Panasonic SZ5 vs Samsung WB350F
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Panasonic SZ5 vs Samsung WB350F Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Boost to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-250mm (F3.1-5.9) lens
- 136g - 104 x 58 x 21mm
- Released July 2012
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 23-483mm (F2.8-5.9) lens
- 276g - 114 x 65 x 25mm
- Launched January 2014
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Following is a extended assessment of the Panasonic SZ5 and Samsung WB350F, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by companies Panasonic and Samsung. The image resolution of the SZ5 (14MP) and the WB350F (16MP) is very similar and both cameras posses the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").
Apple Innovates by Creating Next-Level Optical Stabilization for iPhoneThe SZ5 was brought out 17 months prior to the WB350F making them a generation away from one another. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before diving right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a simple overview of how the SZ5 matches up versus the WB350F in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
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Reasons to pick Panasonic SZ5 over the Samsung WB350F
| SZ5 | WB350F |
|---|
Reasons to pick Samsung WB350F over the Panasonic SZ5
| WB350F | SZ5 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Launched | January 2014 |  | July 2012 | More modern by 17 months |
| Focus manually |  | Dial accurate focusing | ||
| Display resolution | 460k |  | 230k | Crisper display (+230k dot) |
| Touch display |  | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Panasonic SZ5 and Samsung WB350F
| SZ5 | WB350F | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Display type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed display |
| Display size | 3" |  | 3" | Same display measurements |
| Selfie screen |  | Absent selfie screen |
Panasonic SZ5 vs Samsung WB350F Physical Comparison
If you're looking to carry around your camera, you will want to factor its weight and measurements. The Panasonic SZ5 has outer measurements of 104mm x 58mm x 21mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") along with a weight of 136 grams (0.30 lbs) and the Samsung WB350F has proportions of 114mm x 65mm x 25mm (4.5" x 2.6" x 1.0") accompanied by a weight of 276 grams (0.61 lbs).
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Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you have chosen at the time. Below is a front view size comparison of the SZ5 compared to the WB350F.
Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the SZ5 and WB350F is 95 and 90 respectively.
Panasonic SZ5 vs Samsung WB350F Sensor Comparison
Typically, it's difficult to visualise the difference between sensor sizes just by reading specifications. The image underneath will help offer you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the SZ5 and WB350F.
Plainly, both of these cameras feature the identical sensor size but not the same MP. You should expect to see the Samsung WB350F to offer extra detail having its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop pics way more aggressively. The more aged SZ5 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor technology.
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Panasonic SZ5 vs Samsung WB350F Specifications
| Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ5 | Samsung WB350F | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Company | Panasonic | Samsung |
| Model type | Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ5 | Samsung WB350F |
| Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
| Released | 2012-07-18 | 2014-01-07 |
| Physical type | 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 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 |
| Maximum resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4608 x 3456 |
| Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
| Maximum boosted ISO | 6400 | - |
| Minimum native ISO | 100 | 80 |
| RAW files | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focusing | ||
| Autofocus touch | ||
| Continuous autofocus | ||
| Autofocus single | ||
| Tracking autofocus | ||
| Autofocus selectice | ||
| Center weighted autofocus | ||
| Autofocus multi area | ||
| Live view autofocus | ||
| Face detection autofocus | ||
| Contract detection autofocus | ||
| Phase detection autofocus | ||
| Total focus points | 23 | - |
| Cross type focus points | - | - |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens zoom range | 25-250mm (10.0x) | 23-483mm (21.0x) |
| Maximal aperture | f/3.1-5.9 | f/2.8-5.9 |
| Macro focusing distance | 5cm | - |
| Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Screen sizing | 3 inch | 3 inch |
| Screen resolution | 230k dots | 460k dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch capability | ||
| Screen tech | TFT Screen LCD | - |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Slowest shutter speed | 8 seconds | 16 seconds |
| Maximum shutter speed | 1/1600 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
| Continuous shooting rate | 2.0fps | - |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manually set exposure | ||
| Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
| Custom white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Built-in flash | ||
| Flash distance | 5.60 m | - |
| Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | - |
| External flash | ||
| Auto exposure bracketing | ||
| WB bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment exposure | ||
| Average exposure | ||
| Spot exposure | ||
| Partial exposure | ||
| AF area exposure | ||
| Center weighted exposure | ||
| Video features | ||
| Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720p ( 30,25 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 25 fps) | 1920 x 1080 |
| Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
| Video data format | MPEG-4 | - |
| Microphone port | ||
| Headphone port | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| GPS | None | None |
| Physical | ||
| Environmental sealing | ||
| Water proofing | ||
| Dust proofing | ||
| Shock proofing | ||
| Crush proofing | ||
| Freeze proofing | ||
| Weight | 136g (0.30 lbs) | 276g (0.61 lbs) |
| Physical dimensions | 104 x 58 x 21mm (4.1" x 2.3" 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 | 250 photos | - |
| Form of battery | Battery Pack | - |
| Battery ID | - | SLB-10A |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs) | - |
| Time lapse feature | ||
| Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | MicroSD, MicroSDHC, MicroSDXC |
| Card slots | Single | Single |
| Launch pricing | $195 | $260 |
