Panasonic FZ60 vs Samsung WB35F

Below, we are contrasting the Panasonic FZ60 and Samsung WB35F, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by manufacturers Panasonic and Samsung. The image resolution of the FZ60 (16MP) and the WB35F (16MP) is fairly close and they use the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The FZ60 was revealed 17 months earlier than the WB35F making the cameras a generation apart from each other. Each of the cameras come with different body type with the Panasonic FZ60 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Samsung WB35F being a Compact camera.

Before diving straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a concise synopsis of how the FZ60 scores against the WB35F with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ60 & Samsung WB35F. The full galleries are viewable at Panasonic FZ60 Gallery & Samsung WB35F Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to carry your camera regularly, you will have to consider its weight and proportions. The Panasonic FZ60 enjoys outside dimensions of 120mm x 81mm x 92mm (4.7" x 3.2" x 3.6") accompanied by a weight of 493 grams (1.09 lbs) and the Samsung WB35F has measurements of 101mm x 61mm x 28mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 1.1") with a weight of 194 grams (0.43 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are employing at the time. Below is the front view physical size comparison of the FZ60 against the WB35F.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the FZ60 and WB35F is 68 and 93 respectively.

In many cases, it's tough to envision the contrast in sensor sizing merely by looking through technical specs. The photograph here will provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the FZ60 and WB35F.

As you have seen, each of these cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the same exact megapixels so you can expect comparable quality of photos although you might want to take the launch date of the cameras into account. The older FZ60 will be disadvantaged in sensor technology.