Canon G12 vs Panasonic ZS35
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![Canon PowerShot G12 front Canon PowerShot G12 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/w300/fronton/Canon-PowerShot-G12-ek-fs.jpg)
![Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS35 front Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS35 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-ZS35/Panasonic-ZS35-front.jpg)
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Canon G12 vs Panasonic ZS35 Key Specs
(Full Review)
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- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200 (Boost to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-480mm (F3.3-6.4) lens
- 305g - 107 x 62 x 32mm
- Launched January 2014
- Also Known as Lumix DMC-TZ55
- Superseded the Panasonic ZS30
- Replacement is Panasonic ZS40
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Canon G12 vs Panasonic ZS35 Overview
Here is a in-depth comparison of the Canon G12 versus Panasonic ZS35, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by competitors Canon and Panasonic. There is a sizeable difference among the image resolutions of the G12 (10MP) and ZS35 (16MP) and the G12 (1/1.7") and ZS35 (1/2.3") provide totally different sensor measurements.
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The G12 was revealed 4 years prior to the ZS35 and that is a fairly large gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before going straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a brief summary of how the G12 grades vs the ZS35 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
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Canon G12 vs Panasonic ZS35 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot G12 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS35. The full galleries are provided at Canon G12 Gallery and Panasonic ZS35 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon G12 over the Panasonic ZS35
G12 | ZS35 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Very exact focus | ||
Screen type | Fully Articulated | ![]() | Tilting | Fully Articulating screen |
Screen resolution | 461k | ![]() | 460k | Crisper screen (+1k dot) |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Take selfies |
Reasons to pick Panasonic ZS35 over the Canon G12
ZS35 | G12 | |||
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Launched | January 2014 | ![]() | January 2011 | Fresher by 36 months |
Screen size | 3" | ![]() | 2.8" | Bigger screen (+0.2") |
Common features in the Canon G12 and Panasonic ZS35
G12 | ZS35 | |||
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Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Neither includes Touch friendly screen |
Canon G12 vs Panasonic ZS35 Physical Comparison
For those who are intending to carry your camera regularly, you're going to have to think about its weight and dimensions. The Canon G12 features physical measurements of 112mm x 76mm x 48mm (4.4" x 3.0" x 1.9") accompanied by a weight of 401 grams (0.88 lbs) whilst the Panasonic ZS35 has dimensions of 107mm x 62mm x 32mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.3") and a weight of 305 grams (0.67 lbs).
Contrast the Canon G12 versus Panasonic ZS35 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are utilizing at that time. Here is a front view overall size comparison of the G12 compared to the ZS35.
![Canon G12 vs Panasonic ZS35 size comparison Canon G12 vs Panasonic ZS35 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Canon-PowerShot-G12-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-ZS35-size-comparison.jpg)
Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the G12 and ZS35 is 83 and 89 respectively.
![Canon G12 vs Panasonic ZS35 top view buttons comparison Canon G12 vs Panasonic ZS35 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Canon-PowerShot-G12-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-ZS35-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Canon G12 vs Panasonic ZS35 Sensor Comparison
Often, it is very difficult to envision the contrast in sensor sizing merely by going through a spec sheet. The photograph here will help offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the G12 and ZS35.
Clearly, the 2 cameras feature different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The G12 having a bigger sensor will make shooting shallower DOF simpler and the Panasonic ZS35 will show more detail because of its extra 6MP. Higher resolution will also help you crop photographs way more aggressively. The older G12 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.
![Canon G12 vs Panasonic ZS35 sensor size comparison Canon G12 vs Panasonic ZS35 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Canon-PowerShot-G12-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-ZS35-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Canon G12 vs Panasonic ZS35 Screen and ViewFinder
![Canon G12 vs Panasonic ZS35 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Canon G12 vs Panasonic ZS35 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Canon-PowerShot-G12-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-ZS35-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Portrait Comparison
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Travel Comparison
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Canon G12 vs Panasonic ZS35 Specifications
Canon PowerShot G12 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS35 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Canon | Panasonic |
Model | Canon PowerShot G12 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS35 |
Also called as | - | Lumix DMC-TZ55 |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Introduced | 2011-01-19 | 2014-01-06 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | Digic 4 | - |
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/1.7" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 7.44 x 5.58mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 41.5mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 5:4, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 4608 x 3456 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Max enhanced ISO | - | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | 21 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 24-480mm (20.0x) |
Max aperture | f/2.8-4.5 | f/3.3-6.4 |
Macro focus distance | 1cm | 3cm |
Focal length multiplier | 4.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fully Articulated | Tilting |
Display diagonal | 2.8 inch | 3 inch |
Display resolution | 461k dot | 460k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Display technology | - | TFT LCD (180 degree tilt) with AR coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Optical (tunnel) | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 15s | 4s |
Max shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shutter speed | 1.0 frames/s | 10.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 7.00 m | 6.00 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Second Curtain | Auto, Auto/Red-eye Reduction, Forced On, Slow Sync./Red-eye Reduction, Forced Off |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Max flash sync | 1/2000s | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (24 fps) 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (30p), 1280 x 720 (30p), 640 x 480 (30p) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | H.264 | MPEG-4 |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 401g (0.88 pounds) | 305g (0.67 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 112 x 76 x 48mm (4.4" x 3.0" x 1.9") | 107 x 62 x 32mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | 47 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | 20.4 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | 11.2 | not tested |
DXO Low light score | 161 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 370 photos | - |
Battery form | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | NB-7L | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC/MMC/MMCplus/HC MMCplus | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Retail pricing | $600 | $300 |