Canon SX130 IS vs Panasonic FZ35
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Canon SX130 IS vs Panasonic FZ35 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 1600
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-336mm (F3.4-5.6) lens
- 308g - 113 x 73 x 46mm
- Introduced August 2010
- Newer Model is Canon SX150 IS
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 27-486mm (F2.8-4.4) lens
- 397g - 118 x 76 x 89mm
- Announced July 2010
- Other Name is Lumix DMC-FZ38
Canon SX130 IS vs Panasonic FZ35 Overview
Below, we will be contrasting the Canon SX130 IS versus Panasonic FZ35, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by manufacturers Canon and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the SX130 IS (12MP) and the FZ35 (12MP) is pretty similar and they possess the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe SX130 IS was revealed 2 months after the FZ35 which means that they are of a similar generation. Both the cameras come with different body type with the Canon SX130 IS being a Compact camera and the Panasonic FZ35 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.
Before delving straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a short overview of how the SX130 IS matches up against the FZ35 for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Canon SX130 IS vs Panasonic FZ35 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot SX130 IS and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ35. The full galleries are provided at Canon SX130 IS Gallery and Panasonic FZ35 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SX130 IS over the Panasonic FZ35
SX130 IS | FZ35 | |||
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Screen dimension | 3" | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Reasons to pick Panasonic FZ35 over the Canon SX130 IS
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Common features in the Canon SX130 IS and Panasonic FZ35
SX130 IS | FZ35 | |||
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Announced | August 2010 | July 2010 | Similar generation | |
Manual focus | Dial accurate focus | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen resolution | 230k | 230k | Exact same screen resolution | |
Selfie screen | Neither offers selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly screen | Neither offers Touch friendly screen |
Canon SX130 IS vs Panasonic FZ35 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is going to travel with your camera regularly, you'll need to consider its weight and measurements. The Canon SX130 IS offers outer dimensions of 113mm x 73mm x 46mm (4.4" x 2.9" x 1.8") with a weight of 308 grams (0.68 lbs) and the Panasonic FZ35 has proportions of 118mm x 76mm x 89mm (4.6" x 3.0" x 3.5") having a weight of 397 grams (0.88 lbs).
Contrast the Canon SX130 IS versus Panasonic FZ35 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you have chosen at that moment. Following is the front view sizing comparison of the SX130 IS and the FZ35.
Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the SX130 IS and FZ35 is 85 and 72 respectively.
Canon SX130 IS vs Panasonic FZ35 Sensor Comparison
Often, it's hard to visualise the gap between sensor dimensions only by going over specs. The pic here may provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the SX130 IS and FZ35.
As you can plainly see, both cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements and the same exact resolution therefore you should expect similar quality of images although you will need to factor the release date of the products into consideration.
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Canon SX130 IS vs Panasonic FZ35 Specifications
Canon PowerShot SX130 IS | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ35 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Canon | Panasonic |
Model | Canon PowerShot SX130 IS | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ35 |
Also referred to as | - | Lumix DMC-FZ38 |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Introduced | 2010-08-19 | 2010-07-06 |
Body design | Compact | SLR-like (bridge) |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | Digic 4 | Venus Engine V |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12MP | 12MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 3:2 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4000 x 3000 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-336mm (12.0x) | 27-486mm (18.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.4-5.6 | f/2.8-4.4 |
Macro focus distance | 1cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3 inch | 2.7 inch |
Screen resolution | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | Electronic |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 15 secs | 60 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2500 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | 1.0 frames/s | 2.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 3.00 m | 8.50 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps), 160 x 120 (15 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video format | H.264 | AVCHD Lite, Motion JPEG |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
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 | 308g (0.68 lbs) | 397g (0.88 lbs) |
Dimensions | 113 x 73 x 46mm (4.4" x 2.9" x 1.8") | 118 x 76 x 89mm (4.6" x 3.0" x 3.5") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery model | 2 x AA | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, 10 sec (3 pictures)) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC/MMC/MMCplus/HC MMCplus | SD/SDHC card, Internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Launch price | $250 | $999 |