Panasonic TS20 vs Samsung WB35F
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Panasonic TS20 vs Samsung WB35F Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-100mm (F3.9-5.7) lens
- 142g - 101 x 58 x 19mm
- Revealed January 2012
- Also Known as Lumix DMC-FT20
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-288mm (F3.1-6.3) lens
- 194g - 101 x 61 x 28mm
- Revealed January 2014
Panasonic TS20 vs Samsung WB35F Overview
On this page, we are analyzing the Panasonic TS20 versus Samsung WB35F, one being a Waterproof and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals Panasonic and Samsung. The image resolution of the TS20 (16MP) and the WB35F (16MP) is very similar and both cameras offer the same sensor size (1/2.3").
Photography GlossaryThe TS20 was unveiled 23 months earlier than the WB35F making them a generation apart from one another. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before going straight to a full comparison, here is a quick highlight of how the TS20 matches up vs the WB35F for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Panasonic TS20 vs Samsung WB35F Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS20 and Samsung WB35F. The full galleries are provided at Panasonic TS20 Gallery and Samsung WB35F Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic TS20 over the Samsung WB35F
TS20 | WB35F |
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Reasons to pick Samsung WB35F over the Panasonic TS20
WB35F | TS20 | |||
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Revealed | January 2014 | January 2012 | Fresher by 23 months | |
Focus manually | Dial precise focus |
Common features in the Panasonic TS20 and Samsung WB35F
TS20 | WB35F | |||
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Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display dimensions | 2.7" | 2.7" | Equal display size | |
Display resolution | 230k | 230k | Exact same display resolution | |
Selfie screen | Neither provides selfie screen | |||
Touch display | Neither provides Touch display |
Panasonic TS20 vs Samsung WB35F Physical Comparison
If you are going to carry your camera, you should take into account its weight and measurements. The Panasonic TS20 provides physical dimensions of 101mm x 58mm x 19mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.7") having a weight of 142 grams (0.31 lbs) while the Samsung WB35F has proportions of 101mm x 61mm x 28mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 1.1") having a weight of 194 grams (0.43 lbs).
See the Panasonic TS20 versus Samsung WB35F in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you have at that moment. The following is a front view measurements comparison of the TS20 against the WB35F.
Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the TS20 and WB35F is 95 and 93 respectively.
Panasonic TS20 vs Samsung WB35F Sensor Comparison
Normally, it can be difficult to envision the difference between sensor sizing purely by reading specifications. The photograph here should give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the TS20 and WB35F.
To sum up, both of the cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the identical resolution and you should expect similar quality of images although you might want to factor the production date of the products into consideration. The older TS20 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.
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Panasonic TS20 vs Samsung WB35F Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS20 | Samsung WB35F | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Panasonic | Samsung |
Model type | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS20 | Samsung WB35F |
Alternate name | Lumix DMC-FT20 | - |
Category | Waterproof | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Revealed | 2012-01-31 | 2014-01-07 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
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 surface area | 27.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16MP | 16MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Total focus points | 23 | - |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 25-100mm (4.0x) | 24-288mm (12.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.9-5.7 | f/3.1-6.3 |
Macro focusing distance | 5cm | - |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 2.7" | 2.7" |
Screen resolution | 230 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Screen technology | TFT LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 8 secs | 8 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/1300 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | 1.0 frames/s | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 4.40 m | - |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro | - |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | MPEG-4 | - |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | none |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 142 grams (0.31 lbs) | 194 grams (0.43 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 101 x 58 x 19mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.7") | 101 x 61 x 28mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 1.1") |
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 shots | - |
Battery format | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | - | BP70A |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | - |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | MicroSD, MicroSDHC, MicroSDXC |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Pricing at launch | $179 | $130 |