Panasonic ZR3 vs Samsung WB350F
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Panasonic ZR3 vs Samsung WB350F Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 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
- 159g - 98 x 55 x 26mm
- Released January 2010
- Additionally Known as Lumix DMC-ZX3
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 23-483mm (F2.8-5.9) lens
- 276g - 114 x 65 x 25mm
- Announced January 2014

Panasonic ZR3 vs Samsung WB350F Overview
Below, we will be contrasting the Panasonic ZR3 vs Samsung WB350F, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by manufacturers Panasonic and Samsung. The resolution of the ZR3 (14MP) and the WB350F (16MP) is pretty comparable and they enjoy the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").

The ZR3 was brought out 5 years before the WB350F which is a fairly big gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before we go straight into a complete comparison, below is a brief summary of how the ZR3 grades against the WB350F with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Panasonic ZR3 vs Samsung WB350F Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZR3 and Samsung WB350F. The entire galleries are viewable at Panasonic ZR3 Gallery and Samsung WB350F Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic ZR3 over the Samsung WB350F
ZR3 | WB350F |
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Reasons to pick Samsung WB350F over the Panasonic ZR3
WB350F | ZR3 | |||
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Announced | January 2014 | ![]() | January 2010 | More modern by 48 months |
Focus manually | ![]() | Very exact focusing | ||
Screen dimension | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Screen resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer screen (+230k dot) |
Touch screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Panasonic ZR3 and Samsung WB350F
ZR3 | WB350F | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither contains selfie screen |
Panasonic ZR3 vs Samsung WB350F Physical Comparison
For those who are aiming to carry around your camera often, you have to think about its weight and volume. The Panasonic ZR3 has got exterior measurements of 98mm x 55mm x 26mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") with a weight of 159 grams (0.35 lbs) while the Samsung WB350F has sizing of 114mm x 65mm x 25mm (4.5" x 2.6" x 1.0") and a weight of 276 grams (0.61 lbs).
Take a look at the Panasonic ZR3 vs Samsung WB350F in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you select during that time. Here is the front view physical size comparison of the ZR3 against the WB350F.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the ZR3 and WB350F is 94 and 90 respectively.

Panasonic ZR3 vs Samsung WB350F Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it is difficult to see the gap in sensor sizes only by checking out specifications. The image underneath may give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the ZR3 and WB350F.
To sum up, both of the cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same MP. You should expect the Samsung WB350F to produce more detail having its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also let you crop photographs somewhat more aggressively. The more aged ZR3 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.

Panasonic ZR3 vs Samsung WB350F Screen and ViewFinder


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Panasonic ZR3 vs Samsung WB350F Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZR3 | Samsung WB350F | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Panasonic | Samsung |
Model type | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZR3 | Samsung WB350F |
Other name | Lumix DMC-ZX3 | - |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Released | 2010-01-26 | 2014-01-07 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | Venus Engine HD II | - |
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 27.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 |
Highest resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4608 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Total focus points | 11 | - |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 25-200mm (8.0x) | 23-483mm (21.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.3-5.9 | f/2.8-5.9 |
Macro focusing distance | 3cm | - |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 2.7" | 3" |
Display resolution | 230 thousand dots | 460 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 60 seconds | 16 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/1300 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shooting rate | 2.0 frames per sec | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 5.30 m | - |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro | - |
Hot shoe | ||
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), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | AVCHD Lite | - |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 159 grams (0.35 lbs) | 276 grams (0.61 lbs) |
Dimensions | 98 x 55 x 26mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") | 114 x 65 x 25mm (4.5" x 2.6" x 1.0") |
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 ID | - | SLB-10A |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | - |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | MicroSD, MicroSDHC, MicroSDXC |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Price at launch | $280 | $260 |