WB30F

On this page, we will be contrasting the Panasonic SZ8 and Samsung WB30F, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors Panasonic and Samsung. The resolution of the SZ8 (16MP) and the WB30F (16MP) is relatively close and both cameras posses the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

Photography Glossary

The SZ8 was brought out 13 months after the WB30F which makes them a generation away from one another. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before delving into a step-by-step comparison, here is a short summary of how the SZ8 matches up vs the WB30F in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ8 & Samsung WB30F. The entire galleries are viewable at Panasonic SZ8 Gallery & Samsung WB30F Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to travel with your camera, you will have to factor its weight and measurements. The Panasonic SZ8 has got outer measurements of 100mm x 60mm x 27mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") having a weight of 159 grams (0.35 lbs) whilst the Samsung WB30F has proportions of 98mm x 58mm x 17mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 128 grams (0.28 lbs).

Check the Panasonic SZ8 and Samsung WB30F in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you have attached at that time. Following is a front view dimensions comparison of the SZ8 compared to the WB30F.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the SZ8 and WB30F is 94 and 96 respectively.

Typically, its difficult to visualise the contrast in sensor dimensions only by looking through technical specs. The picture underneath will help offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the SZ8 and WB30F.

As you can tell, each of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the same megapixels so you can expect comparable quality of photos however you will need to factor the launch date of the cameras into account. The younger SZ8 is going to have an advantage with regard to sensor tech.