Panasonic ZS45 vs Samsung WB700

Below is a in-depth overview of the Panasonic ZS45 vs Samsung WB700, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Panasonic and Samsung. The image resolution of the ZS45 (16MP) and the WB700 (14MP) is pretty well matched and both cameras provide the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The ZS45 was released 4 years later than the WB700 and that is quite a significant gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before diving straight to a detailed comparison, here is a short highlight of how the ZS45 scores versus the WB700 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS45 and Samsung WB700. The complete galleries are available at Panasonic ZS45 Gallery and Samsung WB700 Gallery.

In case you're going to lug around your camera, you will have to factor its weight and size. The Panasonic ZS45 has exterior dimensions of 108mm x 60mm x 32mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.3") and a weight of 249 grams (0.55 lbs) whilst the Samsung WB700 has specifications of 100mm x 59mm x 22mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.9") with a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).

Check the Panasonic ZS45 vs Samsung WB700 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are using at the time. The following is a front view physical size comparison of the ZS45 vs the WB700.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the ZS45 and WB700 is 91 and 98 respectively.

Oftentimes, it can be tough to envision the gap between sensor measurements purely by checking specifications. The photograph below may give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the ZS45 and WB700.

To sum up, both the cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same resolution. You should expect the Panasonic ZS45 to resolve greater detail as a result of its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop photographs a bit more aggressively. The newer ZS45 is going to have an edge in sensor innovation.