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Canon SX150 IS vs Panasonic ZS35 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 1600
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-336mm (F3.4-5.6) lens
- 306g - 113 x 73 x 46mm
- Revealed May 2012
- Succeeded the Canon SX130 IS
- New Model is Canon SX160 IS
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 100 - 3200 (Bump to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-480mm (F3.3-6.4) lens
- 305g - 107 x 62 x 32mm
- Introduced January 2014
- Additionally referred to as Lumix DMC-TZ55
- Previous Model is Panasonic ZS30
- Renewed by Panasonic ZS40

Canon SX150 IS vs Panasonic ZS35 Overview
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").

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.

Canon SX150 IS vs Panasonic ZS35 Gallery
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.
Reasons to pick Canon SX150 IS over the Panasonic ZS35
SX150 IS | ZS35 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Dial precise focusing |
Reasons to pick Panasonic ZS35 over the Canon SX150 IS
ZS35 | SX150 IS | |||
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Introduced | January 2014 | ![]() | May 2012 | Newer by 20 months |
Display type | Tilting | ![]() | Fixed | Tilting display |
Display resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Sharper display (+230k dot) |
Common features in the Canon SX150 IS and Panasonic ZS35
SX150 IS | ZS35 | |||
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Display sizing | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equivalent display sizing |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lacking selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Lacking Touch display |
Canon SX150 IS vs Panasonic ZS35 Physical Comparison
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).
See the Canon SX150 IS versus Panasonic ZS35 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
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.

Canon SX150 IS vs Panasonic ZS35 Sensor Comparison
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.

Canon SX150 IS vs Panasonic ZS35 Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon SX150 IS vs Panasonic ZS35 Specifications
Canon PowerShot SX150 IS | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS35 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Canon | Panasonic |
Model type | Canon PowerShot SX150 IS | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS35 |
Otherwise known as | - | Lumix DMC-TZ55 |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Revealed | 2012-05-14 | 2014-01-06 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | Digic 4 | - |
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14MP | 16MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 3:2 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Maximum boosted ISO | - | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Total focus points | 1 | 21 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-336mm (12.0x) | 24-480mm (20.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.4-5.6 | f/3.3-6.4 |
Macro focusing distance | 1cm | 3cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Tilting |
Display size | 3" | 3" |
Display resolution | 230 thousand dots | 460 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Display tech | - | TFT LCD (180 degree tilt) with AR coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 15 secs | 4 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2500 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shooting rate | 1.0fps | 10.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.00 m | 6.00 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | Auto, Auto/Red-eye Reduction, Forced On, Slow Sync./Red-eye Reduction, Forced Off |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps), 160 x 120 (15 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (30p), 1280 x 720 (30p), 640 x 480 (30p) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | H.264 | MPEG-4 |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
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 sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 306 grams (0.67 lbs) | 305 grams (0.67 lbs) |
Dimensions | 113 x 73 x 46mm (4.4" x 2.9" x 1.8") | 107 x 62 x 32mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 130 photos | - |
Form of battery | AA | - |
Battery ID | 2 x AA | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Retail cost | $249 | $300 |