Panasonic ZS35 vs Samsung WB850F

Below is a extended overview of the Panasonic ZS35 vs Samsung WB850F, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by manufacturers Panasonic and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the ZS35 (16MP) and the WB850F (16MP) is relatively comparable and both cameras offer the same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The ZS35 was manufactured 2 years later than the WB850F and that is a fairly big difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before delving right into a in-depth comparison, here is a quick summary of how the ZS35 grades vs the WB850F with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS35 & Samsung WB850F. The entire galleries are available at Panasonic ZS35 Gallery & Samsung WB850F Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to lug around your camera, you should think about its weight and measurements. The Panasonic ZS35 has got outer measurements of 107mm x 62mm x 32mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.3") and a weight of 305 grams (0.67 lbs) whilst the Samsung WB850F has proportions of 109mm x 62mm x 25mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.0") having a weight of 250 grams (0.55 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are utilising at that time. Below is a front view measurements comparison of the ZS35 against the WB850F.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the ZS35 and WB850F is 89 and 91 respectively.

Usually, it is difficult to envision the difference in sensor measurements just by seeing technical specs. The visual underneath should offer you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the ZS35 and WB850F.

As you can tell, the two cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the exact same megapixels and you can expect comparable quality of files however you should consider the launch date of the cameras into account. The fresher ZS35 will have an edge with regard to sensor technology.