Fujifilm F600 EXR vs Panasonic ZS35

In this write-up, we are evaluating the Fujifilm F600 EXR and Panasonic ZS35, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by manufacturers FujiFilm and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the Fujifilm F600 EXR (16MP) and the ZS35 (16MP) is very well matched but the Fujifilm F600 EXR (1/2") and ZS35 (1/2.3") come with totally different sensor size.

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The Fujifilm F600 EXR was announced 3 years before the ZS35 which is quite a significant gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go in to a thorough comparison, below is a short summation of how the Fujifilm F600 EXR grades against the ZS35 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Fujifilm FinePix F600 EXR and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS35. The whole galleries are viewable at Fujifilm F600 EXR Gallery and Panasonic ZS35 Gallery.

When you are looking to carry around your camera regularly, you will need to take into account its weight and size. The Fujifilm F600 EXR enjoys outer dimensions of 104mm x 63mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.5" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 215 grams (0.47 lbs) while the Panasonic ZS35 has specifications of 107mm x 62mm x 32mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.3") and a weight of 305 grams (0.67 lbs).

Contrast the Fujifilm F600 EXR and Panasonic ZS35 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Below is the front view dimension comparison of the Fujifilm F600 EXR vs the ZS35.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm F600 EXR and ZS35 is 91 and 89 respectively.

In many cases, it can be difficult to visualise the difference between sensor sizes only by checking specs. The image underneath should provide you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm F600 EXR and ZS35.

All in all, both the cameras offer the same exact resolution but not the same sensor sizes. The Fujifilm F600 EXR uses the larger sensor which will make obtaining shallow depth of field easier. The more aged Fujifilm F600 EXR is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.