Panasonic FZ35 vs Samsung HZ50W
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Panasonic FZ35 vs Samsung HZ50W Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 27-486mm (F2.8-4.4) lens
- 397g - 118 x 76 x 89mm
- Announced July 2010
- Also Known as Lumix DMC-FZ38
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 64 - 3200 (Push to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-676mm (F2.8-5.0) lens
- 426g - 116 x 83 x 91mm
- Announced May 2010
- Alternate Name is WB5500
Photography Glossary Panasonic FZ35 vs Samsung HZ50W Overview
Following is a complete comparison of the Panasonic FZ35 and Samsung HZ50W, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by rivals Panasonic and Samsung. The image resolution of the FZ35 (12MP) and the HZ50W (14MP) is very similar and both cameras boast the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").
Japan-exclusive Leica Leitz Phone 3 features big sensor and new modesThe FZ35 was unveiled 3 months after the HZ50W and they are of a similar generation. Each of these cameras have the same body design (SLR-like (bridge)).
Before delving straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a simple highlight of how the FZ35 grades versus the HZ50W when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
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Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ35 and Samsung HZ50W. The full galleries are provided at Panasonic FZ35 Gallery and Samsung HZ50W Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic FZ35 over the Samsung HZ50W
| FZ35 | HZ50W |
|---|
Reasons to pick Samsung HZ50W over the Panasonic FZ35
| HZ50W | FZ35 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Display dimensions | 3" |  | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Common features in the Panasonic FZ35 and Samsung HZ50W
| FZ35 | HZ50W | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Announced | July 2010 |  | May 2010 | Similar generation |
| Manually focus |  | More precise focus | ||
| Display type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed display |
| Display resolution | 230k |  | 230k | Same display resolution |
| Selfie screen |  | Neither has selfie screen | ||
| Touch friendly display |  | Lack of Touch friendly display |
Panasonic FZ35 vs Samsung HZ50W Physical Comparison
For anyone who is intending to carry around your camera regularly, you'll have to factor in its weight and measurements. The Panasonic FZ35 has outside measurements of 118mm x 76mm x 89mm (4.6" x 3.0" x 3.5") accompanied by a weight of 397 grams (0.88 lbs) while the Samsung HZ50W has proportions of 116mm x 83mm x 91mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 3.6") accompanied by a weight of 426 grams (0.94 lbs).
Contrast the Panasonic FZ35 and Samsung HZ50W in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are using at that moment. Underneath is a front view proportions comparison of the FZ35 against the HZ50W.
Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the FZ35 and HZ50W is 72 and 70 respectively.
Panasonic FZ35 vs Samsung HZ50W Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it can be difficult to imagine the contrast between sensor sizes merely by going over specs. The image here will provide you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the FZ35 and HZ50W.
All in all, the 2 cameras have the same sensor dimensions but different MP. You should expect to see the Samsung HZ50W to deliver greater detail having an extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop pics a bit more aggressively.
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Panasonic FZ35 vs Samsung HZ50W Specifications
| Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ35 | Samsung HZ50W | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Brand Name | Panasonic | Samsung |
| Model type | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ35 | Samsung HZ50W |
| Also called as | Lumix DMC-FZ38 | WB5500 |
| Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
| Announced | 2010-07-06 | 2010-05-03 |
| Body design | SLR-like (bridge) | SLR-like (bridge) |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Powered by | Venus Engine V | - |
| Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
| Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
| Sensor measurements | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
| Sensor area | 27.7mm² | 27.7mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 14 megapixel |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
| Peak resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4320 x 3240 |
| Highest native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
| Highest enhanced ISO | - | 6400 |
| Minimum native ISO | 80 | 64 |
| RAW images | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Focus manually | ||
| Touch focus | ||
| AF continuous | ||
| AF single | ||
| Tracking AF | ||
| Selective AF | ||
| Center weighted AF | ||
| Multi area AF | ||
| AF live view | ||
| Face detection AF | ||
| Contract detection AF | ||
| Phase detection AF | ||
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens zoom range | 27-486mm (18.0x) | 26-676mm (26.0x) |
| Highest aperture | f/2.8-4.4 | f/2.8-5.0 |
| Macro focusing distance | 1cm | 10cm |
| Crop factor | 5.9 | 5.9 |
| Screen | ||
| Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Screen sizing | 2.7 inches | 3 inches |
| Screen resolution | 230 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch display | ||
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | Electronic | Electronic |
| Features | ||
| Min shutter speed | 60 seconds | 16 seconds |
| Max shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
| Continuous shutter speed | 2.0fps | - |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Expose Manually | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
| Set WB | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Integrated flash | ||
| Flash distance | 8.50 m | 5.60 m |
| Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync |
| External flash | ||
| AEB | ||
| WB bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment metering | ||
| Average metering | ||
| Spot metering | ||
| Partial metering | ||
| AF area metering | ||
| Center weighted metering | ||
| Video features | ||
| Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (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 data format | AVCHD Lite, Motion JPEG | H.264 |
| 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 | None |
| Physical | ||
| Environment seal | ||
| Water proofing | ||
| Dust proofing | ||
| Shock proofing | ||
| Crush proofing | ||
| Freeze proofing | ||
| Weight | 397 gr (0.88 lbs) | 426 gr (0.94 lbs) |
| Physical dimensions | 118 x 76 x 89mm (4.6" x 3.0" x 3.5") | 116 x 83 x 91mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 3.6") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
| Other | ||
| Battery ID | - | SLB-11A |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, 10 sec (3 pictures)) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Double) |
| Time lapse shooting | ||
| Type of storage | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SC/SDHC, Internal |
| Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
| Launch pricing | $999 | $250 |
