Panasonic SZ8 vs Samsung WB750

Lets take a more detailed look at the Panasonic SZ8 and Samsung WB750, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by brands Panasonic and Samsung. There is a significant difference among the image resolutions of the SZ8 (16MP) and WB750 (13MP) but they use the exact same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The SZ8 was introduced 2 years later than the WB750 and that is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving through a thorough comparison, below is a simple introduction of how the SZ8 grades vs the WB750 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ8 and Samsung WB750. The whole galleries are viewable at Panasonic SZ8 Gallery and Samsung WB750 Gallery.

If you're going to carry your camera frequently, you'll have to factor in its weight and size. The Panasonic SZ8 has outside measurements of 100mm x 60mm x 27mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") with a weight of 159 grams (0.35 lbs) and the Samsung WB750 has specifications of 105mm x 59mm x 25mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.0") accompanied by a weight of 193 grams (0.43 lbs).

Look at the Panasonic SZ8 and Samsung WB750 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are utilising at that time. Underneath is the front view overall size comparison of the SZ8 vs the WB750.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the SZ8 and WB750 is 94 and 93 respectively.

In many cases, its hard to picture the contrast in sensor sizing simply by viewing specifications. The photograph below will give you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the SZ8 and WB750.

Plainly, both the cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements albeit different megapixels. You should count on the Panasonic SZ8 to provide you with greater detail using its extra 3MP. Higher resolution will help you crop photographs somewhat more aggressively. The more modern SZ8 should have an edge in sensor innovation.