Panasonic ZS70 vs Samsung WB850F

Following is a extended overview of the Panasonic ZS70 vs Samsung WB850F, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by rivals Panasonic and Samsung. There is a significant difference between the image resolutions of the ZS70 (20MP) and WB850F (16MP) but both cameras posses the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The ZS70 was unveiled 5 years after the WB850F which is quite a sizable gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before diving right into a in-depth comparison, here is a short highlight of how the ZS70 scores vs the WB850F when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS70 and Samsung WB850F. The full galleries are viewable at Panasonic ZS70 Gallery and Samsung WB850F Gallery.

If you're looking to carry around your camera, you will have to think about its weight and measurements. The Panasonic ZS70 has outer measurements of 112mm x 67mm x 41mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.6") and a weight of 322 grams (0.71 lbs) whilst the Samsung WB850F has proportions of 109mm x 62mm x 25mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.0") along with a weight of 250 grams (0.55 lbs).

Contrast the Panasonic ZS70 vs Samsung WB850F in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you use at the time. Underneath is a front view proportions comparison of the ZS70 and the WB850F.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the ZS70 and WB850F is 87 and 91 respectively.

In many cases, its tough to envision the gap between sensor sizes just by checking technical specs. The picture underneath might provide you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the ZS70 and WB850F.

As you have seen, each of the cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit not the same resolution. You should count on the Panasonic ZS70 to give you more detail having an extra 4MP. Higher resolution will also let you crop shots way more aggressively. The more modern ZS70 will have an edge with regard to sensor technology.