Panasonic ZS60 vs Samsung WB250F
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Panasonic ZS60 vs Samsung WB250F Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 18MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200 (Increase to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 3840 x 2160 video
- 24-720mm (F3.3-6.4) lens
- 282g - 112 x 64 x 38mm
- Launched January 2016
- Additionally Known as Lumix DMC-TZ80
- Earlier Model is Panasonic ZS50
- Replacement is Panasonic ZS70
(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
- Released January 2013
Panasonic ZS60 vs Samsung WB250F Overview
Let's take a closer look at the Panasonic ZS60 vs Samsung WB250F, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by rivals Panasonic and Samsung. There is a huge difference between the sensor resolutions of the ZS60 (18MP) and WB250F (14MP) but both cameras posses the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").
Sora from OpenAI releases its first ever music videoThe ZS60 was revealed 3 years later than the WB250F and that is quite a significant gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before diving right into a in-depth comparison, here is a short introduction of how the ZS60 matches up against the WB250F for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Panasonic ZS60 vs Samsung WB250F Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS60 and Samsung WB250F. The full galleries are provided at Panasonic ZS60 Gallery and Samsung WB250F Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic ZS60 over the Samsung WB250F
ZS60 | WB250F | |||
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Released | January 2016 | January 2013 | More recent by 37 months | |
Manual focus | Dial exact focus | |||
Display resolution | 1040k | 460k | Sharper display (+580k dot) |
Reasons to pick Samsung WB250F over the Panasonic ZS60
WB250F | ZS60 |
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Common features in the Panasonic ZS60 and Samsung WB250F
ZS60 | WB250F | |||
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Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display dimensions | 3" | 3" | Equal display measurement | |
Selfie screen | Neither provides selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly display | Easily navigate |
Panasonic ZS60 vs Samsung WB250F Physical Comparison
In case you're aiming to lug around your camera frequently, you'll have to factor in its weight and measurements. The Panasonic ZS60 provides exterior dimensions of 112mm x 64mm x 38mm (4.4" x 2.5" x 1.5") accompanied by a weight of 282 grams (0.62 lbs) whilst the Samsung WB250F has proportions of 106mm x 62mm x 22mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 0.9") and a weight of 226 grams (0.50 lbs).
Compare the Panasonic ZS60 vs Samsung WB250F in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you use at the time. Here is a front view dimensions comparison of the ZS60 versus the WB250F.
Using size and weight, the portability score of the ZS60 and WB250F is 88 and 93 respectively.
Panasonic ZS60 vs Samsung WB250F Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it is hard to visualize the gap between sensor measurements only by checking specs. The visual underneath should offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the ZS60 and WB250F.
As you can plainly see, both of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but different resolution. You should expect to see the Panasonic ZS60 to give you extra detail because of its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will also let you crop images more aggressively. The fresher ZS60 provides an advantage when it comes to sensor technology.
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Panasonic ZS60 vs Samsung WB250F Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS60 | Samsung WB250F | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Panasonic | Samsung |
Model type | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS60 | Samsung WB250F |
Also Known as | Lumix DMC-TZ80 | - |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Launched | 2016-01-05 | 2013-01-07 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | Venus Engine | - |
Sensor type | CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 18MP | 14MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | - |
Highest Possible resolution | 4896 x 3672 | 4320 x 3240 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Maximum enhanced ISO | 6400 | - |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Total focus points | 49 | - |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 24-720mm (30.0x) | 24-432mm (18.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.3-6.4 | f/3.2-5.8 |
Macro focusing distance | 3cm | - |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Screen resolution | 1,040k dots | 460k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Screen tech | - | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | None |
Viewfinder resolution | 1,166k dots | - |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | - |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.46x | - |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 4s | 16s |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/2000s |
Max silent shutter speed | 1/16000s | - |
Continuous shutter rate | 10.0 frames per sec | 8.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 5.60 m (at Auto ISO) | - |
Flash modes | Auto, Auto/Red-eye Reduction, Forced On, Slow Sync./Red-eye Reduction, Forced Off | - |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 3840 x 2160 (30p), 1920 x 1080 (60p, 60i, 30p), 1280 x 720 (30p), 640 x 480 (30p) | 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 | 3840x2160 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, AVCHD | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 282g (0.62 pounds) | 226g (0.50 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 112 x 64 x 38mm (4.4" x 2.5" x 1.5") | 106 x 62 x 22mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | 37 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | 19.3 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | 10.6 | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | 109 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 320 photographs | - |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, 3 shots / 10 secs) | Yes |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Cost at release | $248 | $250 |