Panasonic LF1 vs Samsung HZ35W

Let's take a more detailed look at the Panasonic LF1 versus Samsung HZ35W, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by companies Panasonic and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the LF1 (12MP) and the HZ35W (12MP) is pretty close but the LF1 (1/1.7") and HZ35W (1/2.3") offer totally different sensor sizing.

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The LF1 was introduced 3 years later than the HZ35W and that is a fairly significant difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before getting straight to a full comparison, here is a brief introduction of how the LF1 grades versus the HZ35W in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-LF1 & Samsung HZ35W. The whole galleries are provided at Panasonic LF1 Gallery & Samsung HZ35W Gallery.

In case you're going to lug around your camera often, you need to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic LF1 has got exterior dimensions of 103mm x 62mm x 28mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.1") and a weight of 192 grams (0.42 lbs) while the Samsung HZ35W has dimensions of 107mm x 61mm x 28mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.1") with a weight of 245 grams (0.54 lbs).

Look at the Panasonic LF1 versus Samsung HZ35W in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are employing at that moment. The following is a front view scale comparison of the LF1 versus the HZ35W.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the LF1 and HZ35W is 92 and 91 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is hard to envision the difference in sensor measurements simply by viewing specifications. The visual underneath will provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the LF1 and HZ35W.

To sum up, both cameras come with the identical resolution albeit not the same sensor measurements. The LF1 has got the bigger sensor which should make achieving shallower depth of field less difficult. The fresher LF1 is going to have an edge in sensor tech.