Panasonic TS30 vs Samsung WB800F

In this article, we are matching up the Panasonic TS30 vs Samsung WB800F, former being a Waterproof while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by manufacturers Panasonic and Samsung. The resolution of the TS30 (16MP) and the WB800F (16MP) is fairly comparable and they feature the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

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The TS30 was launched 2 years later than the WB800F and that is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving straight into a full comparison, below is a short introduction of how the TS30 scores vs the WB800F with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS30 & Samsung WB800F. The complete galleries are viewable at Panasonic TS30 Gallery & Samsung WB800F Gallery.

For those who are looking to lug around your camera regularly, you'll need to factor its weight and measurements. The Panasonic TS30 provides physical measurements of 104mm x 58mm x 20mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") with a weight of 142 grams (0.31 lbs) and the Samsung WB800F has proportions of 111mm x 65mm x 22mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 0.9") and a weight of 218 grams (0.48 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you have chosen at that moment. Underneath is the front view sizing comparison of the TS30 versus the WB800F.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the TS30 and WB800F is 95 and 92 respectively.

More often than not, it can be tough to imagine the contrast in sensor measurements merely by checking out technical specs. The photograph underneath should provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the TS30 and WB800F.

As you have seen, the two cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the same megapixels and you can expect comparable quality of photos though you have to take the age of the cameras into account. The more recent TS30 should have an edge when it comes to sensor technology.