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Panasonic ZR3 vs Samsung WB35F

Portability
94
Imaging
36
Features
26
Overall
32
Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZR3 front
 
Samsung WB35F front
Portability
93
Imaging
39
Features
33
Overall
36

Panasonic ZR3 vs Samsung WB35F Key Specs

Panasonic ZR3
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 80 - 6400
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 25-200mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
  • 159g - 98 x 55 x 26mm
  • Revealed January 2010
  • Additionally referred to as Lumix DMC-ZX3
Samsung WB35F
(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
  • Released January 2014
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Panasonic ZR3 vs Samsung WB35F Overview

Following is a comprehensive review of the Panasonic ZR3 versus Samsung WB35F, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by companies Panasonic and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the ZR3 (14MP) and the WB35F (16MP) is relatively close and both cameras have the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

Photography Glossary

The ZR3 was manufactured 5 years earlier than the WB35F which is a fairly serious difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before we go straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a concise highlight of how the ZR3 grades versus the WB35F with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

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Reasons to pick Panasonic ZR3 over the Samsung WB35F

 ZR3 WB35F 

Reasons to pick Samsung WB35F over the Panasonic ZR3

 WB35F ZR3 
ReleasedJanuary 2014January 2010More modern by 48 months
Manual focus Very exact focusing

Common features in the Panasonic ZR3 and Samsung WB35F

 ZR3 WB35F 
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Screen dimensions2.7"2.7"Equal screen measurements
Screen resolution230k230kSame screen resolution
Selfie screen Neither comes with selfie screen
Touch friendly screen Lacking Touch friendly screen

Panasonic ZR3 vs Samsung WB35F Physical Comparison

For anybody who is looking to carry around your camera often, you'll have to take into account its weight and proportions. The Panasonic ZR3 comes with outer dimensions of 98mm x 55mm x 26mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") having a weight of 159 grams (0.35 lbs) and the Samsung WB35F has measurements of 101mm x 61mm x 28mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 194 grams (0.43 lbs).

Check the Panasonic ZR3 versus Samsung WB35F in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you select during that time. Underneath is a front view size comparison of the ZR3 vs the WB35F.

Panasonic ZR3 vs Samsung WB35F size comparison

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the ZR3 and WB35F is 94 and 93 respectively.

Panasonic ZR3 vs Samsung WB35F top view buttons comparison

Panasonic ZR3 vs Samsung WB35F Sensor Comparison

Sometimes, it can be hard to visualize the difference in sensor sizes merely by looking through a spec sheet. The pic below might provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the ZR3 and WB35F.

Clearly, each of the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit different resolution. You can count on the Samsung WB35F to render greater detail due to its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also let you crop shots more aggressively. The more aged ZR3 will be behind in sensor tech.

Panasonic ZR3 vs Samsung WB35F sensor size comparison

Panasonic ZR3 vs Samsung WB35F Screen and ViewFinder

Panasonic ZR3 vs Samsung WB35F Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Panasonic ZR3 Portrait photography information
Samsung WB35F Portrait photography information
28
decent sensor resolution (14MP)
no manual focus
manual exposure not available
cannot use external flash
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
36
you can focus manually
decent sensor resolution (16 megapixels)
lack of manual exposure
no external flash support
sensor is small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
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Street Comparison

Panasonic ZR3 Street photography factors
Samsung WB35F Street photography factors
56
image stabilization (Optical)
no moving screen
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
62
built in image stabilization (Optical)
lighter than competition (194 grams)
no articulating screen
sensor is small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
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Sports Comparison

Panasonic ZR3 as a Sports photography camera
Samsung WB35F as a Sports photography camera
36
image stabilization (Optical)
decent sensor resolution (14 megapixels)
offers tracking focus
max shutter speed is low (1/1,300 seconds)
slow frames per second (2.0 fps)
no shutter priority mode
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
lacks phase detect auto focus
39
built in image stabilization (Optical)
decent sensor resolution (16MP)
no shutter priority
sensor is small (1/2.3")
does not have phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

