Panasonic ZS30 vs Samsung WB350F
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90 Imaging
40 Features
46 Overall
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Panasonic ZS30 vs Samsung WB350F Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 18MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-480mm (F3.3-6.4) lens
- 198g - 105 x 59 x 28mm
- Announced January 2013
- Other Name is Lumix DMC-TZ40
- Replaced the Panasonic ZS25
- Later Model is Panasonic ZS35
(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 ZS30 vs Samsung WB350F Overview
The following is a thorough analysis of the Panasonic ZS30 and Samsung WB350F, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by competitors Panasonic and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the ZS30 (18MP) and the WB350F (16MP) is fairly comparable and both cameras provide the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

The ZS30 was revealed 12 months earlier than the WB350F and they are of a similar age. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before we go straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a short summation of how the ZS30 scores against the WB350F with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Panasonic ZS30 vs Samsung WB350F Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS30 & Samsung WB350F. The full galleries are viewable at Panasonic ZS30 Gallery & Samsung WB350F Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic ZS30 over the Samsung WB350F
ZS30 | WB350F | |||
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Display resolution | 920k | ![]() | 460k | Clearer display (+460k dot) |
Reasons to pick Samsung WB350F over the Panasonic ZS30
WB350F | ZS30 | |||
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Announced | January 2014 | ![]() | January 2013 | Newer by 12 months |
Manually focus | ![]() | Dial exact focus |
Common features in the Panasonic ZS30 and Samsung WB350F
ZS30 | WB350F | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display size | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Same display sizing |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither includes selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Panasonic ZS30 vs Samsung WB350F Physical Comparison
In case you're intending to travel with your camera regularly, you should take into account its weight and measurements. The Panasonic ZS30 features exterior dimensions of 105mm x 59mm x 28mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") with a weight of 198 grams (0.44 lbs) and the Samsung WB350F has proportions of 114mm x 65mm x 25mm (4.5" x 2.6" x 1.0") accompanied by a weight of 276 grams (0.61 lbs).
Check the Panasonic ZS30 and Samsung WB350F in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember that, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you have during that time. Below is a front view dimensions comparison of the ZS30 versus the WB350F.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the ZS30 and WB350F is 92 and 90 respectively.

Panasonic ZS30 vs Samsung WB350F Sensor Comparison
Normally, its tough to envision the contrast in sensor dimensions simply by checking out specs. The picture here might give you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the ZS30 and WB350F.
All in all, each of these cameras come with the identical sensor size but not the same megapixels. You can anticipate the Panasonic ZS30 to provide extra detail because of its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also help you crop images a good deal more aggressively. The more aged ZS30 will be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.

Panasonic ZS30 vs Samsung WB350F Screen and ViewFinder


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Panasonic ZS30 vs Samsung WB350F Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS30 | Samsung WB350F | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Panasonic | Samsung |
Model | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS30 | Samsung WB350F |
Alternate name | Lumix DMC-TZ40 | - |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Announced | 2013-01-07 | 2014-01-07 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 18MP | 16MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 |
Maximum resolution | 4896 x 3672 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
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 | 23 | - |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 24-480mm (20.0x) | 23-483mm (21.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.3-6.4 | f/2.8-5.9 |
Macro focus distance | 3cm | - |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of screen | 920k dot | 460k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 15 seconds | 16 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/1200 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | 10.0 frames/s | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 6.40 m | - |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro | - |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance 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), 320 x 240 (220 fps) | 1920 x 1080 |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, AVCHD | - |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | BuiltIn | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 198g (0.44 pounds) | 276g (0.61 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 105 x 59 x 28mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") | 114 x 65 x 25mm (4.5" x 2.6" x 1.0") |
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 life | 260 images | - |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | - | SLB-10A |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | - |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | MicroSD, MicroSDHC, MicroSDXC |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Launch cost | $250 | $260 |