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Panasonic TS2 vs Samsung HZ35W

Portability
93
Imaging
36
Features
29
Overall
33
Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS2 front
 
Samsung HZ35W front
Portability
91
Imaging
35
Features
42
Overall
37

Panasonic TS2 vs Samsung HZ35W Key Specs

Panasonic TS2
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Display
  • ISO 80 - 6400
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 28-128mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
  • 188g - 99 x 63 x 24mm
  • Revealed January 2010
  • Alternate Name is Lumix DMC-FT2
  • Succeeded the Panasonic TS1
  • Updated by Panasonic TS3
Samsung HZ35W
(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
  • Released June 2010
  • Other Name is WB650
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Panasonic TS2 vs Samsung HZ35W Overview

Below is a comprehensive assessment of the Panasonic TS2 and Samsung HZ35W, one being a Waterproof and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands Panasonic and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the TS2 (14MP) and the HZ35W (12MP) is very comparable and they enjoy the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The TS2 was unveiled 4 months prior to the HZ35W so they are both of a similar generation. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before going in to a full comparison, below is a concise summation of how the TS2 grades against the HZ35W in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Photography Glossary

				

Reasons to pick Panasonic TS2 over the Samsung HZ35W

 TS2 HZ35W 

Reasons to pick Samsung HZ35W over the Panasonic TS2

 HZ35W TS2 
Manual focus More precise focus
Display sizing3"2.7"Larger display (+0.3")
Display resolution614k230kCrisper display (+384k dot)

Common features in the Panasonic TS2 and Samsung HZ35W

 TS2 HZ35W 
ReleasedJanuary 2010June 2010Same generation
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Selfie screen Neither features selfie screen
Touch display Neither features Touch display

Panasonic TS2 vs Samsung HZ35W Physical Comparison

If you are planning to lug around your camera, you will want to consider its weight and volume. The Panasonic TS2 enjoys exterior measurements of 99mm x 63mm x 24mm (3.9" x 2.5" x 0.9") having a weight of 188 grams (0.41 lbs) while the Samsung HZ35W has sizing of 107mm x 61mm x 28mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.1") having a weight of 245 grams (0.54 lbs).

Contrast the Panasonic TS2 and Samsung HZ35W in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are using at that time. Below is the front view measurement comparison of the TS2 vs the HZ35W.

Panasonic TS2 vs Samsung HZ35W size comparison

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the TS2 and HZ35W is 93 and 91 respectively.

Panasonic TS2 vs Samsung HZ35W top view buttons comparison

Panasonic TS2 vs Samsung HZ35W Sensor Comparison

Sometimes, it's tough to visualize the difference in sensor measurements simply by checking out specifications. The photograph underneath will give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the TS2 and HZ35W.

To sum up, both of those cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but different megapixels. You should expect to see the Panasonic TS2 to produce extra detail having an extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also let you crop images far more aggressively.

Panasonic TS2 vs Samsung HZ35W sensor size comparison

Panasonic TS2 vs Samsung HZ35W Screen and ViewFinder

Panasonic TS2 vs Samsung HZ35W Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Panasonic TS2 Portrait photography info
Samsung HZ35W Portrait photography info
28
good MP (14MP)
focusing manually not possible
manual mode not possible
can't use external flash
small sensor (1/2.3")
no RAW files
34
has manual focus
features face detect focus
no external flash support
sensor resolution low (12 megapixels)
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
lacks RAW format
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Street Comparison

Panasonic TS2 Street photography details
Samsung HZ35W Street photography details
61
image stabilization (Optical)
weather proof
no moving screen
small sensor (1/2.3")
no RAW files
60
has image stabilization (Optical)
lighter than competitors (245g)
fixed screen
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
lacks RAW format
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Sports Comparison

Panasonic TS2 Sports photography details
Samsung HZ35W Sports photography details
40
image stabilization (Optical)
good MP (14MP)
comes with tracking focus
weather proof
low max shutter speed (1/1,300 seconds)
continuous shooting slow (2.0 frames/s)
no shutter priority mode
small sensor (1/2.3")
no phase detect auto focus
42
amazing zoom range (24-360mm 15.0 x zoom)
has image stabilization (Optical)
features tracking focus
sensor resolution low (12MP)
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
lacks phase detect auto focus
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Travel Comparison

