Panasonic S2 vs Samsung WB350F
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Panasonic S2 vs Samsung WB350F Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-112mm (F3.1-6.5) lens
- 112g - 98 x 57 x 21mm
- Revealed January 2012
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 23-483mm (F2.8-5.9) lens
- 276g - 114 x 65 x 25mm
- Announced January 2014
Panasonic S2 vs Samsung WB350F Overview
On this page, we will be analyzing the Panasonic S2 versus Samsung WB350F, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by manufacturers Panasonic and Samsung. The image resolution of the S2 (14MP) and the WB350F (16MP) is pretty similar and both cameras have the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").
Photobucket discusses licensing 13 billion images with AI firmsThe S2 was launched 24 months before the WB350F which makes them a generation away from one another. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before going straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a brief overview of how the S2 scores vs the WB350F with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Panasonic S2 vs Samsung WB350F Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-S2 & Samsung WB350F. The complete galleries are provided at Panasonic S2 Gallery & Samsung WB350F Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic S2 over the Samsung WB350F
S2 | WB350F |
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Reasons to pick Samsung WB350F over the Panasonic S2
WB350F | S2 | |||
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Announced | January 2014 | January 2012 | Newer by 24 months | |
Manually focus | More precise focusing | |||
Screen dimensions | 3" | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") | |
Screen resolution | 460k | 230k | Clearer screen (+230k dot) | |
Touch screen | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Panasonic S2 and Samsung WB350F
S2 | WB350F | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Selfie screen | Absent selfie screen |
Panasonic S2 vs Samsung WB350F Physical Comparison
If you are looking to travel with your camera regularly, you should factor its weight and proportions. The Panasonic S2 has physical dimensions of 98mm x 57mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 112 grams (0.25 lbs) and the Samsung WB350F has measurements of 114mm x 65mm x 25mm (4.5" x 2.6" x 1.0") accompanied by a weight of 276 grams (0.61 lbs).
Compare the Panasonic S2 versus Samsung WB350F in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are using during that time. Here is a front view proportions comparison of the S2 against the WB350F.
Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the S2 and WB350F is 96 and 90 respectively.
Panasonic S2 vs Samsung WB350F Sensor Comparison
Quite often, its tough to envision the contrast between sensor dimensions just by reading technical specs. The picture here might offer you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the S2 and WB350F.
As you have seen, both of the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same resolution. You can expect the Samsung WB350F to offer greater detail utilizing its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop shots more aggressively. The more aged S2 is going to be behind with regard to sensor technology.
Panasonic S2 vs Samsung WB350F Screen and ViewFinder
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Panasonic S2 vs Samsung WB350F Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-S2 | Samsung WB350F | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Panasonic | Samsung |
Model type | Panasonic Lumix DMC-S2 | Samsung WB350F |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Revealed | 2012-01-09 | 2014-01-07 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 27.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 |
Highest resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4608 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Total focus points | 23 | - |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-112mm (4.0x) | 23-483mm (21.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.1-6.5 | f/2.8-5.9 |
Macro focusing distance | 5cm | - |
Crop factor | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 2.7 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of screen | 230 thousand dot | 460 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Screen tech | TFT Color LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 8s | 16s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/1600s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shooting speed | 2.0fps | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.30 m | - |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction | - |
Hot shoe | ||
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 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | - |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
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 | 112g (0.25 lbs) | 276g (0.61 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 98 x 57 x 21mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") | 114 x 65 x 25mm (4.5" x 2.6" x 1.0") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 life | 280 pictures | - |
Battery form | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | - | SLB-10A |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | - |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | MicroSD, MicroSDHC, MicroSDXC |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Pricing at launch | $109 | $260 |