Panasonic ZS70 vs Samsung WB50F

Let's take a more detailed look at the Panasonic ZS70 vs Samsung WB50F, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by rivals Panasonic and Samsung. There is a noticeable difference between the image resolutions of the ZS70 (20MP) and WB50F (16MP) but both cameras have the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

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The ZS70 was announced 3 years later than the WB50F and that is quite a sizable difference as far as tech is concerned. The two cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before we go into a comprehensive comparison, here is a short synopsis of how the ZS70 scores versus the WB50F for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS70 & Samsung WB50F. The whole galleries are provided at Panasonic ZS70 Gallery & Samsung WB50F Gallery.

When you are aiming to lug around your camera frequently, you are going to need to factor its weight and size. The Panasonic ZS70 comes with exterior measurements of 112mm x 67mm x 41mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.6") having a weight of 322 grams (0.71 lbs) whilst the Samsung WB50F has specifications of 101mm x 68mm x 27mm (4.0" x 2.7" x 1.1") along with a weight of 207 grams (0.46 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are using at the time. Underneath is a front view overall size comparison of the ZS70 versus the WB50F.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the ZS70 and WB50F is 87 and 92 respectively.

Often, it is tough to visualise the difference between sensor measurements merely by going over technical specs. The graphic below might give you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the ZS70 and WB50F.

As you have seen, the two cameras come with the identical sensor size but not the same MP. You can expect to see the Panasonic ZS70 to deliver extra detail with its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will make it easier to crop pics a good deal more aggressively. The newer ZS70 will have a benefit with regard to sensor technology.