Panasonic ZS35 vs Samsung HZ35W

Here is a thorough overview of the Panasonic ZS35 vs Samsung HZ35W, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by rivals Panasonic and Samsung. There is a crucial difference among the image resolutions of the ZS35 (16MP) and HZ35W (12MP) but they feature the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The ZS35 was launched 3 years later than the HZ35W and that is a fairly serious gap as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before going in to a complete comparison, below is a short overview of how the ZS35 scores against the HZ35W with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS35 and Samsung HZ35W. The complete galleries are available at Panasonic ZS35 Gallery and Samsung HZ35W Gallery.

For anybody who is looking to carry your camera, you're going to have to factor in its weight and proportions. The Panasonic ZS35 has external measurements of 107mm x 62mm x 32mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.3") with a weight of 305 grams (0.67 lbs) while the Samsung HZ35W has measurements of 107mm x 61mm x 28mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.1") having a weight of 245 grams (0.54 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you have during that time. Below is the front view measurement comparison of the ZS35 against the HZ35W.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the ZS35 and HZ35W is 89 and 91 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is very hard to see the contrast in sensor sizing merely by viewing specs. The photograph below will offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the ZS35 and HZ35W.

All in all, each of these cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same megapixels. You should expect the Panasonic ZS35 to result in greater detail utilizing its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also let you crop photographs far more aggressively. The more modern ZS35 is going to have a benefit in sensor technology.