Panasonic ZS35 vs Samsung HZ50W

Let's look a bit more in depth at the Panasonic ZS35 versus Samsung HZ50W, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by competitors Panasonic and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the ZS35 (16MP) and the HZ50W (14MP) is relatively comparable and they use the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The ZS35 was brought out 3 years after the HZ50W which is a fairly large gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of the cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic ZS35 being a Compact camera and the Samsung HZ50W being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before delving straight into a thorough comparison, below is a brief introduction of how the ZS35 grades vs the HZ50W in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS35 and Samsung HZ50W. The entire galleries are provided at Panasonic ZS35 Gallery and Samsung HZ50W Gallery.

For those who are aiming to carry around your camera often, you'll have to consider its weight and size. The Panasonic ZS35 offers outside measurements of 107mm x 62mm x 32mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.3") having a weight of 305 grams (0.67 lbs) while the Samsung HZ50W has specifications of 116mm x 83mm x 91mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 3.6") having a weight of 426 grams (0.94 lbs).

Look at the Panasonic ZS35 versus Samsung HZ50W in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are utilizing at that time. The following is the front view overall size comparison of the ZS35 and the HZ50W.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the ZS35 and HZ50W is 89 and 70 respectively.

More often than not, it's hard to visualize the gap in sensor sizes just by checking out a spec sheet. The picture underneath might offer you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the ZS35 and HZ50W.

As you can see, both cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit different resolution. You should count on the Panasonic ZS35 to provide extra detail having its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop photographs far more aggressively. The younger ZS35 should have an edge with regard to sensor technology.