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FujiFilm HS20 EXR vs Panasonic ZS35

Portability
58
Imaging
38
Features
55
Overall
44
FujiFilm FinePix HS20 EXR front
 
Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS35 front
Portability
89
Imaging
39
Features
50
Overall
43

FujiFilm HS20 EXR vs Panasonic ZS35 Key Specs

FujiFilm HS20 EXR
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - 1/2" Sensor
  • 3" Tilting Screen
  • ISO 100 - 3200 (Increase to 12800)
  • Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • 24-720mm (F2.8-5.6) lens
  • 730g - 131 x 91 x 126mm
  • Launched January 2011
  • Other Name is FinePix HS22 EXR
  • Later Model is Fujifilm HS30EXR
Panasonic ZS35
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Tilting Screen
  • ISO 100 - 3200 (Raise to 6400)
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • 24-480mm (F3.3-6.4) lens
  • 305g - 107 x 62 x 32mm
  • Revealed January 2014
  • Alternate Name is Lumix DMC-TZ55
  • Old Model is Panasonic ZS30
  • Refreshed by Panasonic ZS40
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FujiFilm HS20 EXR vs Panasonic ZS35 Overview

Here, we will be contrasting the FujiFilm HS20 EXR vs Panasonic ZS35, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by rivals FujiFilm and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the HS20 EXR (16MP) and the ZS35 (16MP) is pretty close but the HS20 EXR (1/2") and ZS35 (1/2.3") provide totally different sensor measurements.

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The HS20 EXR was brought out 4 years before the ZS35 which is a fairly large difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of the cameras feature different body design with the FujiFilm HS20 EXR being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Panasonic ZS35 being a Compact camera.

Before delving right into a in depth comparison, here is a simple summation of how the HS20 EXR grades against the ZS35 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

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Reasons to pick FujiFilm HS20 EXR over the Panasonic ZS35

 HS20 EXR ZS35 
Focus manually Very precise focusing

Reasons to pick Panasonic ZS35 over the FujiFilm HS20 EXR

 ZS35 HS20 EXR 
RevealedJanuary 2014January 2011More modern by 36 months

Common features in the FujiFilm HS20 EXR and Panasonic ZS35

 HS20 EXR ZS35 
Screen typeTiltingTiltingTilting screen
Screen size3"3"Same screen measurements
Screen resolution460k460kThe same screen resolution
Selfie screen No selfie screen
Touch screen No Touch screen

FujiFilm HS20 EXR vs Panasonic ZS35 Physical Comparison

If you're aiming to carry around your camera regularly, you will need to think about its weight and dimensions. The FujiFilm HS20 EXR offers external dimensions of 131mm x 91mm x 126mm (5.2" x 3.6" x 5.0") along with a weight of 730 grams (1.61 lbs) whilst the Panasonic ZS35 has dimensions of 107mm x 62mm x 32mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 305 grams (0.67 lbs).

Contrast the FujiFilm HS20 EXR vs Panasonic ZS35 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Take into account, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are working with during that time. The following is a front view dimensions comparison of the HS20 EXR against the ZS35.

FujiFilm HS20 EXR vs Panasonic ZS35 size comparison

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the HS20 EXR and ZS35 is 58 and 89 respectively.

FujiFilm HS20 EXR vs Panasonic ZS35 top view buttons comparison

FujiFilm HS20 EXR vs Panasonic ZS35 Sensor Comparison

Often, it is tough to see the difference in sensor sizes simply by viewing technical specs. The image below may provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the HS20 EXR and ZS35.

As you can tell, both of those cameras feature the identical resolution albeit not the same sensor sizes. The HS20 EXR provides the bigger sensor which should make achieving shallower depth of field easier. The more aged HS20 EXR will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.

FujiFilm HS20 EXR vs Panasonic ZS35 sensor size comparison

FujiFilm HS20 EXR vs Panasonic ZS35 Screen and ViewFinder

FujiFilm HS20 EXR vs Panasonic ZS35 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

FujiFilm HS20 EXR as a Portrait photography camera
Panasonic ZS35 as a Portrait photography camera
54
has manual focus
good MP (16MP)
has face detect focusing
exports RAW files
small sensor size (1/2")
36
decent MP (16MP)
provides face detect focus
focusing manually not possible
external flash not possible
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
no RAW files
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Street Comparison

FujiFilm HS20 EXR Street photography factors
Panasonic ZS35 Street photography factors
54
screen tilts up and down
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
exports RAW files
small sensor size (1/2")
heavier than average in class (730g)
68
screen tilts up and down
built in image stabilization (Optical)
lighter than competitors in class (305g)
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
no RAW files
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Sports Comparison

FujiFilm HS20 EXR Sports photography details
Panasonic ZS35 Sports photography details
52
long zoom range (24-720mm 30.0 x zoom)
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
good MP (16 megapixels)
has tracking focus
small sensor size (1/2")
does not have phase detect AF
52
incredible zoom range (24-480mm 20.0 x zoom)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
decent MP (16MP)
provides tracking focus
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
no phase detect auto focus
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Travel Comparison

