Panasonic ZS50 vs Samsung WB250F

Following is a comprehensive assessment of the Panasonic ZS50 and Samsung WB250F, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by brands Panasonic and Samsung. The resolution of the ZS50 (12MP) and the WB250F (14MP) is very well matched and they possess the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The ZS50 was introduced 2 years after the WB250F which is quite a big difference as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting in to a thorough comparison, below is a simple summary of how the ZS50 scores versus the WB250F with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS50 & Samsung WB250F. The whole galleries are available at Panasonic ZS50 Gallery & Samsung WB250F Gallery.

For anyone who is going to carry around your camera often, you will need to consider its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic ZS50 features external dimensions of 111mm x 65mm x 34mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.3") having a weight of 243 grams (0.54 lbs) while the Samsung WB250F has dimensions of 106mm x 62mm x 22mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 0.9") and a weight of 226 grams (0.50 lbs).

Take a look at the Panasonic ZS50 and Samsung WB250F in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you have attached during that time. Here is the front view size comparison of the ZS50 against the WB250F.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the ZS50 and WB250F is 90 and 93 respectively.

More often than not, it is hard to visualize the difference between sensor sizes simply by looking at specifications. The picture below will provide you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the ZS50 and WB250F.

To sum up, both of the cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements but different megapixels. You can expect to see the Samsung WB250F to give you greater detail using its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also help you crop pics somewhat more aggressively. The more recent ZS50 provides an edge in sensor innovation.