Panasonic ZS1 vs Samsung WB800F

In this write-up, we will be evaluating the Panasonic ZS1 vs Samsung WB800F, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by rivals Panasonic and Samsung. There exists a substantial gap between the resolutions of the ZS1 (10MP) and WB800F (16MP) and the ZS1 (1/2.5") and WB800F (1/2.3") enjoy totally different sensor sizing.

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The ZS1 was launched 4 years before the WB800F which is quite a big difference as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before going in to a in depth comparison, below is a short introduction of how the ZS1 scores versus the WB800F in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS1 & Samsung WB800F. The complete galleries are viewable at Panasonic ZS1 Gallery & Samsung WB800F Gallery.

For those who are planning to carry around your camera often, you will want to factor its weight and size. The Panasonic ZS1 features outer dimensions of 103mm x 60mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") having a weight of 229 grams (0.50 lbs) while the Samsung WB800F has specifications of 111mm x 65mm x 22mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 0.9") having a weight of 218 grams (0.48 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you use at the time. Below is the front view dimension comparison of the ZS1 and the WB800F.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the ZS1 and WB800F is 91 and 92 respectively.

Typically, it can be hard to see the difference between sensor sizes purely by reading through specifications. The pic below should give you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the ZS1 and WB800F.

Plainly, the 2 cameras offer different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The ZS1 due to its tinier sensor will make getting bokeh more challenging and the Samsung WB800F will give you more detail utilizing its extra 6MP. Higher resolution will also let you crop pictures a little more aggressively. The more aged ZS1 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor tech.