FujiFilm HS20 EXR Travel photography info
Panasonic ZS35 Travel photography info
50
good MP (16MP)
has built in flash
fairly wide (24mm)
long zoom (720mm)
missing Time Lapse mode
heavier than average in class (730 grams)
display isn't selfie friendly
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f2.8)
68
lighter than competitors in class (305g)
decent MP (16MP)
has built in flash
pretty wide (24mm)
long reach (480mm)
lack of Time Lapse function
screen is not selfie friendly
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.3)
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Landscape Comparison

FujiFilm HS20 EXR as a Landscape photography camera
Panasonic ZS35 as a Landscape photography camera
51
has manual focus
fairly wide (24mm)
good sized screen (3 inch)
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
good MP (16MP)
exports RAW files
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f2.8)
small sensor size (1/2")
missing Time Lapse mode
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pretty wide (24mm)
screen size is decent (3 inch)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
decent MP (16 megapixels)
focusing manually not possible
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.3)
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
no RAW files
lack of Time Lapse function
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Vlogging Comparison

Vlogging with FujiFilm HS20 EXR
Vlogging with Panasonic ZS35
25
fairly wide (24mm)
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
has face detect focusing
high res video (1920 x 1080 pxls)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f2.8)
display isn't selfie friendly
missing mic jack
heavier than average in class (730 grams)
34
pretty wide (24mm)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
provides face detect focus
video resolution high (1920 x 1080 pixels)
lighter than competitors in class (305 grams)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.3)
screen is not selfie friendly
lack of mic port
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FujiFilm HS20 EXR vs Panasonic ZS35 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for FujiFilm HS20 EXR and Panasonic ZS35
 FujiFilm FinePix HS20 EXRPanasonic Lumix DMC-ZS35
General Information
Manufacturer FujiFilm Panasonic
Model type FujiFilm FinePix HS20 EXR Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS35
Otherwise known as FinePix HS22 EXR Lumix DMC-TZ55
Category Small Sensor Superzoom Small Sensor Superzoom
Launched 2011-01-05 2014-01-06
Body design SLR-like (bridge) Compact
Sensor Information
Processor Chip EXR -
Sensor type EXRCMOS CMOS
Sensor size 1/2" 1/2.3"
Sensor dimensions 6.4 x 4.8mm 6.08 x 4.56mm
Sensor surface area 30.7mm² 27.7mm²
Sensor resolution 16MP 16MP
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9
Full resolution 4608 x 3456 4608 x 3456
Max native ISO 3200 3200
Max boosted ISO 12800 6400
Min native ISO 100 100
RAW format
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Touch to focus
Continuous autofocus
Autofocus single
Autofocus tracking
Autofocus selectice
Autofocus center weighted
Autofocus multi area
Live view autofocus
Face detection focus
Contract detection focus
Phase detection focus
Total focus points - 21
Cross type focus points - -
Lens
Lens support fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 24-720mm (30.0x) 24-480mm (20.0x)
Largest aperture f/2.8-5.6 f/3.3-6.4
Macro focusing distance 1cm 3cm
Focal length multiplier 5.6 5.9
Screen
Screen type Tilting Tilting
Screen size 3" 3"
Screen resolution 460 thousand dot 460 thousand dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch functionality
Screen technology TFT color LCD monitor TFT LCD (180 degree tilt) with AR coating
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type Electronic None
Viewfinder coverage 97% -
Features
Lowest shutter speed 30 secs 4 secs
Highest shutter speed 1/4000 secs 1/2000 secs
Continuous shooting speed 8.0 frames per second 10.0 frames per second
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Exposure compensation Yes Yes
Change white balance
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash distance 3.20 m 6.00 m
Flash options Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync Auto, Auto/Red-eye Reduction, Forced On, Slow Sync./Red-eye Reduction, Forced Off
External flash
AEB
White balance bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment metering
Average metering
Spot metering
Partial metering
AF area metering
Center weighted metering
Video features
Video resolutions 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (60 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 80 fps), 320 x 112 (320 fps), 320 x 240 (160 fps) 1920 x 1080 (30p), 1280 x 720 (30p), 640 x 480 (30p)
Max video resolution 1920x1080 1920x1080
Video data format MPEG-4 MPEG-4
Mic jack
Headphone jack
Connectivity
Wireless None 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 proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 730 gr (1.61 lbs) 305 gr (0.67 lbs)
Physical dimensions 131 x 91 x 126mm (5.2" x 3.6" x 5.0") 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 ID 4 x AA -
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec) Yes (2 or 10 sec)
Time lapse feature
Type of storage SD/SDHC/SDXC SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal
Storage slots Single Single
Launch cost $600 $300