Fujifilm F550 EXR vs Panasonic ZS35

In this article, we will be evaluating the Fujifilm F550 EXR and Panasonic ZS35, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by manufacturers FujiFilm and Panasonic. The resolution of the Fujifilm F550 EXR (16MP) and the ZS35 (16MP) is pretty comparable but the Fujifilm F550 EXR (1/2") and ZS35 (1/2.3") come with totally different sensor sizes.

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The Fujifilm F550 EXR was manufactured 3 years earlier than the ZS35 and that is a fairly significant gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go through a full comparison, below is a concise introduction of how the Fujifilm F550 EXR scores versus the ZS35 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Fujifilm FinePix F550 EXR and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS35. The entire galleries are viewable at Fujifilm F550 EXR Gallery and Panasonic ZS35 Gallery.

If you are aiming to lug around your camera, you'll need to take into account its weight and proportions. The Fujifilm F550 EXR features exterior dimensions of 104mm x 63mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.5" x 1.3") along with a weight of 215 grams (0.47 lbs) and the Panasonic ZS35 has measurements of 107mm x 62mm x 32mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.3") having a weight of 305 grams (0.67 lbs).

Compare the Fujifilm F550 EXR and Panasonic ZS35 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you have attached at that time. Here is the front view physical size comparison of the Fujifilm F550 EXR compared to the ZS35.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm F550 EXR and ZS35 is 91 and 89 respectively.

More often than not, it is difficult to see the difference in sensor measurements simply by checking out technical specs. The visual underneath will offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm F550 EXR and ZS35.

As you can tell, both the cameras offer the same exact megapixel count albeit not the same sensor measurements. The Fujifilm F550 EXR contains the bigger sensor which should make getting bokeh less difficult. The older Fujifilm F550 EXR will be behind in sensor tech.