Panasonic ZS70 vs Samsung WB2200F

Its time to examine more closely at the Panasonic ZS70 and Samsung WB2200F, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by companies Panasonic and Samsung. There is a huge difference between the sensor resolutions of the ZS70 (20MP) and WB2200F (16MP) but they possess the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The ZS70 was announced 3 years after the WB2200F which is quite a significant gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic ZS70 being a Compact camera and the Samsung WB2200F being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before delving straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a short highlight of how the ZS70 grades versus the WB2200F when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS70 and Samsung WB2200F. The whole galleries are available at Panasonic ZS70 Gallery and Samsung WB2200F Gallery.

For anybody who is looking to travel with your camera frequently, you have to factor in its weight and size. The Panasonic ZS70 comes with physical dimensions of 112mm x 67mm x 41mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.6") and a weight of 322 grams (0.71 lbs) and the Samsung WB2200F has specifications of 119mm x 122mm x 99mm (4.7" x 4.8" x 3.9") with a weight of 708 grams (1.56 lbs).

Contrast the Panasonic ZS70 and Samsung WB2200F in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are utilising at that moment. The following is the front view sizing comparison of the ZS70 compared to the WB2200F.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the ZS70 and WB2200F is 87 and 59 respectively.

Generally, it can be difficult to imagine the difference between sensor dimensions only by checking a spec sheet. The picture below should provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the ZS70 and WB2200F.

Clearly, both of the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but different resolution. You should expect to see the Panasonic ZS70 to resolve greater detail with its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will let you crop pics a little more aggressively. The fresher ZS70 provides an edge in sensor tech.