Panasonic ZS5 vs Samsung HZ35W

Lets look closer at the Panasonic ZS5 versus Samsung HZ35W, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by companies Panasonic and Samsung. The resolution of the ZS5 (12MP) and the HZ35W (12MP) is relatively comparable and both cameras provide the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The ZS5 was introduced at a similar time to the HZ35W which means that they are of a similar age. Both the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before we go right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a quick summary of how the ZS5 matches up versus the HZ35W with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS5 & Samsung HZ35W. The whole galleries are provided at Panasonic ZS5 Gallery & Samsung HZ35W Gallery.

For anyone who is going to carry around your camera often, you need to think about its weight and proportions. The Panasonic ZS5 has got outer measurements of 103mm x 60mm x 32mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") with a weight of 214 grams (0.47 lbs) whilst the Samsung HZ35W has measurements of 107mm x 61mm x 28mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.1") and a weight of 245 grams (0.54 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you use at that moment. The following is a front view measurements comparison of the ZS5 vs the HZ35W.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the ZS5 and HZ35W is 92 and 91 respectively.

Sometimes, it can be hard to envision the difference in sensor sizes just by going through specifications. The pic underneath may provide you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the ZS5 and HZ35W.

To sum up, both of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the same megapixels therefore you can expect comparable quality of images but you should really take the age of the cameras into account.