Panasonic ZR1 vs Samsung WB800F
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Panasonic ZR1 vs Samsung WB800F Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-200mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 158g - 98 x 55 x 26mm
- Released July 2009
- Also Known as Lumix DMC-ZX1
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 23-483mm (F2.8-5.9) lens
- 218g - 111 x 65 x 22mm
- Launched January 2013

Panasonic ZR1 vs Samsung WB800F Overview
Here is a detailed analysis of the Panasonic ZR1 vs Samsung WB800F, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by companies Panasonic and Samsung. There is a sizable difference among the image resolutions of the ZR1 (12MP) and WB800F (16MP) but both cameras boast the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

The ZR1 was revealed 4 years prior to the WB800F and that is a fairly significant difference as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before we go right into a thorough comparison, here is a concise overview of how the ZR1 scores against the WB800F in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Panasonic ZR1 vs Samsung WB800F Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZR1 & Samsung WB800F. The full galleries are viewable at Panasonic ZR1 Gallery & Samsung WB800F Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic ZR1 over the Samsung WB800F
ZR1 | WB800F |
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Reasons to pick Samsung WB800F over the Panasonic ZR1
WB800F | ZR1 | |||
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Launched | January 2013 | ![]() | July 2009 | Fresher by 42 months |
Manual focus | ![]() | Dial accurate focus | ||
Screen dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Screen resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer screen (+230k dot) |
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Panasonic ZR1 and Samsung WB800F
ZR1 | WB800F | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Missing selfie screen |
Panasonic ZR1 vs Samsung WB800F Physical Comparison
When you are aiming to carry your camera, you will have to think about its weight and measurements. The Panasonic ZR1 comes with physical dimensions of 98mm x 55mm x 26mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") accompanied by a weight of 158 grams (0.35 lbs) whilst the Samsung WB800F has proportions of 111mm x 65mm x 22mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 218 grams (0.48 lbs).
Contrast the Panasonic ZR1 vs Samsung WB800F in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are utilising at that time. Below is a front view size comparison of the ZR1 and the WB800F.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the ZR1 and WB800F is 94 and 92 respectively.

Panasonic ZR1 vs Samsung WB800F Sensor Comparison
Usually, it's difficult to imagine the contrast in sensor sizing merely by going through a spec sheet. The visual below will provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the ZR1 and WB800F.
As you can see, both of those cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit different MP. You can expect the Samsung WB800F to produce greater detail because of its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop pictures more aggressively. The older ZR1 will be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.

Panasonic ZR1 vs Samsung WB800F Screen and ViewFinder


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Panasonic ZR1 vs Samsung WB800F Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZR1 | Samsung WB800F | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Panasonic | Samsung |
Model type | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZR1 | Samsung WB800F |
Also Known as | Lumix DMC-ZX1 | - |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Released | 2009-07-27 | 2013-01-07 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | Venus Engine V | - |
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 surface area | 27.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | - |
Full resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4608 x 3456 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Total focus points | 11 | - |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 25-200mm (8.0x) | 23-483mm (21.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.3-5.9 | f/2.8-5.9 |
Macro focusing range | 3cm | - |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 2.7" | 3" |
Screen resolution | 230 thousand dot | 460 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Screen technology | - | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 60s | 16s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shooting speed | 2.0 frames per sec | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 5.10 m | - |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | - |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 158g (0.35 pounds) | 218g (0.48 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 98 x 55 x 26mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") | 111 x 65 x 22mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | One | One |
Launch cost | $280 | $300 |