Panasonic XS1 vs Samsung WB750
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Panasonic XS1 vs Samsung WB750 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-120mm (F2.8-6.9) lens
- 103g - 94 x 54 x 14mm
- Released January 2013
(Full Review)
- 13MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-432mm (F3.2-5.8) lens
- 193g - 105 x 59 x 25mm
- Introduced September 2011

Panasonic XS1 vs Samsung WB750 Overview
The following is a thorough review of the Panasonic XS1 and Samsung WB750, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals Panasonic and Samsung. There is a large difference among the image resolutions of the XS1 (16MP) and WB750 (13MP) but both cameras offer the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

The XS1 was announced 17 months after the WB750 making them a generation away from each other. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before we go straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a brief overview of how the XS1 scores versus the WB750 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Panasonic XS1 vs Samsung WB750 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-XS1 & Samsung WB750. The whole galleries are provided at Panasonic XS1 Gallery & Samsung WB750 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic XS1 over the Samsung WB750
XS1 | WB750 | |||
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Introduced | January 2013 | ![]() | September 2011 | Newer by 17 months |
Reasons to pick Samsung WB750 over the Panasonic XS1
WB750 | XS1 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | More exact focus | ||
Display size | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Display resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper display (+230k dot) |
Common features in the Panasonic XS1 and Samsung WB750
XS1 | WB750 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Absent selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Absent Touch display |
Panasonic XS1 vs Samsung WB750 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is intending to travel with your camera, you will need to factor in its weight and volume. The Panasonic XS1 provides physical measurements of 94mm x 54mm x 14mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.6") and a weight of 103 grams (0.23 lbs) whilst the Samsung WB750 has sizing of 105mm x 59mm x 25mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.0") and a weight of 193 grams (0.43 lbs).
Analyze the Panasonic XS1 and Samsung WB750 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you choose at that time. Underneath is a front view dimensions comparison of the XS1 compared to the WB750.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the XS1 and WB750 is 97 and 93 respectively.

Panasonic XS1 vs Samsung WB750 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it can be hard to visualise the contrast in sensor dimensions just by researching technical specs. The image below will offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the XS1 and WB750.
As you can tell, both the cameras feature the identical sensor size but not the same resolution. You can anticipate the Panasonic XS1 to render more detail with its extra 3MP. Greater resolution can also help you crop images way more aggressively. The younger XS1 is going to have a benefit in sensor innovation.

Panasonic XS1 vs Samsung WB750 Screen and ViewFinder


Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison

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Sports Comparison

Travel Comparison

Landscape Comparison

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Panasonic XS1 vs Samsung WB750 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-XS1 | Samsung WB750 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Panasonic | Samsung |
Model | Panasonic Lumix DMC-XS1 | Samsung WB750 |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Released | 2013-01-07 | 2011-09-01 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 27.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16MP | 13MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4096 x 3072 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch to focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 24-120mm (5.0x) | 24-432mm (18.0x) |
Max aperture | f/2.8-6.9 | f/3.2-5.8 |
Macro focus distance | 5cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 2.7 inch | 3 inch |
Screen resolution | 230 thousand dot | 460 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Screen technology | TFT LCD | TFT color LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 60 secs | 8 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/1600 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | 1.0 frames/s | 10.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 4.40 m | 3.30 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro | On, Off, Fill, Red-eye, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30/15 fps), 640 x 480 (30/15 fps), 320x 240 fps (30/15 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 103g (0.23 lbs) | 193g (0.43 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 94 x 54 x 14mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.6") | 105 x 59 x 25mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.0") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 260 photographs | - |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | - | SLB-10A |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Launch cost | $130 | $339 |