Panasonic ZS20 vs Samsung WB250F
92 Imaging
37 Features
46 Overall
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93 Imaging
38 Features
44 Overall
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Panasonic ZS20 vs Samsung WB250F Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-480mm (F3.3-6.4) lens
- 206g - 105 x 59 x 28mm
- Launched April 2012
- Other Name is Lumix DMC-TZ30
- Older Model is Panasonic ZS15
- Renewed by Panasonic ZS25
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-432mm (F3.2-5.8) lens
- 226g - 106 x 62 x 22mm
- Announced January 2013

Panasonic ZS20 vs Samsung WB250F Overview
The following is a extensive assessment of the Panasonic ZS20 and Samsung WB250F, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by brands Panasonic and Samsung. The image resolution of the ZS20 (14MP) and the WB250F (14MP) is very comparable and they feature the exact same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

The ZS20 was manufactured 8 months earlier than the WB250F which means that they are of a similar age. Each of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before delving through a in-depth comparison, below is a concise view of how the ZS20 scores against the WB250F in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Panasonic ZS20 vs Samsung WB250F Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS20 & Samsung WB250F. The entire galleries are available at Panasonic ZS20 Gallery & Samsung WB250F Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic ZS20 over the Samsung WB250F
ZS20 | WB250F |
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Reasons to pick Samsung WB250F over the Panasonic ZS20
WB250F | ZS20 | |||
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Announced | January 2013 | ![]() | April 2012 | Newer by 8 months |
Common features in the Panasonic ZS20 and Samsung WB250F
ZS20 | WB250F | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | No manual focus | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display dimension | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Identical display sizing |
Display resolution | 460k | ![]() | 460k | Identical display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lack of selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Panasonic ZS20 vs Samsung WB250F Physical Comparison
For anyone who is planning to travel with your camera often, you need to think about its weight and size. The Panasonic ZS20 has got external dimensions of 105mm x 59mm x 28mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") having a weight of 206 grams (0.45 lbs) whilst the Samsung WB250F has specifications of 106mm x 62mm x 22mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 0.9") along with a weight of 226 grams (0.50 lbs).
Analyze the Panasonic ZS20 and Samsung WB250F in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are utilizing at that time. The following is the front view physical size comparison of the ZS20 vs the WB250F.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the ZS20 and WB250F is 92 and 93 respectively.

Panasonic ZS20 vs Samsung WB250F Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it's hard to picture the contrast in sensor dimensions purely by checking out specs. The pic here will provide you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the ZS20 and WB250F.
All in all, both of the cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements and the identical resolution therefore you can expect comparable quality of photographs however you have to take the launch date of the cameras into account. The more aged ZS20 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.

Panasonic ZS20 vs Samsung WB250F Screen and ViewFinder


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Panasonic ZS20 vs Samsung WB250F Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS20 | Samsung WB250F | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Panasonic | Samsung |
Model type | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS20 | Samsung WB250F |
Alternate name | Lumix DMC-TZ30 | - |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Launched | 2012-04-26 | 2013-01-07 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
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 | 14 megapixel | 14 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | - |
Highest Possible resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4320 x 3240 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Total focus points | 23 | - |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 24-480mm (20.0x) | 24-432mm (18.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.3-6.4 | f/3.2-5.8 |
Macro focusing distance | 3cm | - |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 3" | 3" |
Screen resolution | 460k dots | 460k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Screen technology | - | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 15 secs | 16 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shutter rate | 10.0 frames per sec | 8.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 6.40 m | - |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro | - |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (220 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, AVCHD | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | BuiltIn | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 206g (0.45 lbs) | 226g (0.50 lbs) |
Dimensions | 105 x 59 x 28mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") | 106 x 62 x 22mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 photos | - |
Battery type | Battery Pack | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | One | One |
Pricing at release | $349 | $250 |