Panasonic ZR1 vs Samsung TL350
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Panasonic ZR1 vs Samsung TL350 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
- Introduced July 2009
- Also referred to as Lumix DMC-ZX1
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-120mm (F2.4-5.8) lens
- 195g - 100 x 59 x 22mm
- Revealed February 2010
- Alternative Name is WB2000

Panasonic ZR1 vs Samsung TL350 Overview
In this article, we will be reviewing the Panasonic ZR1 versus Samsung TL350, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by manufacturers Panasonic and Samsung. The image resolution of the ZR1 (12MP) and the TL350 (10MP) is relatively close and they possess the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

The ZR1 was announced 6 months prior to the TL350 which means that they are of a similar age. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before getting straight into a step-by-step comparison, below is a short synopsis of how the ZR1 matches up versus the TL350 for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Panasonic ZR1 vs Samsung TL350 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZR1 & Samsung TL350. The whole galleries are provided at Panasonic ZR1 Gallery & Samsung TL350 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic ZR1 over the Samsung TL350
ZR1 | TL350 |
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Reasons to pick Samsung TL350 over the Panasonic ZR1
TL350 | ZR1 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Very exact focus | ||
Screen sizing | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Screen resolution | 920k | ![]() | 230k | Sharper screen (+690k dot) |
Common features in the Panasonic ZR1 and Samsung TL350
ZR1 | TL350 | |||
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Revealed | July 2009 | ![]() | February 2010 | Same age |
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither has selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Neither has Touch screen |
Panasonic ZR1 vs Samsung TL350 Physical Comparison
When you are planning to travel with your camera frequently, you're going to have to consider its weight and size. The Panasonic ZR1 has exterior dimensions of 98mm x 55mm x 26mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") along with a weight of 158 grams (0.35 lbs) and the Samsung TL350 has specifications of 100mm x 59mm x 22mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.9") with a weight of 195 grams (0.43 lbs).
Look at the Panasonic ZR1 versus Samsung TL350 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are working with at the time. Here is the front view dimensions comparison of the ZR1 versus the TL350.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the ZR1 and TL350 is 94 and 94 respectively.

Panasonic ZR1 vs Samsung TL350 Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it is very tough to envision the difference in sensor dimensions simply by looking through specifications. The picture below will offer you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the ZR1 and TL350.
Plainly, each of these cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same megapixels. You can count on the Panasonic ZR1 to result in more detail with its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop photographs a little more aggressively.

Panasonic ZR1 vs Samsung TL350 Screen and ViewFinder


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Panasonic ZR1 vs Samsung TL350 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZR1 | Samsung TL350 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Panasonic | Samsung |
Model | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZR1 | Samsung TL350 |
Also Known as | Lumix DMC-ZX1 | WB2000 |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Introduced | 2009-07-27 | 2010-02-20 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | Venus Engine V | - |
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 27.7mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12MP | 10MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 3648 x 2736 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
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 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 25-200mm (8.0x) | 24-120mm (5.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.3-5.9 | f/2.4-5.8 |
Macro focus range | 3cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 2.7 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of display | 230k dot | 920k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 60s | 16s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shutter speed | 2.0 frames per sec | 10.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 5.10 m | 5.20 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, Slow syncro, Manual |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 608 x 342 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps), 138 x 78 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | H.264 |
Microphone 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 | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 158g (0.35 pounds) | 195g (0.43 pounds) |
Dimensions | 98 x 55 x 26mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") | 100 x 59 x 22mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.9") |
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 (10 sec, 2 sec, Double, Motion) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC, internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Retail cost | $280 | $400 |