Panasonic FP5 vs Samsung HZ35W

Here, we will be evaluating the Panasonic FP5 and Samsung HZ35W, former being a Ultracompact while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by competitors Panasonic and Samsung. The image resolution of the FP5 (14MP) and the HZ35W (12MP) is relatively comparable and both cameras boast the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

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The FP5 was introduced 7 months later than the HZ35W so they are both of a similar age. The two cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic FP5 being a Ultracompact camera and the Samsung HZ35W being a Compact camera.

Before going straight to a thorough comparison, here is a simple summation of how the FP5 scores vs the HZ35W when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP5 & Samsung HZ35W. The whole galleries are available at Panasonic FP5 Gallery & Samsung HZ35W Gallery.

When you are intending to lug around your camera often, you will need to consider its weight and volume. The Panasonic FP5 comes with outer dimensions of 101mm x 59mm x 18mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.7") with a weight of 141 grams (0.31 lbs) while the Samsung HZ35W has sizing of 107mm x 61mm x 28mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.1") with a weight of 245 grams (0.54 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are utilising at that moment. Below is a front view overall size comparison of the FP5 against the HZ35W.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the FP5 and HZ35W is 95 and 91 respectively.

Normally, it's hard to visualise the difference in sensor measurements just by checking out specs. The graphic here will give you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the FP5 and HZ35W.

All in all, the two cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit not the same resolution. You can count on the Panasonic FP5 to show more detail using its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The younger FP5 is going to have an advantage with regard to sensor innovation.