Panasonic LZ20 vs Samsung HZ35W
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Panasonic LZ20 vs Samsung HZ35W Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Push to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-525mm (F3.1-5.8) lens
- 499g - 120 x 76 x 80mm
- Announced July 2012
- New Model is Panasonic LZ30
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-360mm (F3.2-5.8) lens
- 245g - 107 x 61 x 28mm
- Revealed June 2010
- Alternate Name is WB650

Panasonic LZ20 vs Samsung HZ35W Overview
Let's look closer at the Panasonic LZ20 versus Samsung HZ35W, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by rivals Panasonic and Samsung. There exists a big gap among the image resolutions of the LZ20 (16MP) and HZ35W (12MP) but both cameras offer the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

The LZ20 was brought out 2 years after the HZ35W which is a fairly big gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of these cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic LZ20 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Samsung HZ35W being a Compact camera.
Before going into a thorough comparison, here is a concise highlight of how the LZ20 grades versus the HZ35W when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Panasonic LZ20 vs Samsung HZ35W Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ20 and Samsung HZ35W. The entire galleries are provided at Panasonic LZ20 Gallery and Samsung HZ35W Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic LZ20 over the Samsung HZ35W
LZ20 | HZ35W | |||
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Revealed | July 2012 | ![]() | June 2010 | More modern by 26 months |
Reasons to pick Samsung HZ35W over the Panasonic LZ20
HZ35W | LZ20 | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
Focus manually | ![]() | Dial precise focusing | ||
Display resolution | 614k | ![]() | 460k | Crisper display (+154k dot) |
Common features in the Panasonic LZ20 and Samsung HZ35W
LZ20 | HZ35W | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display size | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Same display dimensions |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lacking selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Lacking Touch friendly display |
Panasonic LZ20 vs Samsung HZ35W Physical Comparison
For anyone who is aiming to carry around your camera frequently, you'll have to take into account its weight and measurements. The Panasonic LZ20 has got exterior measurements of 120mm x 76mm x 80mm (4.7" x 3.0" x 3.1") with a weight of 499 grams (1.10 lbs) whilst the Samsung HZ35W has proportions of 107mm x 61mm x 28mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 245 grams (0.54 lbs).
See the Panasonic LZ20 versus Samsung HZ35W in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are utilising at the time. The following is a front view measurement comparison of the LZ20 and the HZ35W.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the LZ20 and HZ35W is 71 and 91 respectively.

Panasonic LZ20 vs Samsung HZ35W Sensor Comparison
Normally, it can be hard to visualize the contrast in sensor sizes merely by researching specs. The pic here may give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the LZ20 and HZ35W.
All in all, the 2 cameras feature the identical sensor size but different resolution. You should expect to see the Panasonic LZ20 to result in extra detail having its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will also let you crop pics way more aggressively. The more modern LZ20 provides an edge with regard to sensor tech.

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Panasonic LZ20 vs Samsung HZ35W Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ20 | Samsung HZ35W | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Panasonic | Samsung |
Model | Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ20 | Samsung HZ35W |
Also called | - | WB650 |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Announced | 2012-07-18 | 2010-06-16 |
Physical type | SLR-like (bridge) | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 27.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4000 x 3000 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Maximum boosted ISO | 6400 | - |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 25-525mm (21.0x) | 24-360mm (15.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.1-5.8 | f/3.2-5.8 |
Macro focus range | 2cm | 3cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3" | 3" |
Display resolution | 460k dots | 614k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Display technology | TFT Screen LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 15 secs | 16 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shooting rate | 1.0 frames/s | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 6.80 m | 5.00 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720p ( 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) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 499 gr (1.10 lbs) | 245 gr (0.54 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 120 x 76 x 80mm (4.7" x 3.0" x 3.1") | 107 x 61 x 28mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 380 images | - |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | - | SLB-11A |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Double, Motion) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Retail cost | $250 | $300 |