Panasonic ZR3 as a Travel photography camera
Samsung WB35F as a Travel photography camera
64
decent sensor resolution (14MP)
built-in flash
reasonably wide (25mm)
missing Time Lapse recording
does not offer selfie friendly screen
slow max aperture (f3.3)
70
lighter than competition (194 grams)
decent sensor resolution (16 megapixels)
has built in flash
really wide (24mm)
great zoom (288mm)
doesn't have Timelapse recording
doesn't have a selfie friendly screen
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.1)
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Landscape Comparison

Landscape photography with Panasonic ZR3
Landscape photography with Samsung WB35F
37
reasonably wide (25mm)
image stabilization (Optical)
decent sensor resolution (14MP)
no manual focus
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
slow max aperture (f3.3)
screen is small (2.7 inch)
manual exposure not available
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
missing Time Lapse recording
43
you can focus manually
really wide (24mm)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
decent sensor resolution (16 megapixels)
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.1)
screen is small (2.7 inch)
lack of manual exposure
sensor is small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
doesn't have Timelapse recording
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Vlogging Comparison

Panasonic ZR3 Vlogging advice
Samsung WB35F Vlogging advice
29
reasonably wide (25mm)
image stabilization (Optical)
slow max aperture (f3.3)
does not offer selfie friendly screen
video res low (1280 x 720 pxls)
missing mic support
31
really wide (24mm)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
lighter than competition (194g)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.1)
doesn't have a selfie friendly screen
low quality video (1280 x 720 resolution)
doesn't have external microphone support
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Panasonic ZR3 vs Samsung WB35F Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Panasonic ZR3 and Samsung WB35F
 Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZR3Samsung WB35F
General Information
Make Panasonic Samsung
Model Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZR3 Samsung WB35F
Also called Lumix DMC-ZX3 -
Type Small Sensor Compact Small Sensor Superzoom
Revealed 2010-01-26 2014-01-07
Physical type Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Powered by Venus Engine HD II -
Sensor type CCD CCD
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor measurements 6.08 x 4.56mm 6.17 x 4.55mm
Sensor area 27.7mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 14 megapixels 16 megapixels
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 4:3 and 16:9
Maximum resolution 4320 x 3240 4608 x 3456
Maximum native ISO 6400 3200
Lowest native ISO 80 80
RAW data
Autofocusing
Manual focus
Touch focus
Continuous autofocus
Single autofocus
Autofocus tracking
Autofocus selectice
Center weighted autofocus
Autofocus multi area
Live view autofocus
Face detection autofocus
Contract detection autofocus
Phase detection autofocus
Number of focus points 11 -
Cross focus points - -
Lens
Lens mounting type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range 25-200mm (8.0x) 24-288mm (12.0x)
Largest aperture f/3.3-5.9 f/3.1-6.3
Macro focus distance 3cm -
Crop factor 5.9 5.8
Screen
Screen type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen sizing 2.7" 2.7"
Screen resolution 230k dots 230k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch screen
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Slowest shutter speed 60 secs 8 secs
Maximum shutter speed 1/1300 secs 1/2000 secs
Continuous shooting rate 2.0 frames/s -
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Change white balance
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash range 5.30 m -
Flash options Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro -
External flash
AE bracketing
White balance bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment
Average
Spot
Partial
AF area
Center weighted
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
Maximum video resolution 1280x720 1280x720
Video file format AVCHD Lite -
Microphone support
Headphone support
Connectivity
Wireless None Built-In
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) none
GPS None None
Physical
Environment sealing
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 159 gr (0.35 pounds) 194 gr (0.43 pounds)
Physical dimensions 98 x 55 x 26mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") 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 model - BP70A
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec) -
Time lapse feature
Storage type SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal MicroSD, MicroSDHC, MicroSDXC
Card slots Single Single
Pricing at launch $280 $130