Panasonic FS12 vs Samsung HZ35W

Here, we will be evaluating the Panasonic FS12 versus Samsung HZ35W, former is a Ultracompact while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by manufacturers Panasonic and Samsung. The image resolution of the FS12 (12MP) and the HZ35W (12MP) is relatively comparable and both cameras have the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The FS12 was introduced 14 months prior to the HZ35W which makes them a generation away from one another. Each of these cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic FS12 being a Ultracompact camera and the Samsung HZ35W being a Compact camera.

Before getting right into a full comparison, here is a simple overview of how the FS12 grades vs the HZ35W in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS12 & Samsung HZ35W. The whole galleries are viewable at Panasonic FS12 Gallery & Samsung HZ35W Gallery.

For anybody who is planning to travel with your camera, you will want to take into account its weight and size. The Panasonic FS12 provides external measurements of 97mm x 55mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 129 grams (0.28 lbs) whilst the Samsung HZ35W has specifications of 107mm x 61mm x 28mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.1") having a weight of 245 grams (0.54 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are utilizing during that time. The following is a front view sizing comparison of the FS12 against the HZ35W.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the FS12 and HZ35W is 95 and 91 respectively.

Normally, its hard to visualise the difference in sensor dimensions only by going through technical specs. The picture here might offer you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the FS12 and HZ35W.

As you have seen, the two cameras feature the identical sensor size and the same megapixels therefore you can expect comparable quality of photos but you will want to take the launch date of the cameras into account. The more aged FS12 will be behind with regard to sensor technology.