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Fujifilm HS35EXR vs Panasonic FZ150

Portability
59
Imaging
40
Features
57
Overall
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Fujifilm FinePix HS35EXR front
 
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ150 front
Portability
67
Imaging
36
Features
57
Overall
44

Fujifilm HS35EXR vs Panasonic FZ150 Key Specs

Fujifilm HS35EXR
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - 1/2" Sensor
  • 3" Tilting Screen
  • ISO 100 - 3200 (Expand to 12800)
  • Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • 24-720mm (F2.8-5.6) lens
  • 687g - 131 x 97 x 126mm
  • Announced January 2013
  • Superseded the Fujifilm HS30EXR
  • Newer Model is Fujifilm HS50 EXR
Panasonic FZ150
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fully Articulated Display
  • ISO 100 - 6400
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • 25-600mm (F2.8-5.2) lens
  • 528g - 124 x 82 x 92mm
  • Revealed April 2012
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Fujifilm HS35EXR vs Panasonic FZ150 Overview

Here is a in depth analysis of the Fujifilm HS35EXR versus Panasonic FZ150, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by manufacturers FujiFilm and Panasonic. There is a considerable difference between the image resolutions of the Fujifilm HS35EXR (16MP) and FZ150 (12MP) and the Fujifilm HS35EXR (1/2") and FZ150 (1/2.3") possess totally different sensor sizing.

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The Fujifilm HS35EXR was revealed 10 months later than the FZ150 which means that they are both of a similar age. Both cameras offer the identical body type (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before delving in to a detailed comparison, below is a concise view of how the Fujifilm HS35EXR matches up against the FZ150 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

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Reasons to pick Fujifilm HS35EXR over the Panasonic FZ150

 Fujifilm HS35EXR FZ150 
RevealedJanuary 2013April 2012Fresher by 10 months

Reasons to pick Panasonic FZ150 over the Fujifilm HS35EXR

 FZ150 Fujifilm HS35EXR 
Display typeFully ArticulatedTiltingFully Articulating display
Selfie screen Easy selfies

Common features in the Fujifilm HS35EXR and Panasonic FZ150

 Fujifilm HS35EXR FZ150 
Manually focus Very precise focus
Display sizing3"3"Equivalent display measurement
Display resolution460k460kThe same display resolution
Touch friendly display Neither features Touch friendly display

Fujifilm HS35EXR vs Panasonic FZ150 Physical Comparison

In case you're intending to carry your camera often, you have to take into account its weight and volume. The Fujifilm HS35EXR enjoys exterior dimensions of 131mm x 97mm x 126mm (5.2" x 3.8" x 5.0") with a weight of 687 grams (1.51 lbs) whilst the Panasonic FZ150 has sizing of 124mm x 82mm x 92mm (4.9" x 3.2" x 3.6") with a weight of 528 grams (1.16 lbs).

Analyze the Fujifilm HS35EXR versus Panasonic FZ150 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Always remember, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Following is the front view physical size comparison of the Fujifilm HS35EXR vs the FZ150.

Fujifilm HS35EXR vs Panasonic FZ150 size comparison

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm HS35EXR and FZ150 is 59 and 67 respectively.

Fujifilm HS35EXR vs Panasonic FZ150 top view buttons comparison

Fujifilm HS35EXR vs Panasonic FZ150 Sensor Comparison

Usually, it is very difficult to visualise the gap between sensor sizing merely by checking a spec sheet. The graphic underneath should offer you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm HS35EXR and FZ150.

As you can see, both of these cameras offer different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The Fujifilm HS35EXR having a larger sensor will make getting shallower depth of field easier and the Fujifilm HS35EXR will give more detail because of its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will allow you to crop pics a little more aggressively. The younger Fujifilm HS35EXR will have an edge when it comes to sensor innovation.

