Panasonic ZS15 vs Samsung WB350F
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Panasonic ZS15 vs Samsung WB350F Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-384mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 208g - 105 x 58 x 33mm
- Introduced June 2012
- Also referred to as Lumix DMC-TZ25
- Refreshed by Panasonic ZS20
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- 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 ZS15 vs Samsung WB350F Overview
The following is a comprehensive assessment of the Panasonic ZS15 and Samsung WB350F, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by rivals Panasonic and Samsung. There is a crucial difference between the resolutions of the ZS15 (12MP) and WB350F (16MP) but they possess the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

The ZS15 was manufactured 18 months prior to the WB350F making the cameras a generation away from each other. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before delving in to a in depth comparison, below is a concise summary of how the ZS15 grades vs the WB350F with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Panasonic ZS15 vs Samsung WB350F Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS15 and Samsung WB350F. The entire galleries are viewable at Panasonic ZS15 Gallery and Samsung WB350F Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic ZS15 over the Samsung WB350F
ZS15 | WB350F |
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Reasons to pick Samsung WB350F over the Panasonic ZS15
WB350F | ZS15 | |||
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Announced | January 2014 | ![]() | June 2012 | Newer by 18 months |
Focus manually | ![]() | Dial precise focusing | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Panasonic ZS15 and Samsung WB350F
ZS15 | WB350F | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display sizing | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equivalent display measurements |
Display resolution | 460k | ![]() | 460k | The same display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither offers selfie screen |
Panasonic ZS15 vs Samsung WB350F Physical Comparison
For anybody who is going to travel with your camera frequently, you will want to consider its weight and measurements. The Panasonic ZS15 offers exterior dimensions of 105mm x 58mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") with a weight of 208 grams (0.46 lbs) and the Samsung WB350F has proportions of 114mm x 65mm x 25mm (4.5" x 2.6" x 1.0") along with a weight of 276 grams (0.61 lbs).
Check the Panasonic ZS15 and Samsung WB350F in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you use at that time. The following is the front view scale comparison of the ZS15 vs the WB350F.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the ZS15 and WB350F is 92 and 90 respectively.

Panasonic ZS15 vs Samsung WB350F Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it is difficult to imagine the difference between sensor dimensions merely by reading through a spec sheet. The pic below may give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the ZS15 and WB350F.
As you can see, both of those cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but different resolution. You should anticipate the Samsung WB350F to resolve greater detail due to its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also help you crop photos far more aggressively. The more aged ZS15 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.

Panasonic ZS15 vs Samsung WB350F Screen and ViewFinder


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Panasonic ZS15 vs Samsung WB350F Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS15 | Samsung WB350F | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Panasonic | Samsung |
Model | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS15 | Samsung WB350F |
Also called as | Lumix DMC-TZ25 | - |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Introduced | 2012-06-29 | 2014-01-07 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12MP | 16MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Number of focus points | 23 | - |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 24-384mm (16.0x) | 23-483mm (21.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.3-5.9 | f/2.8-5.9 |
Macro focus range | 3cm | - |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3" | 3" |
Resolution of screen | 460k dot | 460k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 15 secs | 16 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | 2.0fps | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 6.40 m | - |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro | - |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, AVCHD | - |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
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 | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 208 grams (0.46 lbs) | 276 grams (0.61 lbs) |
Dimensions | 105 x 58 x 33mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") | 114 x 65 x 25mm (4.5" x 2.6" x 1.0") |
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 photographs | - |
Battery format | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | - | SLB-10A |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | - |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | MicroSD, MicroSDHC, MicroSDXC |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Price at release | $279 | $260 |