Panasonic ZS50 vs Samsung HZ35W
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37 Features
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91 Imaging
35 Features
42 Overall
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Panasonic ZS50 vs Samsung HZ35W Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-720mm (F3.3-6.4) lens
- 243g - 111 x 65 x 34mm
- Introduced January 2015
- Also Known as Lumix DMC-TZ70
- Earlier Model is Panasonic ZS45
- Refreshed by Panasonic ZS60
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-360mm (F3.2-5.8) lens
- 245g - 107 x 61 x 28mm
- Announced June 2010
- Alternative Name is WB650

Panasonic ZS50 vs Samsung HZ35W Overview
Here is a thorough comparison of the Panasonic ZS50 versus Samsung HZ35W, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by rivals Panasonic and Samsung. The resolution of the ZS50 (12MP) and the HZ35W (12MP) is fairly close and they enjoy the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

The ZS50 was released 4 years later than the HZ35W and that is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before we go in to a comprehensive comparison, below is a brief overview of how the ZS50 matches up vs the HZ35W with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Panasonic ZS50 vs Samsung HZ35W Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS50 and Samsung HZ35W. The complete galleries are viewable at Panasonic ZS50 Gallery and Samsung HZ35W Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic ZS50 over the Samsung HZ35W
ZS50 | HZ35W | |||
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Announced | January 2015 | ![]() | June 2010 | Fresher by 56 months |
Display resolution | 1040k | ![]() | 614k | Crisper display (+426k dot) |
Reasons to pick Samsung HZ35W over the Panasonic ZS50
HZ35W | ZS50 |
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Common features in the Panasonic ZS50 and Samsung HZ35W
ZS50 | HZ35W | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | More precise focusing | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display sizing | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equivalent display size |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Missing selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Neither includes Touch friendly display |
Panasonic ZS50 vs Samsung HZ35W Physical Comparison
For anybody who is aiming to carry your camera frequently, you should think about its weight and size. The Panasonic ZS50 features exterior dimensions of 111mm x 65mm x 34mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 243 grams (0.54 lbs) and the Samsung HZ35W has specifications of 107mm x 61mm x 28mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 245 grams (0.54 lbs).
See the Panasonic ZS50 versus Samsung HZ35W in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are utilising at that time. Below is the front view measurements comparison of the ZS50 compared to the HZ35W.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the ZS50 and HZ35W is 90 and 91 respectively.

Panasonic ZS50 vs Samsung HZ35W Sensor Comparison
Normally, it can be difficult to visualise the difference in sensor sizing simply by looking through a spec sheet. The graphic here will help give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the ZS50 and HZ35W.
As you can see, both of those cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the identical resolution and you should expect comparable quality of pictures though you should really consider the production date of the cameras into account. The more recent ZS50 is going to have a benefit when it comes to sensor innovation.

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Panasonic ZS50 vs Samsung HZ35W Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS50 | Samsung HZ35W | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Panasonic | Samsung |
Model type | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS50 | Samsung HZ35W |
Also called as | Lumix DMC-TZ70 | WB650 |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Introduced | 2015-01-06 | 2010-06-16 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12MP | 12MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4000 x 3000 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Total focus points | 23 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 24-720mm (30.0x) | 24-360mm (15.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.3-6.4 | f/3.2-5.8 |
Macro focusing distance | 3cm | 3cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Display resolution | 1,040 thousand dot | 614 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | None |
Viewfinder resolution | 1,166 thousand dot | - |
Viewfinder coverage | 100% | - |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.46x | - |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 4s | 16s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shooting speed | 10.0 frames per sec | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 6.40 m | 5.00 m |
Flash settings | Auto, Auto/Red-eye Reduction, Forced On, Slow Sync./Red-eye Reduction, Forced Off | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60p/60i/30p), 1280 x 720 (60p/30p), 640 x 480 (30p) | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (60, 30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, AVCHD | Motion JPEG |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 243 grams (0.54 pounds) | 245 grams (0.54 pounds) |
Dimensions | 111 x 65 x 34mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.3") | 107 x 61 x 28mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | 44 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | 20.0 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | 11.2 | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | 138 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 300 shots | - |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | - | SLB-11A |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Double, Motion) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Retail cost | $350 | $300 |