Panasonic S2 vs Samsung WB35F

Here is a extensive comparison of the Panasonic S2 versus Samsung WB35F, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by competitors Panasonic and Samsung. The resolution of the S2 (14MP) and the WB35F (16MP) is pretty close and they enjoy the exact same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The S2 was announced 24 months prior to the WB35F which makes the cameras a generation apart from one another. The two cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving in to a step-by-step comparison, below is a quick summary of how the S2 matches up vs the WB35F with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-S2 & Samsung WB35F. The whole galleries are available at Panasonic S2 Gallery & Samsung WB35F Gallery.

If you're planning to carry your camera, you need to consider its weight and measurements. The Panasonic S2 provides external dimensions of 98mm x 57mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") and a weight of 112 grams (0.25 lbs) whilst the Samsung WB35F has proportions of 101mm x 61mm x 28mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 1.1") and a weight of 194 grams (0.43 lbs).

Look at the Panasonic S2 versus Samsung WB35F in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you select at that time. Following is the front view dimensions comparison of the S2 compared to the WB35F.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the S2 and WB35F is 96 and 93 respectively.

Quite often, it can be hard to visualize the gap in sensor sizing just by looking through technical specs. The graphic here might provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the S2 and WB35F.

As you can tell, both of those cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements albeit different megapixels. You can expect the Samsung WB35F to provide you with more detail with its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop shots somewhat more aggressively. The older S2 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.