FujiFilm F300EXR vs Panasonic FZ35

Here, we will be analyzing the FujiFilm F300EXR vs Panasonic FZ35, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by brands FujiFilm and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the F300EXR (12MP) and the FZ35 (12MP) is pretty comparable but the F300EXR (1/2") and FZ35 (1/2.3") boast different sensor sizing.

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The F300EXR was manufactured very close to the FZ35 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Both of the cameras feature different body design with the FujiFilm F300EXR being a Compact camera and the Panasonic FZ35 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before delving right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a simple summation of how the F300EXR scores versus the FZ35 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for FujiFilm FinePix F300EXR and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ35. The entire galleries are viewable at FujiFilm F300EXR Gallery and Panasonic FZ35 Gallery.

When you are intending to carry your camera, you will have to think about its weight and measurements. The FujiFilm F300EXR has got outer measurements of 104mm x 59mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") along with a weight of 215 grams (0.47 lbs) whilst the Panasonic FZ35 has proportions of 118mm x 76mm x 89mm (4.6" x 3.0" x 3.5") and a weight of 397 grams (0.88 lbs).

Check the FujiFilm F300EXR vs Panasonic FZ35 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are working with at that moment. Underneath is a front view proportions comparison of the F300EXR versus the FZ35.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the F300EXR and FZ35 is 91 and 72 respectively.

Usually, its tough to imagine the difference in sensor sizing only by checking out specifications. The photograph here will help give you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the F300EXR and FZ35.

To sum up, both the cameras come with the identical resolution albeit different sensor sizing. The F300EXR comes with the bigger sensor which will make getting shallow DOF less difficult.