Panasonic ZR1 vs Samsung HZ35W
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Panasonic ZR1 vs Samsung HZ35W Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-200mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 158g - 98 x 55 x 26mm
- Launched July 2009
- Also referred to as Lumix DMC-ZX1
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-360mm (F3.2-5.8) lens
- 245g - 107 x 61 x 28mm
- Revealed June 2010
- Other Name is WB650

Panasonic ZR1 vs Samsung HZ35W Overview
On this page, we will be contrasting the Panasonic ZR1 and Samsung HZ35W, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands Panasonic and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the ZR1 (12MP) and the HZ35W (12MP) is relatively similar and both cameras provide the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

The ZR1 was launched 10 months earlier than the HZ35W so they are of a similar generation. Both the cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before going straight to a thorough comparison, here is a quick view of how the ZR1 scores vs the HZ35W in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Panasonic ZR1 vs Samsung HZ35W Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZR1 and Samsung HZ35W. The complete galleries are provided at Panasonic ZR1 Gallery and Samsung HZ35W Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic ZR1 over the Samsung HZ35W
ZR1 | HZ35W |
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Reasons to pick Samsung HZ35W over the Panasonic ZR1
HZ35W | ZR1 | |||
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Revealed | June 2010 | ![]() | July 2009 | More modern by 10 months |
Focus manually | ![]() | More exact focusing | ||
Screen dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Screen resolution | 614k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer screen (+384k dot) |
Common features in the Panasonic ZR1 and Samsung HZ35W
ZR1 | HZ35W | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Missing selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Missing Touch screen |
Panasonic ZR1 vs Samsung HZ35W Physical Comparison
If you're planning to carry around your camera, you're going to have to factor in its weight and size. The Panasonic ZR1 has physical measurements of 98mm x 55mm x 26mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") accompanied by a weight of 158 grams (0.35 lbs) whilst 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).
Check the Panasonic ZR1 and Samsung HZ35W in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are utilizing at that time. Following is a front view measurement comparison of the ZR1 compared to the HZ35W.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the ZR1 and HZ35W is 94 and 91 respectively.

Panasonic ZR1 vs Samsung HZ35W Sensor Comparison
Typically, it is very tough to visualise the gap between sensor sizes purely by reviewing specifications. The picture here may give you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the ZR1 and HZ35W.
To sum up, each of these cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the same MP so you should expect similar quality of pictures though you would want to factor the production date of the products into consideration. The more aged ZR1 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.

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Panasonic ZR1 vs Samsung HZ35W Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZR1 | Samsung HZ35W | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Panasonic | Samsung |
Model | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZR1 | Samsung HZ35W |
Also referred to as | Lumix DMC-ZX1 | WB650 |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Launched | 2009-07-27 | 2010-06-16 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | Venus Engine V | - |
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 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4000 x 3000 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch to focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Number of focus points | 11 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 25-200mm (8.0x) | 24-360mm (15.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.3-5.9 | f/3.2-5.8 |
Macro focus distance | 3cm | 3cm |
Crop factor | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 2.7 inch | 3 inch |
Display resolution | 230k dot | 614k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 60s | 16s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shooting speed | 2.0 frames per sec | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 5.10 m | 5.00 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | 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), 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) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
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 | 158 grams (0.35 lbs) | 245 grams (0.54 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 98 x 55 x 26mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") | 107 x 61 x 28mm (4.2" 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 model | - | SLB-11A |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Double, Motion) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Retail price | $280 | $300 |