FujiFilm S2500HD vs Panasonic ZS35

Here is a thorough overview of the FujiFilm S2500HD and Panasonic ZS35, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by manufacturers FujiFilm and Panasonic. There is a considerable difference between the image resolutions of the S2500HD (12MP) and ZS35 (16MP) but both cameras provide the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The S2500HD was introduced 4 years earlier than the ZS35 and that is quite a large difference as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras feature different body design with the FujiFilm S2500HD being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Panasonic ZS35 being a Compact camera.

Before delving straight to a full comparison, here is a brief highlight of how the S2500HD scores vs the ZS35 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for FujiFilm FinePix S2500HD & Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS35. The whole galleries are available at FujiFilm S2500HD Gallery & Panasonic ZS35 Gallery.

When you are looking to carry your camera, you need to think about its weight and measurements. The FujiFilm S2500HD provides exterior measurements of 110mm x 73mm x 81mm (4.3" x 2.9" x 3.2") and a weight of 337 grams (0.74 lbs) and the Panasonic ZS35 has proportions of 107mm x 62mm x 32mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.3") and a weight of 305 grams (0.67 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you select at the time. The following is a front view scale comparison of the S2500HD vs the ZS35.

Using size and weight, the portability score of the S2500HD and ZS35 is 78 and 89 respectively.

Often, it's difficult to visualise the difference between sensor sizing merely by going over technical specs. The photograph here will help offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the S2500HD and ZS35.

As you have seen, each of these cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit not the same MP. You can count on the Panasonic ZS35 to deliver extra detail using its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will let you crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The older S2500HD is going to be behind with regard to sensor innovation.