Panasonic TS2 vs Samsung HZ35W
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Panasonic TS2 vs Samsung HZ35W Key Specs
(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
(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

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").

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.

Panasonic TS2 vs Samsung HZ35W Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS2 and Samsung HZ35W. The full galleries are available at Panasonic TS2 Gallery and Samsung HZ35W Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic TS2 over the Samsung HZ35W
TS2 | HZ35W |
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Reasons to pick Samsung HZ35W over the Panasonic TS2
HZ35W | TS2 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | More precise focus | ||
Display sizing | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Display resolution | 614k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper display (+384k dot) |
Common features in the Panasonic TS2 and Samsung HZ35W
TS2 | HZ35W | |||
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Released | January 2010 | ![]() | June 2010 | Same generation |
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | 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.
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.

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

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.

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Panasonic TS2 vs Samsung HZ35W Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS2 | Samsung HZ35W | |
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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 |