Panasonic ZS60 vs Samsung HZ35W

Lets look more in depth at the Panasonic ZS60 versus Samsung HZ35W, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by competitors Panasonic and Samsung. There exists a big gap among the resolutions of the ZS60 (18MP) and HZ35W (12MP) but both cameras boast the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

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The ZS60 was launched 5 years after the HZ35W which is a fairly big gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before delving right into a more detailed comparison, here is a concise view of how the ZS60 scores vs the HZ35W for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS60 and Samsung HZ35W. The complete galleries are viewable at Panasonic ZS60 Gallery and Samsung HZ35W Gallery.

For those who are planning to carry around your camera regularly, you are going to need to factor in its weight and volume. The Panasonic ZS60 has got physical measurements of 112mm x 64mm x 38mm (4.4" x 2.5" x 1.5") with a weight of 282 grams (0.62 lbs) whilst the Samsung HZ35W has sizing of 107mm x 61mm x 28mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.1") along with a weight of 245 grams (0.54 lbs).

Check the Panasonic ZS60 versus Samsung HZ35W in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you have chosen at that moment. Underneath is a front view scale comparison of the ZS60 compared to the HZ35W.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the ZS60 and HZ35W is 88 and 91 respectively.

Normally, it can be tough to see the gap in sensor sizes purely by researching a spec sheet. The pic underneath should provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the ZS60 and HZ35W.

As you can see, each of the cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit not the same MP. You should count on the Panasonic ZS60 to provide you with more detail utilizing its extra 6MP. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop pictures way more aggressively. The fresher ZS60 will have a benefit in sensor innovation.