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Panasonic ZS35 vs Samsung Galaxy NX

Portability
89
Imaging
40
Features
50
Overall
44
Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS35 front
 
Samsung Galaxy NX front
Portability
82
Imaging
63
Features
76
Overall
68

Panasonic ZS35 vs Samsung Galaxy NX Key Specs

Panasonic ZS35
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Tilting Screen
  • ISO 100 - 3200 (Increase to 6400)
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • 24-480mm (F3.3-6.4) lens
  • 305g - 107 x 62 x 32mm
  • Introduced January 2014
  • Also Known as Lumix DMC-TZ55
  • Succeeded the Panasonic ZS30
  • Refreshed by Panasonic ZS40
Samsung Galaxy NX
(Full Review)
  • 20MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 4.8" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 100 - 25600
  • 1/6000s Maximum Shutter
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • Samsung NX Mount
  • 495g - 137 x 101 x 26mm
  • Launched June 2013
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Panasonic ZS35 vs Samsung Galaxy NX Overview

Following is a in-depth overview of the Panasonic ZS35 vs Samsung Galaxy NX, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by brands Panasonic and Samsung. The resolution of the ZS35 (16MP) and the Galaxy NX (20MP) is pretty close but the ZS35 (1/2.3") and Galaxy NX (APS-C) possess totally different sensor dimensions.

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The ZS35 was brought out 7 months after the Galaxy NX which means that they are of a similar age. Both cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic ZS35 being a Compact camera and the Samsung Galaxy NX being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before getting in to a comprehensive comparison, below is a quick introduction of how the ZS35 scores versus the Galaxy NX in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

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Reasons to pick Panasonic ZS35 over the Samsung Galaxy NX

 ZS35 Galaxy NX 
LaunchedJanuary 2014June 2013More modern by 7 months
Screen typeTiltingFixed Tilting screen

Reasons to pick Samsung Galaxy NX over the Panasonic ZS35

 Galaxy NX ZS35 
Manual focus Dial exact focusing
Screen sizing4.8"3"Bigger screen (+1.8")
Screen resolution922k460kClearer screen (+462k dot)
Touch screen Quickly navigate

Common features in the Panasonic ZS35 and Samsung Galaxy NX

 ZS35 Galaxy NX 
Selfie screen Absent selfie screen

Panasonic ZS35 vs Samsung Galaxy NX Physical Comparison

For those who are planning to carry around your camera, you will want to think about its weight and size. The Panasonic ZS35 enjoys physical measurements of 107mm x 62mm x 32mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.3") and a weight of 305 grams (0.67 lbs) while the Samsung Galaxy NX has specifications of 137mm x 101mm x 26mm (5.4" x 4.0" x 1.0") having a weight of 495 grams (1.09 lbs).

Examine the Panasonic ZS35 vs Samsung Galaxy NX in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Remember that, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you choose at that time. Underneath is the front view over all size comparison of the ZS35 versus the Galaxy NX.

Panasonic ZS35 vs Samsung Galaxy NX size comparison

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the ZS35 and Galaxy NX is 89 and 82 respectively.

Panasonic ZS35 vs Samsung Galaxy NX top view buttons comparison

Panasonic ZS35 vs Samsung Galaxy NX Sensor Comparison

Oftentimes, it can be difficult to visualise the difference in sensor sizes simply by looking through technical specs. The pic here will help offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the ZS35 and Galaxy NX.

As you can tell, the 2 cameras offer different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The ZS35 featuring a smaller sensor will make shooting bokeh trickier and the Samsung Galaxy NX will provide you with greater detail having its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will let you crop photographs a little more aggressively. The younger ZS35 is going to have a benefit with regard to sensor technology.

Panasonic ZS35 vs Samsung Galaxy NX sensor size comparison

Panasonic ZS35 vs Samsung Galaxy NX Screen and ViewFinder

Panasonic ZS35 vs Samsung Galaxy NX Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Panasonic ZS35 Portrait photography factors
Samsung Galaxy NX Portrait photography factors
37
decent MP (16MP)
includes face detect focus
focusing manually not possible
cannot use external flash
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
77
focusing manually
megapixel count decent (20MP)
nice sensor size (APS-C)
offers face detect focus
supports RAW formats
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Street Comparison

Panasonic ZS35 Street photography info
Samsung Galaxy NX Street photography info
68
screen tilts
built in image stabilization (Optical)
lighter than others in class (305g)
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
69
nice sensor size (APS-C)
supports RAW formats
boasts focus via touch
very good ISO range (25,600)
no articulating screen
no image stabilization
more heavy than competition in class (495g)
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Sports Comparison

Panasonic ZS35 Sports photography info
Samsung Galaxy NX Sports photography info
53
excellent zoom range (24-480mm 20.0 x zoom)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
decent MP (16 megapixels)
includes tracking focus
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
lacks phase detect auto focus
73
maximum shutter speed is high (1/6,000s)
megapixel count decent (20 megapixels)
nice sensor size (APS-C)
better than average battery pack (440 per charge)
sensor has phase detect auto focus
no image stabilization
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Travel Comparison