Panasonic TS2 Travel photography factors
Samsung HZ35W Travel photography factors
67
weather proof
good MP (14MP)
built-in flash
decently wide (28mm)
lack of Timelapse recording
display is not selfie friendly
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.3)
63
lighter than competitors (245g)
flash built-in
relatively wide (24mm)
long zoom (360mm)
lack of Time Lapse function
sensor resolution low (12MP)
does not contain selfie friendly display
slow max aperture (f3.2)
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Landscape Comparison

Panasonic TS2 Landscape photography details
Samsung HZ35W Landscape photography details
40
decently wide (28mm)
image stabilization (Optical)
good MP (14MP)
weather proof
focusing manually not possible
can't switch lens (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.3)
screen is small (2.7 inches)
manual mode not possible
small sensor (1/2.3")
no RAW files
lack of Timelapse recording
43
has manual focus
relatively wide (24mm)
screen size is good (3")
has image stabilization (Optical)
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
slow max aperture (f3.2)
sensor resolution low (12 megapixels)
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
lacks RAW format
lack of Time Lapse function
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Vlogging Comparison

Vlogging with Panasonic TS2
Vlogging with Samsung HZ35W
28
decently wide (28mm)
image stabilization (Optical)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.3)
display is not selfie friendly
video quality not great (1280 x 720 pxls)
lack of microphone socket
31
relatively wide (24mm)
has image stabilization (Optical)
features face detect focus
lighter than competitors (245g)
slow max aperture (f3.2)
does not contain selfie friendly display
video quality not great (1280 x 720 pxls)
lack of mic jack
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Panasonic TS2 vs Samsung HZ35W Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Panasonic TS2 and Samsung HZ35W
 Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS2Samsung HZ35W
General Information
Make Panasonic Samsung
Model Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS2 Samsung HZ35W
Alternative name Lumix DMC-FT2 WB650
Class Waterproof Small Sensor Superzoom
Revealed 2010-01-26 2010-06-16
Body design Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Processor Venus Engine HD II -
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 area 27.7mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 14MP 12MP
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 4:3 and 16:9
Peak resolution 4320 x 3240 4000 x 3000
Highest native ISO 6400 3200
Lowest native ISO 80 80
RAW photos
Autofocusing
Manual focus
Autofocus touch
Autofocus continuous
Autofocus single
Tracking autofocus
Selective autofocus
Center weighted autofocus
Multi area autofocus
Autofocus live view
Face detect autofocus
Contract detect autofocus
Phase detect autofocus
Number of focus points 11 -
Lens
Lens mounting type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range 28-128mm (4.6x) 24-360mm (15.0x)
Maximal aperture f/3.3-5.9 f/3.2-5.8
Macro focus range 5cm 3cm
Focal length multiplier 5.9 5.8
Screen
Display type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display diagonal 2.7" 3"
Display resolution 230 thousand dot 614 thousand dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch operation
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Minimum shutter speed 60s 16s
Fastest shutter speed 1/1300s 1/2000s
Continuous shutter speed 2.0 frames/s -
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Exposure compensation - Yes
Set white balance
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash range 5.10 m 5.00 m
Flash options Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync
Hot shoe
AE bracketing
White balance bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment
Average
Spot
Partial
AF area
Center weighted
Video features
Supported video resolutions 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 848 x 480 (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)
Highest video resolution 1280x720 1280x720
Video file format AVCHD Lite Motion JPEG
Mic input
Headphone input
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 seal
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 188g (0.41 pounds) 245g (0.54 pounds)
Dimensions 99 x 63 x 24mm (3.9" x 2.5" x 0.9") 107 x 61 x 28mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.1")
DXO scores
DXO Overall 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 model - SLB-11A
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec) Yes (2 or 10 sec, Double, Motion)
Time lapse recording
Storage media SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal
Storage slots 1 1
Retail cost $350 $300