Panasonic ZS30 vs Samsung WB50F
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48 Overall
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Panasonic ZS30 vs Samsung WB50F Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 18MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-480mm (F3.3-6.4) lens
- 198g - 105 x 59 x 28mm
- Released January 2013
- Alternative Name is Lumix DMC-TZ40
- Old Model is Panasonic ZS25
- Replacement is Panasonic ZS35
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-288mm (F3.1-6.3) lens
- 207g - 101 x 68 x 27mm
- Revealed January 2014
Panasonic ZS30 vs Samsung WB50F Overview
The following is a comprehensive review of the Panasonic ZS30 and Samsung WB50F, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by brands Panasonic and Samsung. The image resolution of the ZS30 (18MP) and the WB50F (16MP) is relatively similar and they possess the exact same sensor measurements (1/2.3").
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe ZS30 was launched 12 months before the WB50F and they are of a similar age. Both of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before delving in to a comprehensive comparison, below is a short synopsis of how the ZS30 scores vs the WB50F in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Panasonic ZS30 vs Samsung WB50F Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS30 & Samsung WB50F. The complete galleries are available at Panasonic ZS30 Gallery & Samsung WB50F Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic ZS30 over the Samsung WB50F
ZS30 | WB50F | |||
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Screen resolution | 920k | 460k | Clearer screen (+460k dot) | |
Touch screen | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Samsung WB50F over the Panasonic ZS30
WB50F | ZS30 | |||
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Revealed | January 2014 | January 2013 | Newer by 12 months | |
Focus manually | More accurate focusing |
Common features in the Panasonic ZS30 and Samsung WB50F
ZS30 | WB50F | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen dimension | 3" | 3" | Identical screen measurements | |
Selfie screen | Neither offers selfie screen |
Panasonic ZS30 vs Samsung WB50F Physical Comparison
In case you're planning to travel with your camera regularly, you should take into account its weight and measurements. The Panasonic ZS30 offers external dimensions of 105mm x 59mm x 28mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") and a weight of 198 grams (0.44 lbs) whilst the Samsung WB50F has proportions of 101mm x 68mm x 27mm (4.0" x 2.7" x 1.1") and a weight of 207 grams (0.46 lbs).
Check the Panasonic ZS30 and Samsung WB50F in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember that, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are working with at that time. The following is the front view physical size comparison of the ZS30 against the WB50F.
Using size and weight, the portability score of the ZS30 and WB50F is 92 and 92 respectively.
Panasonic ZS30 vs Samsung WB50F Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it's tough to imagine the contrast between sensor dimensions merely by going over technical specs. The image below might offer you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the ZS30 and WB50F.
As you have seen, the two cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements albeit different MP. You can count on the Panasonic ZS30 to offer greater detail utilizing its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will enable you to crop shots somewhat more aggressively. The more aged ZS30 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.
Panasonic ZS30 vs Samsung WB50F Screen and ViewFinder
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Panasonic ZS30 vs Samsung WB50F Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS30 | Samsung WB50F | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Panasonic | Samsung |
Model | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS30 | Samsung WB50F |
Also called | Lumix DMC-TZ40 | - |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Released | 2013-01-07 | 2014-01-07 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 18 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4896 x 3672 | 4608 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Number of focus points | 23 | - |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 24-480mm (20.0x) | 24-288mm (12.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.3-6.4 | f/3.1-6.3 |
Macro focus range | 3cm | - |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Screen resolution | 920k dot | 460k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 15 secs | - |
Max shutter speed | 1/1200 secs | - |
Continuous shutter speed | 10.0 frames per second | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 6.40 m | - |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro | - |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (220 fps) | 1280 x 720 |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, AVCHD | - |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | none |
GPS | BuiltIn | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 198 grams (0.44 pounds) | 207 grams (0.46 pounds) |
Dimensions | 105 x 59 x 28mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") | 101 x 68 x 27mm (4.0" x 2.7" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 260 photographs | - |
Battery form | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | - | BP70A |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | - |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | MicroSD, MicroSDHC, MicroSDXC |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch cost | $250 | $180 |