Panasonic ZS20 vs Samsung WB2200F

The following is a comprehensive analysis of the Panasonic ZS20 versus Samsung WB2200F, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by competitors Panasonic and Samsung. The image resolution of the ZS20 (14MP) and the WB2200F (16MP) is very similar and they use the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The ZS20 was brought out 20 months prior to the WB2200F making the cameras a generation away from each other. Each of these cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic ZS20 being a Compact camera and the Samsung WB2200F being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before we go through a comprehensive comparison, below is a quick introduction of how the ZS20 grades versus the WB2200F for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS20 and Samsung WB2200F. The entire galleries are provided at Panasonic ZS20 Gallery and Samsung WB2200F Gallery.

For those who are aiming to travel with your camera regularly, you will want to think about its weight and measurements. The Panasonic ZS20 enjoys outer dimensions of 105mm x 59mm x 28mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") along with a weight of 206 grams (0.45 lbs) and the Samsung WB2200F has proportions of 119mm x 122mm x 99mm (4.7" x 4.8" x 3.9") along with a weight of 708 grams (1.56 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are employing at the time. Here is the front view dimension comparison of the ZS20 vs the WB2200F.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the ZS20 and WB2200F is 92 and 59 respectively.

Generally, it can be hard to picture the gap between sensor dimensions purely by going over a spec sheet. The image underneath will provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the ZS20 and WB2200F.

As you can see, the two cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but different MP. You should expect to see the Samsung WB2200F to offer you extra detail having its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also help you crop pics a little more aggressively. The more aged ZS20 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.