Fujifilm F500 EXR vs Panasonic ZS35
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Fujifilm F500 EXR vs Panasonic ZS35 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200 (Raise to 12800)
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-360mm (F3.5-5.3) lens
- 215g - 104 x 63 x 33mm
- Introduced January 2011
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 100 - 3200 (Boost 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
- Also Known as Lumix DMC-TZ55
- Replaced the Panasonic ZS30
- Refreshed by Panasonic ZS40

Fujifilm F500 EXR vs Panasonic ZS35 Overview
Here, we are analyzing the Fujifilm F500 EXR vs Panasonic ZS35, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by rivals FujiFilm and Panasonic. The image resolution of the Fujifilm F500 EXR (16MP) and the ZS35 (16MP) is very similar but the Fujifilm F500 EXR (1/2") and ZS35 (1/2.3") have different sensor sizing.

The Fujifilm F500 EXR was released 4 years earlier than the ZS35 and that is quite a large gap as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before going right into a in-depth comparison, here is a concise overview of how the Fujifilm F500 EXR grades against the ZS35 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Fujifilm F500 EXR vs Panasonic ZS35 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Fujifilm FinePix F500 EXR and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS35. The complete galleries are available at Fujifilm F500 EXR Gallery and Panasonic ZS35 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm F500 EXR over the Panasonic ZS35
Fujifilm F500 EXR | ZS35 |
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Reasons to pick Panasonic ZS35 over the Fujifilm F500 EXR
ZS35 | Fujifilm F500 EXR | |||
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Revealed | January 2014 | ![]() | January 2011 | Fresher by 36 months |
Display type | Tilting | ![]() | Fixed | Tilting display |
Common features in the Fujifilm F500 EXR and Panasonic ZS35
Fujifilm F500 EXR | ZS35 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Lack of manual focusing | ||
Display size | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Same display measurement |
Display resolution | 460k | ![]() | 460k | Exact same display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither features selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Neither features Touch display |
Fujifilm F500 EXR vs Panasonic ZS35 Physical Comparison
If you are looking to carry your camera regularly, you have to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Fujifilm F500 EXR enjoys physical measurements of 104mm x 63mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.5" x 1.3") along with a weight of 215 grams (0.47 lbs) whilst the Panasonic ZS35 has dimensions of 107mm x 62mm x 32mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.3") and a weight of 305 grams (0.67 lbs).
See the Fujifilm F500 EXR vs Panasonic ZS35 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you have chosen at that moment. Following is a front view measurement comparison of the Fujifilm F500 EXR and the ZS35.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm F500 EXR and ZS35 is 91 and 89 respectively.

Fujifilm F500 EXR vs Panasonic ZS35 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it's tough to visualize the gap between sensor sizing only by reviewing specifications. The visual underneath might provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm F500 EXR and ZS35.
Plainly, both of those cameras feature the identical megapixels but different sensor sizing. The Fujifilm F500 EXR includes the larger sensor which should make getting shallower depth of field simpler. The older Fujifilm F500 EXR is going to be behind in sensor technology.

Fujifilm F500 EXR vs Panasonic ZS35 Screen and ViewFinder


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Fujifilm F500 EXR vs Panasonic ZS35 Specifications
Fujifilm FinePix F500 EXR | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS35 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | FujiFilm | Panasonic |
Model | Fujifilm FinePix F500 EXR | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS35 |
Also Known as | - | Lumix DMC-TZ55 |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Introduced | 2011-01-05 | 2014-01-06 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | EXR | - |
Sensor type | EXRCMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.4 x 4.8mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 30.7mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti aliasing 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 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | - | 21 |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 24-360mm (15.0x) | 24-480mm (20.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.5-5.3 | f/3.3-6.4 |
Macro focus distance | 5cm | 3cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.6 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Tilting |
Screen sizing | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of screen | 460k dots | 460k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Screen tech | TFT color LCD monitor | TFT LCD (180 degree tilt) with AR coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 8 seconds | 4 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shooting rate | 3.0fps | 10.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 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 |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 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 |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
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 sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 215 gr (0.47 pounds) | 305 gr (0.67 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 104 x 63 x 33mm (4.1" x 2.5" x 1.3") | 107 x 62 x 32mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery model | NP-50 | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Auto shutter(Dog, Cat)) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Pricing at launch | $430 | $300 |