Panasonic XS1 vs Samsung HZ35W
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Panasonic XS1 vs Samsung HZ35W Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-120mm (F2.8-6.9) lens
- 103g - 94 x 54 x 14mm
- Launched January 2013
(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
- Introduced June 2010
- Also Known as WB650

Panasonic XS1 vs Samsung HZ35W Overview
Here, we are reviewing the Panasonic XS1 vs Samsung HZ35W, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by manufacturers Panasonic and Samsung. There is a considerable difference among the sensor resolutions of the XS1 (16MP) and HZ35W (12MP) but both cameras posses the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The XS1 was launched 2 years later than the HZ35W and that is a fairly large difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before we go into a full comparison, here is a concise overview of how the XS1 matches up against the HZ35W with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Panasonic XS1 vs Samsung HZ35W Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-XS1 & Samsung HZ35W. The complete galleries are viewable at Panasonic XS1 Gallery & Samsung HZ35W Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic XS1 over the Samsung HZ35W
XS1 | HZ35W | |||
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Introduced | January 2013 | ![]() | June 2010 | Fresher by 32 months |
Reasons to pick Samsung HZ35W over the Panasonic XS1
HZ35W | XS1 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | More accurate focusing | ||
Display size | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Display resolution | 614k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper display (+384k dot) |
Common features in the Panasonic XS1 and Samsung HZ35W
XS1 | HZ35W | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lacking selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Lacking Touch display |
Panasonic XS1 vs Samsung HZ35W Physical Comparison
When you are looking to carry your camera, you're going to have to take into account its weight and size. The Panasonic XS1 enjoys outside dimensions of 94mm x 54mm x 14mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.6") and a weight of 103 grams (0.23 lbs) while the Samsung HZ35W has specifications of 107mm x 61mm x 28mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.1") having a weight of 245 grams (0.54 lbs).
Analyze the Panasonic XS1 vs Samsung HZ35W in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you select at that moment. Following is a front view over all size comparison of the XS1 compared to the HZ35W.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the XS1 and HZ35W is 97 and 91 respectively.

Panasonic XS1 vs Samsung HZ35W Sensor Comparison
Generally, it can be tough to see the difference in sensor sizing merely by viewing technical specs. The visual here will help give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the XS1 and HZ35W.
As you have seen, both the cameras come with the identical sensor size but not the same resolution. You can expect to see the Panasonic XS1 to result in extra detail utilizing its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will let you crop photos a good deal more aggressively. The newer XS1 will have an advantage with regard to sensor tech.

Panasonic XS1 vs Samsung HZ35W Screen and ViewFinder


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Panasonic XS1 vs Samsung HZ35W Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-XS1 | Samsung HZ35W | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Panasonic | Samsung |
Model | Panasonic Lumix DMC-XS1 | Samsung HZ35W |
Also Known as | - | WB650 |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Launched | 2013-01-07 | 2010-06-16 |
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 area | 27.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16MP | 12MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4000 x 3000 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 24-120mm (5.0x) | 24-360mm (15.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/2.8-6.9 | f/3.2-5.8 |
Macro focus range | 5cm | 3cm |
Crop factor | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 2.7 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of display | 230 thousand dot | 614 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Display technology | TFT LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 60 secs | 16 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/1600 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | 1.0 frames per sec | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 4.40 m | 5.00 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
AE 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 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (60, 30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | 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 | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 103 gr (0.23 lb) | 245 gr (0.54 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 94 x 54 x 14mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.6") | 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 life | 260 shots | - |
Battery format | Battery Pack | - |
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 | One | One |
Retail pricing | $130 | $300 |