Panasonic ZS50 vs Samsung WB800F

Below, we are reviewing the Panasonic ZS50 vs Samsung WB800F, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by brands Panasonic and Samsung. There is a crucial difference among the image resolutions of the ZS50 (12MP) and WB800F (16MP) but they come with the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The ZS50 was revealed 2 years after the WB800F which is a fairly serious gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting through a in-depth comparison, below is a brief introduction of how the ZS50 grades versus the WB800F for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS50 and Samsung WB800F. The full galleries are available at Panasonic ZS50 Gallery and Samsung WB800F Gallery.

In case you're planning to travel with your camera, you are going to need to consider its weight and volume. The Panasonic ZS50 enjoys physical measurements of 111mm x 65mm x 34mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 243 grams (0.54 lbs) and the Samsung WB800F has sizing of 111mm x 65mm x 22mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 0.9") along with a weight of 218 grams (0.48 lbs).

Contrast the Panasonic ZS50 vs Samsung WB800F in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Following is the front view overall size comparison of the ZS50 vs the WB800F.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the ZS50 and WB800F is 90 and 92 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is very hard to imagine the contrast in sensor dimensions merely by seeing specifications. The picture here might offer you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the ZS50 and WB800F.

Plainly, both cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but different resolution. You should expect to see the Samsung WB800F to provide greater detail because of its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop pics much more aggressively. The newer ZS50 should have a benefit when it comes to sensor tech.