Fujifilm F800EXR vs Panasonic FZ35

Here, we are reviewing the Fujifilm F800EXR versus Panasonic FZ35, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by brands FujiFilm and Panasonic. There is a noticeable difference among the resolutions of the Fujifilm F800EXR (16MP) and FZ35 (12MP) and the Fujifilm F800EXR (1/2") and FZ35 (1/2.3") boast totally different sensor measurements.

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The Fujifilm F800EXR was unveiled 2 years later than the FZ35 and that is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of these cameras feature different body design with the Fujifilm F800EXR being a Compact camera and the Panasonic FZ35 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before delving right into a detailed comparison, here is a simple synopsis of how the Fujifilm F800EXR grades against the FZ35 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Fujifilm FinePix F800EXR & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ35. The full galleries are viewable at Fujifilm F800EXR Gallery & Panasonic FZ35 Gallery.

For anybody who is planning to carry your camera often, you need to consider its weight and proportions. The Fujifilm F800EXR has got external measurements of 105mm x 63mm x 36mm (4.1" x 2.5" x 1.4") accompanied by a weight of 232 grams (0.51 lbs) whilst the Panasonic FZ35 has measurements of 118mm x 76mm x 89mm (4.6" x 3.0" x 3.5") with a weight of 397 grams (0.88 lbs).

See the Fujifilm F800EXR versus Panasonic FZ35 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Here is a front view dimension comparison of the Fujifilm F800EXR against the FZ35.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm F800EXR and FZ35 is 90 and 72 respectively.

Generally, it is very difficult to see the contrast in sensor sizing just by going through specs. The visual below will provide you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm F800EXR and FZ35.

As you can plainly see, each of these cameras feature different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The Fujifilm F800EXR with its larger sensor will make shooting shallow depth of field easier and the Fujifilm F800EXR will show greater detail having an extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will help you crop images way more aggressively. The newer Fujifilm F800EXR is going to have an edge with regard to sensor tech.