Panasonic TS3 vs Samsung WB35F
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Panasonic TS3 vs Samsung WB35F Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-128mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 197g - 103 x 64 x 27mm
- Released August 2011
- Other Name is Lumix DMC-FT3
- Superseded the Panasonic TS2
- Newer Model is Panasonic TS4
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-288mm (F3.1-6.3) lens
- 194g - 101 x 61 x 28mm
- Launched January 2014
Panasonic TS3 vs Samsung WB35F Overview
Below, we will be reviewing the Panasonic TS3 vs Samsung WB35F, one is a Waterproof and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by competitors Panasonic and Samsung. There exists a big gap among the resolutions of the TS3 (12MP) and WB35F (16MP) but they feature the exact same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").
Photography GlossaryThe TS3 was announced 3 years prior to the WB35F which is a fairly big gap as far as camera technology is concerned. The two cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before going through a more detailed comparison, below is a short highlight of how the TS3 grades versus the WB35F in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Panasonic TS3 vs Samsung WB35F Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS3 and Samsung WB35F. The whole galleries are available at Panasonic TS3 Gallery and Samsung WB35F Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic TS3 over the Samsung WB35F
TS3 | WB35F |
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Reasons to pick Samsung WB35F over the Panasonic TS3
WB35F | TS3 | |||
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Launched | January 2014 | August 2011 | Newer by 29 months | |
Focus manually | Dial exact focus |
Common features in the Panasonic TS3 and Samsung WB35F
TS3 | WB35F | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen dimension | 2.7" | 2.7" | Identical screen sizing | |
Screen resolution | 230k | 230k | The same screen resolution | |
Selfie screen | Neither offers selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly screen | Neither offers Touch friendly screen |
Panasonic TS3 vs Samsung WB35F Physical Comparison
When you are planning to travel with your camera often, you are going to need to think about its weight and size. The Panasonic TS3 offers external measurements of 103mm x 64mm x 27mm (4.1" x 2.5" x 1.1") having a weight of 197 grams (0.43 lbs) and the Samsung WB35F has specifications of 101mm x 61mm x 28mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 1.1") and a weight of 194 grams (0.43 lbs).
Take a look at the Panasonic TS3 vs Samsung WB35F in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you use during that time. Underneath is the front view overall size comparison of the TS3 compared to the WB35F.
Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the TS3 and WB35F is 92 and 93 respectively.
Panasonic TS3 vs Samsung WB35F Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it is very difficult to envision the contrast in sensor dimensions only by checking out specs. The pic below will offer you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the TS3 and WB35F.
All in all, both of the cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same resolution. You should count on the Samsung WB35F to produce greater detail with its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will allow you to crop shots somewhat more aggressively. The more aged TS3 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.
Panasonic TS3 vs Samsung WB35F Screen and ViewFinder
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Panasonic TS3 vs Samsung WB35F Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS3 | Samsung WB35F | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Panasonic | Samsung |
Model | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS3 | Samsung WB35F |
Alternate name | Lumix DMC-FT3 | - |
Category | Waterproof | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Released | 2011-08-16 | 2014-01-07 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | Venus Engine FHD | - |
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 | 12 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4608 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Number of focus points | 11 | - |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-128mm (4.6x) | 24-288mm (12.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.3-5.9 | f/3.1-6.3 |
Macro focus distance | 5cm | - |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 2.7 inches | 2.7 inches |
Display resolution | 230 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Display technology | TFT LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 60 seconds | 8 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/1300 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shooting rate | 4.0fps | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 5.60 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 | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video format | MPEG-4, AVCHD | - |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | none |
GPS | BuiltIn | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 197 gr (0.43 lb) | 194 gr (0.43 lb) |
Dimensions | 103 x 64 x 27mm (4.1" x 2.5" x 1.1") | 101 x 61 x 28mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 life | 310 shots | - |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | - | BP70A |
Self timer | Yes | - |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | MicroSD, MicroSDHC, MicroSDXC |
Card slots | One | One |
Retail cost | $380 | $130 |