Canon A2100 IS vs Panasonic ZS35

In this article, we will be looking at the Canon A2100 IS vs Panasonic ZS35, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands Canon and Panasonic. There exists a big gap among the sensor resolutions of the A2100 IS (12MP) and ZS35 (16MP) but they come with the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The A2100 IS was revealed 5 years before the ZS35 which is a fairly big gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go in to a comprehensive comparison, below is a quick overview of how the A2100 IS matches up against the ZS35 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot A2100 IS and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS35. The full galleries are viewable at Canon A2100 IS Gallery and Panasonic ZS35 Gallery.

For anybody who is looking to travel with your camera regularly, you will want to factor in its weight and size. The Canon A2100 IS offers physical measurements of 102mm x 64mm x 32mm (4.0" x 2.5" x 1.3") and a weight of 185 grams (0.41 lbs) and the Panasonic ZS35 has specifications of 107mm x 62mm x 32mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.3") and a weight of 305 grams (0.67 lbs).

Take a look at the Canon A2100 IS vs Panasonic ZS35 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are utilising at the time. The following is the front view size comparison of the A2100 IS against the ZS35.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the A2100 IS and ZS35 is 92 and 89 respectively.

Quite often, it is very tough to visualize the contrast in sensor dimensions purely by checking out specifications. The picture here may give you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the A2100 IS and ZS35.

Plainly, both of these cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit different MP. You should expect the Panasonic ZS35 to provide greater detail because of its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop shots a little more aggressively. The more aged A2100 IS will be behind in sensor innovation.