Panasonic ZS10 vs Samsung WB1100F
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Panasonic ZS10 vs Samsung WB1100F Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-384mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 219g - 105 x 58 x 33mm
- Launched January 2011
- Alternate Name is Lumix DMC-TZ20 / Lumix DMC-TZ22
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-875mm (F3.0-5.9) lens
- 512g - 125 x 87 x 96mm
- Released January 2014

Panasonic ZS10 vs Samsung WB1100F Overview
The following is a comprehensive analysis of the Panasonic ZS10 versus Samsung WB1100F, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by companies Panasonic and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the ZS10 (14MP) and the WB1100F (16MP) is fairly comparable and they possess the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

The ZS10 was unveiled 3 years prior to the WB1100F which is a fairly significant difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both the cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic ZS10 being a Compact camera and the Samsung WB1100F being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.
Before getting through a step-by-step comparison, below is a brief summation of how the ZS10 matches up vs the WB1100F with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Panasonic ZS10 vs Samsung WB1100F Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS10 & Samsung WB1100F. The full galleries are viewable at Panasonic ZS10 Gallery & Samsung WB1100F Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic ZS10 over the Samsung WB1100F
ZS10 | WB1100F | |||
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Touch friendly display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Samsung WB1100F over the Panasonic ZS10
WB1100F | ZS10 | |||
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Released | January 2014 | ![]() | January 2011 | Newer by 35 months |
Manually focus | ![]() | More accurate focus |
Common features in the Panasonic ZS10 and Samsung WB1100F
ZS10 | WB1100F | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display sizing | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equivalent display sizing |
Display resolution | 460k | ![]() | 460k | Same display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | No selfie screen |
Panasonic ZS10 vs Samsung WB1100F Physical Comparison
For those who are aiming to travel with your camera frequently, you're going to have to factor in its weight and measurements. The Panasonic ZS10 provides physical dimensions of 105mm x 58mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 219 grams (0.48 lbs) while the Samsung WB1100F has proportions of 125mm x 87mm x 96mm (4.9" x 3.4" x 3.8") along with a weight of 512 grams (1.13 lbs).
Look at the Panasonic ZS10 versus Samsung WB1100F in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you select at that time. Following is the front view dimensions comparison of the ZS10 versus the WB1100F.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the ZS10 and WB1100F is 91 and 67 respectively.

Panasonic ZS10 vs Samsung WB1100F Sensor Comparison
Normally, it can be hard to imagine the contrast in sensor dimensions merely by going through specs. The image underneath will give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the ZS10 and WB1100F.
All in all, both of the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but different megapixels. You can anticipate the Samsung WB1100F to show extra detail having an extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also help you crop images far more aggressively. The more aged ZS10 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.

Panasonic ZS10 vs Samsung WB1100F Screen and ViewFinder


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Panasonic ZS10 vs Samsung WB1100F Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS10 | Samsung WB1100F | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Panasonic | Samsung |
Model type | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS10 | Samsung WB1100F |
Also Known as | Lumix DMC-TZ20 / Lumix DMC-TZ22 | - |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Launched | 2011-01-25 | 2014-01-07 |
Body design | Compact | SLR-like (bridge) |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | Venus Engine FHD | - |
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
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 | 14MP | 16MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4608 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Total focus points | 23 | - |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 24-384mm (16.0x) | 25-875mm (35.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.3-5.9 | f/3.0-5.9 |
Macro focusing range | 3cm | - |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of display | 460 thousand dot | 460 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 60s | 8s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shooting speed | 10.0 frames/s | 1.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 5.00 m | - |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro | - |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video format | MPEG-4, AVCHD | - |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | none |
GPS | BuiltIn | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 219g (0.48 lbs) | 512g (1.13 lbs) |
Dimensions | 105 x 58 x 33mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") | 125 x 87 x 96mm (4.9" x 3.4" x 3.8") |
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 | ||
Battery life | 260 images | - |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | - | SLB-10A |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | - |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD, SDHC, SDXC |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail price | $350 | $250 |