Panasonic ZS35 vs Samsung WB800F
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Panasonic ZS35 vs Samsung WB800F Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200 (Expand to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-480mm (F3.3-6.4) lens
- 305g - 107 x 62 x 32mm
- Announced January 2014
- Alternative Name is Lumix DMC-TZ55
- Older Model is Panasonic ZS30
- Updated by Panasonic ZS40
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 23-483mm (F2.8-5.9) lens
- 218g - 111 x 65 x 22mm
- Launched January 2013

Panasonic ZS35 vs Samsung WB800F Overview
Below is a in-depth review of the Panasonic ZS35 and Samsung WB800F, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by manufacturers Panasonic and Samsung. The image resolution of the ZS35 (16MP) and the WB800F (16MP) is very comparable and they enjoy the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").

The ZS35 was revealed 13 months later than the WB800F making the cameras a generation apart from each other. Both of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before we go in to a complete comparison, below is a simple overview of how the ZS35 scores versus the WB800F in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Panasonic ZS35 vs Samsung WB800F Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS35 and Samsung WB800F. The full galleries are available at Panasonic ZS35 Gallery and Samsung WB800F Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic ZS35 over the Samsung WB800F
ZS35 | WB800F | |||
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Launched | January 2014 | ![]() | January 2013 | More recent by 13 months |
Display type | Tilting | ![]() | Fixed | Tilting display |
Reasons to pick Samsung WB800F over the Panasonic ZS35
WB800F | ZS35 | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
Manually focus | ![]() | Very accurate focus | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Panasonic ZS35 and Samsung WB800F
ZS35 | WB800F | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
Display dimension | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Identical display size |
Display resolution | 460k | ![]() | 460k | Exact same display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | No selfie screen |
Panasonic ZS35 vs Samsung WB800F Physical Comparison
For those who are aiming to lug around your camera frequently, you're going to have to factor its weight and volume. The Panasonic ZS35 provides physical measurements of 107mm x 62mm x 32mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.3") having a weight of 305 grams (0.67 lbs) whilst the Samsung WB800F has sizing of 111mm x 65mm x 22mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 0.9") along with a weight of 218 grams (0.48 lbs).
Examine the Panasonic ZS35 and Samsung WB800F in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you have during that time. Underneath is the front view overall size comparison of the ZS35 against the WB800F.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the ZS35 and WB800F is 89 and 92 respectively.

Panasonic ZS35 vs Samsung WB800F Sensor Comparison
Generally, it can be tough to envision the difference in sensor measurements just by checking out technical specs. The graphic below may offer you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the ZS35 and WB800F.
As you have seen, both the cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements and the same exact MP and you should expect comparable quality of images although you should really factor the production date of the cameras into account. The younger ZS35 is going to have a benefit with regard to sensor tech.

Panasonic ZS35 vs Samsung WB800F Screen and ViewFinder


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Panasonic ZS35 vs Samsung WB800F Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS35 | Samsung WB800F | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Panasonic | Samsung |
Model type | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS35 | Samsung WB800F |
Also Known as | Lumix DMC-TZ55 | - |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Announced | 2014-01-06 | 2013-01-07 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 27.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | - |
Highest Possible resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Maximum enhanced ISO | 6400 | - |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Total focus points | 21 | - |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 24-480mm (20.0x) | 23-483mm (21.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.3-6.4 | f/2.8-5.9 |
Macro focusing range | 3cm | - |
Crop factor | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Tilting | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Screen resolution | 460k dots | 460k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Screen tech | TFT LCD (180 degree tilt) with AR coating | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 4s | 16s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shutter rate | 10.0 frames/s | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 6.00 m | - |
Flash settings | Auto, Auto/Red-eye Reduction, Forced On, Slow Sync./Red-eye Reduction, Forced Off | - |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30p), 1280 x 720 (30p), 640 x 480 (30p) | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | MPEG-4 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 305g (0.67 lbs) | 218g (0.48 lbs) |
Dimensions | 107 x 62 x 32mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.3") | 111 x 65 x 22mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 0.9") |
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 | ||
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Price at release | $300 | $300 |