Panasonic ZS35 as a Travel photography camera
Samsung Galaxy NX as a Travel photography camera
68
lighter than others in class (305g)
decent MP (16MP)
built-in flash
really wide (24mm)
very long zoom (480mm)
no Timelapse mode
screen isn't selfie friendly
slow max aperture (f3.3)
68
better than average battery pack (440 per charge)
boasts focus via touch
megapixel count decent (20 megapixels)
built-in flash
no Timelapse recording
more heavy than competition in class (495 grams)
screen is not selfie friendly
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Landscape Comparison

Landscape photography with Panasonic ZS35
Landscape photography with Samsung Galaxy NX
44
really wide (24mm)
screen is a decent size (3")
built in image stabilization (Optical)
decent MP (16MP)
focusing manually not possible
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
slow max aperture (f3.3)
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
no Timelapse mode
73
focusing manually
swap lenses (Samsung NX mount)
lovely big screen (4.8 inch)
megapixel count decent (20 megapixels)
nice sensor size (APS-C)
very good ISO range (25,600)
supports RAW formats
better than average battery pack (440 CIPA)
no image stabilization
no Timelapse recording
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Vlogging Comparison

Panasonic ZS35 Vlogging advice
Samsung Galaxy NX Vlogging advice
34
really wide (24mm)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
includes face detect focus
video resolution high (1920 x 1080 pixels)
lighter than others in class (305 grams)
slow max aperture (f3.3)
screen isn't selfie friendly
no microphone support
34
built-in touchscreen
offers face detect focus
video resolution high (1920 x 1080 pixels)
includes microphone port
screen is not selfie friendly
no image stabilization
more heavy than competition in class (495g)
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Panasonic ZS35 vs Samsung Galaxy NX Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Panasonic ZS35 and Samsung Galaxy NX
 Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS35Samsung Galaxy NX
General Information
Company Panasonic Samsung
Model type Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS35 Samsung Galaxy NX
Other name Lumix DMC-TZ55 -
Class Small Sensor Superzoom Entry-Level Mirrorless
Introduced 2014-01-06 2013-06-20
Body design Compact SLR-style mirrorless
Sensor Information
Processor Chip - DRIMe IV
Sensor type CMOS CMOS
Sensor size 1/2.3" APS-C
Sensor measurements 6.08 x 4.56mm 23.5 x 15.7mm
Sensor surface area 27.7mm² 369.0mm²
Sensor resolution 16 megapixels 20 megapixels
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9
Max resolution 4608 x 3456 5472 x 3648
Max native ISO 3200 25600
Max enhanced ISO 6400 -
Lowest native ISO 100 100
RAW format
Autofocusing
Manual focusing
Autofocus touch
Continuous autofocus
Single autofocus
Autofocus tracking
Selective autofocus
Autofocus center weighted
Autofocus multi area
Autofocus live view
Face detection autofocus
Contract detection autofocus
Phase detection autofocus
Total focus points 21 -
Lens
Lens support fixed lens Samsung NX
Lens zoom range 24-480mm (20.0x) -
Maximum aperture f/3.3-6.4 -
Macro focusing range 3cm -
Total lenses - 32
Crop factor 5.9 1.5
Screen
Range of screen Tilting Fixed Type
Screen size 3 inches 4.8 inches
Resolution of screen 460k dot 922k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch screen
Screen tech TFT LCD (180 degree tilt) with AR coating HD TFT LCD
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None Electronic
Features
Min shutter speed 4 seconds 30 seconds
Max shutter speed 1/2000 seconds 1/6000 seconds
Continuous shutter speed 10.0 frames per sec 9.0 frames per sec
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Exposure compensation Yes Yes
Custom white balance
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash distance 6.00 m -
Flash modes Auto, Auto/Red-eye Reduction, Forced On, Slow Sync./Red-eye Reduction, Forced Off Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, 1st/2nd Curtain, Smart Flash, Manual
Hot shoe
Auto exposure bracketing
White balance bracketing
Max flash sync - 1/180 seconds
Exposure
Multisegment metering
Average metering
Spot metering
Partial metering
AF area metering
Center weighted metering
Video features
Supported video resolutions 1920 x 1080 (30p), 1280 x 720 (30p), 640 x 480 (30p) 1920 x 1080, 1280 x 720, 640 x 480, 320 x 240
Max video resolution 1920x1080 1920x1080
Video format MPEG-4 MPEG-4, H.264
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 None BuiltIn
Physical
Environment seal
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 305 gr (0.67 lbs) 495 gr (1.09 lbs)
Dimensions 107 x 62 x 32mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.3") 137 x 101 x 26mm (5.4" x 4.0" x 1.0")
DXO scores
DXO Overall 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 life - 440 images
Battery form - Battery Pack
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec) Yes (2 sec to 30 sec)
Time lapse shooting
Storage media SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal SD/SDHC/SDXC
Storage slots 1 1
Pricing at release $300 $1,300