Panasonic F5 vs Samsung HZ35W
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Panasonic F5 vs Samsung HZ35W Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F3.2-6.5) lens
- 121g - 97 x 58 x 22mm
- Launched January 2013
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-360mm (F3.2-5.8) lens
- 245g - 107 x 61 x 28mm
- Released June 2010
- Alternate Name is WB650

Panasonic F5 vs Samsung HZ35W Overview
Here, we are reviewing the Panasonic F5 vs Samsung HZ35W, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by competitors Panasonic and Samsung. The image resolution of the F5 (14MP) and the HZ35W (12MP) is very well matched and both cameras posses the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The F5 was released 2 years after the HZ35W which is quite a significant difference as far as technology is concerned. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before we go straight to a detailed comparison, here is a concise highlight of how the F5 matches up versus the HZ35W in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Panasonic F5 vs Samsung HZ35W Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-F5 & Samsung HZ35W. The complete galleries are viewable at Panasonic F5 Gallery & Samsung HZ35W Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic F5 over the Samsung HZ35W
F5 | HZ35W | |||
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Released | January 2013 | ![]() | June 2010 | More modern by 32 months |
Reasons to pick Samsung HZ35W over the Panasonic F5
HZ35W | F5 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Dial accurate focusing | ||
Display size | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Display resolution | 614k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper display (+384k dot) |
Common features in the Panasonic F5 and Samsung HZ35W
F5 | HZ35W | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither offers selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Neither offers Touch display |
Panasonic F5 vs Samsung HZ35W Physical Comparison
If you're intending to carry around your camera frequently, you have to think about its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic F5 offers exterior measurements of 97mm x 58mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.9") having a weight of 121 grams (0.27 lbs) while the Samsung HZ35W has dimensions of 107mm x 61mm x 28mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.1") and a weight of 245 grams (0.54 lbs).
Contrast the Panasonic F5 vs Samsung HZ35W in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are employing during that time. Underneath is a front view physical size comparison of the F5 versus the HZ35W.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the F5 and HZ35W is 96 and 91 respectively.

Panasonic F5 vs Samsung HZ35W Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it is very tough to picture the difference between sensor sizes purely by checking specifications. The pic here should give you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the F5 and HZ35W.
To sum up, the two cameras feature the identical sensor size but different resolution. You can expect to see the Panasonic F5 to give you more detail as a result of its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will enable you to crop pics way more aggressively. The younger F5 provides an edge with regard to sensor innovation.

Panasonic F5 vs Samsung HZ35W Screen and ViewFinder


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Panasonic F5 vs Samsung HZ35W Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-F5 | Samsung HZ35W | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Panasonic | Samsung |
Model | Panasonic Lumix DMC-F5 | Samsung HZ35W |
Also referred to as | - | WB650 |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Launched | 2013-01-07 | 2010-06-16 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 27.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14MP | 12MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4000 x 3000 |
Highest native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 24-360mm (15.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.2-6.5 | f/3.2-5.8 |
Macro focus distance | 5cm | 3cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 2.7 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of display | 230 thousand dot | 614 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Display tech | TFT LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 8 secs | 16 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | 1.0fps | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 5.70 m | 5.00 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (60, 30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 121g (0.27 lbs) | 245g (0.54 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 97 x 58 x 22mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.9") | 107 x 61 x 28mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 250 photos | - |
Battery form | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | - | SLB-11A |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Double, Motion) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Retail cost | $100 | $300 |