Panasonic FH2 vs Samsung WB35F

Below, we are looking at the Panasonic FH2 vs Samsung WB35F, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by companies Panasonic and Samsung. The resolution of the FH2 (14MP) and the WB35F (16MP) is very comparable and they feature the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The FH2 was brought out 4 years earlier than the WB35F which is a fairly significant gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving in to a detailed comparison, below is a brief summary of how the FH2 grades versus the WB35F with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH2 and Samsung WB35F. The entire galleries are available at Panasonic FH2 Gallery and Samsung WB35F Gallery.

For anyone who is going to travel with your camera, you have to factor in its weight and size. The Panasonic FH2 has external measurements of 94mm x 54mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.7") along with a weight of 121 grams (0.27 lbs) and the Samsung WB35F has specifications of 101mm x 61mm x 28mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 1.1") having a weight of 194 grams (0.43 lbs).

Check the Panasonic FH2 vs Samsung WB35F in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are using at that moment. Following is the front view overall size comparison of the FH2 against the WB35F.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the FH2 and WB35F is 96 and 93 respectively.

Sometimes, it is very difficult to visualise the difference in sensor dimensions merely by seeing technical specs. The image below may provide you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the FH2 and WB35F.

As you have seen, each of the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but not the same megapixels. You should expect to see the Samsung WB35F to show more detail having its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also help you crop images much more aggressively. The more aged FH2 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.