Panasonic ZS10 vs Samsung WB800F

On this page, we are comparing the Panasonic ZS10 and Samsung WB800F, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by brands Panasonic and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the ZS10 (14MP) and the WB800F (16MP) is very well matched and both cameras have the same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The ZS10 was manufactured 23 months before the WB800F making them a generation apart from one another. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before we go straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a concise overview of how the ZS10 grades versus the WB800F in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS10 & Samsung WB800F. The entire galleries are provided at Panasonic ZS10 Gallery & Samsung WB800F Gallery.

In case you're aiming to lug around your camera regularly, you will need to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic ZS10 offers exterior measurements of 105mm x 58mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") with a weight of 219 grams (0.48 lbs) while the Samsung WB800F has dimensions of 111mm x 65mm x 22mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 0.9") and a weight of 218 grams (0.48 lbs).

Take a look at the Panasonic ZS10 and Samsung WB800F in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you choose at that time. Here is a front view physical size comparison of the ZS10 vs the WB800F.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the ZS10 and WB800F is 91 and 92 respectively.

Quite often, it is hard to picture the difference between sensor measurements just by checking specifications. The visual below might provide you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the ZS10 and WB800F.

To sum up, both cameras have the same sensor dimensions but different megapixels. You can expect to see the Samsung WB800F to give you more detail due to its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop photos a bit more aggressively. The older ZS10 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor tech.