Panasonic ZS60 vs Samsung WB800F

On this page, we are contrasting the Panasonic ZS60 and Samsung WB800F, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by rivals Panasonic and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the ZS60 (18MP) and the WB800F (16MP) is very comparable and both cameras offer the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The ZS60 was introduced 3 years later than the WB800F and that is a fairly large difference as far as camera technology is concerned. The two cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before delving right into a full comparison, here is a simple highlight of how the ZS60 grades against the WB800F in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS60 & Samsung WB800F. The whole galleries are available at Panasonic ZS60 Gallery & Samsung WB800F Gallery.

For anybody who is aiming to carry your camera regularly, you'll need to factor its weight and proportions. The Panasonic ZS60 offers outer measurements of 112mm x 64mm x 38mm (4.4" x 2.5" x 1.5") with a weight of 282 grams (0.62 lbs) while the Samsung WB800F has measurements of 111mm x 65mm x 22mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 218 grams (0.48 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are employing during that time. Below is a front view over all size comparison of the ZS60 versus the WB800F.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the ZS60 and WB800F is 88 and 92 respectively.

Typically, it's difficult to imagine the difference in sensor sizing only by checking out specs. The visual underneath will help offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the ZS60 and WB800F.

All in all, each of these cameras have the same sensor dimensions but different megapixels. You can expect to see the Panasonic ZS60 to provide extra detail using its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop images a bit more aggressively. The more recent ZS60 should have an edge with regard to sensor tech.