Panasonic ZS35 vs Samsung TL220
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Panasonic ZS35 vs Samsung TL220 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200 (Boost to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-480mm (F3.3-6.4) lens
- 305g - 107 x 62 x 32mm
- Launched January 2014
- Additionally Known as Lumix DMC-TZ55
- Replaced the Panasonic ZS30
- Successor is Panasonic ZS40
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 27-124mm (F3.5-5.9) lens
- 169g - 100 x 60 x 19mm
- Launched August 2009
- Additionally referred to as ST500

Panasonic ZS35 vs Samsung TL220 Overview
The following is a comprehensive overview of the Panasonic ZS35 and Samsung TL220, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Panasonic and Samsung. There is a huge difference among the resolutions of the ZS35 (16MP) and TL220 (12MP) but they come with the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

The ZS35 was revealed 4 years after the TL220 which is a fairly significant gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before we go in to a detailed comparison, below is a short introduction of how the ZS35 grades vs the TL220 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Panasonic ZS35 vs Samsung TL220 Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS35 and Samsung TL220. The full galleries are viewable at Panasonic ZS35 Gallery and Samsung TL220 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic ZS35 over the Samsung TL220
ZS35 | TL220 | |||
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Launched | January 2014 | ![]() | August 2009 | Newer by 54 months |
Display type | Tilting | ![]() | Fixed | Tilting display |
Display resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper display (+230k dot) |
Reasons to pick Samsung TL220 over the Panasonic ZS35
TL220 | ZS35 | |||
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Touch display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Panasonic ZS35 and Samsung TL220
ZS35 | TL220 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Lack of manual focus | ||
Display sizing | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equivalent display measurements |
Selfie screen | ![]() | No selfie screen |
Panasonic ZS35 vs Samsung TL220 Physical Comparison
For those who are going to travel with your camera, you're going to have to factor in its weight and size. The Panasonic ZS35 offers exterior dimensions of 107mm x 62mm x 32mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.3") with a weight of 305 grams (0.67 lbs) and the Samsung TL220 has specifications of 100mm x 60mm x 19mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 0.7") and a weight of 169 grams (0.37 lbs).
Check the Panasonic ZS35 and Samsung TL220 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you choose at the time. Underneath is the front view measurement comparison of the ZS35 versus the TL220.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the ZS35 and TL220 is 89 and 95 respectively.

Panasonic ZS35 vs Samsung TL220 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it is tough to imagine the contrast in sensor dimensions simply by going through specifications. The picture here may offer you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the ZS35 and TL220.
Plainly, both of the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but different megapixels. You should anticipate the Panasonic ZS35 to show more detail because of its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will let you crop photos far more aggressively. The younger ZS35 provides a benefit when it comes to sensor technology.

Panasonic ZS35 vs Samsung TL220 Screen and ViewFinder


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Panasonic ZS35 vs Samsung TL220 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS35 | Samsung TL220 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Panasonic | Samsung |
Model type | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS35 | Samsung TL220 |
Also called as | Lumix DMC-TZ55 | ST500 |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
Launched | 2014-01-06 | 2009-08-13 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 27.7mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4000 x 3000 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Max enhanced ISO | 6400 | - |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Total focus points | 21 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 24-480mm (20.0x) | 27-124mm (4.6x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.3-6.4 | f/3.5-5.9 |
Macro focusing distance | 3cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Tilting | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of screen | 460k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Screen tech | TFT LCD (180 degree tilt) with AR coating | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 4 seconds | 8 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shutter rate | 10.0 frames/s | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 6.00 m | 3.40 m |
Flash modes | Auto, Auto/Red-eye Reduction, Forced On, Slow Sync./Red-eye Reduction, Forced Off | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, Slow sync, Manual |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30p), 1280 x 720 (30p), 640 x 480 (30p) | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (60, 30, 15 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | MPEG-4 | Motion JPEG |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 305 gr (0.67 lb) | 169 gr (0.37 lb) |
Dimensions | 107 x 62 x 32mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.3") | 100 x 60 x 19mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 0.7") |
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 ID | - | SLB-07A |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (10 sec, 2 sec, Double, Motion Timer) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | MicroSD/ MicroSDHC, internal |
Card slots | One | One |
Pricing at release | $300 | $90 |