Canon SX150 IS vs Panasonic ZS35

In this article, we are contrasting the Canon SX150 IS versus Panasonic ZS35, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by companies Canon and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the SX150 IS (14MP) and the ZS35 (16MP) is fairly close and they come with the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The SX150 IS was launched 20 months earlier than the ZS35 making the cameras a generation away from each other. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving straight into a in depth comparison, below is a simple summation of how the SX150 IS grades versus the ZS35 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot SX150 IS and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS35. The complete galleries are available at Canon SX150 IS Gallery and Panasonic ZS35 Gallery.

For those who are intending to travel with your camera, you need to think about its weight and volume. The Canon SX150 IS features outside measurements of 113mm x 73mm x 46mm (4.4" x 2.9" x 1.8") accompanied by a weight of 306 grams (0.67 lbs) whilst the Panasonic ZS35 has sizing of 107mm x 62mm x 32mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.3") having a weight of 305 grams (0.67 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are using at that moment. Below is the front view dimensions comparison of the SX150 IS compared to the ZS35.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the SX150 IS and ZS35 is 86 and 89 respectively.

Usually, it can be hard to picture the gap in sensor dimensions simply by looking through technical specs. The image here should provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the SX150 IS and ZS35.

As you have seen, the 2 cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but different MP. You should anticipate the Panasonic ZS35 to provide you with more detail utilizing its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also help you crop images far more aggressively. The more aged SX150 IS will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.