Fujifilm HS35EXR vs Panasonic FZ150 sensor size comparison

Fujifilm HS35EXR vs Panasonic FZ150 Screen and ViewFinder

Fujifilm HS35EXR vs Panasonic FZ150 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Fujifilm HS35EXR as a Portrait photography camera
Panasonic FZ150 as a Portrait photography camera
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you can focus manually
MP count good (16 megapixels)
comes with face detect focus
supports RAW formats
sensor is small (1/2")
41
has manual focus
delivers RAW formats
sensor resolution low (12MP)
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
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Street Comparison

Fujifilm HS35EXR Street photography factors
Panasonic FZ150 Street photography factors
55
has a tilting screen
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
supports RAW formats
sensor is small (1/2")
heavier than others (687g)
58
screen can move to multiple angles
built in image stabilization (Optical)
delivers RAW formats
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
more heavy than competitors (528 grams)
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Sports Comparison

Fujifilm HS35EXR Sports photography details
Panasonic FZ150 Sports photography details
55
great zoom range (24-720mm 30.0 x zoom)
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
MP count good (16MP)
comes with tracking focus
better than average battery pack (600 shots)
sensor is small (1/2")
doesn't have phase detect auto focus
43
amazing zoom range (25-600mm 24.0 x zoom)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
great battery life (410 shots)
sensor resolution low (12MP)
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
lacks phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

Fujifilm HS35EXR Travel photography details
Panasonic FZ150 Travel photography details
53
better than average battery pack (600 per charge)
MP count good (16MP)
flash built-in
relatively wide (24mm)
long reach (720mm)
does not have Time Lapse function
heavier than others (687g)
display is not selfie friendly
somewhat slow max aperture (f2.8)
56
great battery life (410 shots)
has built in flash
selfie friendly display
really wide (25mm)
great reach (600mm)
lack of Timelapse recording
more heavy than competitors (528 grams)
sensor resolution low (12 megapixels)
slow maximum aperture (f2.8)
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Landscape Comparison

Fujifilm HS35EXR Landscape photography details
Panasonic FZ150 Landscape photography details
53
you can focus manually
relatively wide (24mm)
screen size is good (3")
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
MP count good (16 megapixels)
supports RAW formats
better than average battery pack (600 per charge)
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow max aperture (f2.8)
sensor is small (1/2")
does not have Time Lapse function
48
has manual focus
really wide (25mm)
decent sized screen (3 inches)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
delivers RAW formats
great battery life (410 shots)
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
slow maximum aperture (f2.8)
sensor resolution low (12 megapixels)
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
lack of Timelapse recording
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Vlogging Comparison

Fujifilm HS35EXR Vlogging information
Panasonic FZ150 Vlogging information
25
relatively wide (24mm)
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
comes with face detect focus
video resolution high (1920 x 1080 resolution)
somewhat slow max aperture (f2.8)
display is not selfie friendly
does not have mic socket
heavier than others (687g)
62
really wide (25mm)
selfie friendly display
built in image stabilization (Optical)
high video quality (1920 x 1080 pixels)
does have external microphone socket
slow maximum aperture (f2.8)
more heavy than competitors (528 grams)
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Fujifilm HS35EXR vs Panasonic FZ150 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Fujifilm HS35EXR and Panasonic FZ150
 Fujifilm FinePix HS35EXRPanasonic Lumix DMC-FZ150
General Information
Company FujiFilm Panasonic
Model type Fujifilm FinePix HS35EXR Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ150
Class Small Sensor Superzoom Small Sensor Superzoom
Announced 2013-01-07 2012-04-11
Physical type SLR-like (bridge) SLR-like (bridge)
Sensor Information
Powered by EXR -
Sensor type EXRCMOS CMOS
Sensor size 1/2" 1/2.3"
Sensor measurements 6.4 x 4.8mm 6.17 x 4.55mm
Sensor surface area 30.7mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 16 megapixels 12 megapixels
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9
Highest Possible resolution 4608 x 3456 4000 x 3000
Maximum native ISO 3200 6400
Maximum enhanced ISO 12800 -
Lowest native ISO 100 100
RAW photos
Autofocusing
Manual focusing
Touch focus
Autofocus continuous
Autofocus single
Autofocus tracking
Selective autofocus
Autofocus center weighted
Multi area autofocus
Autofocus live view
Face detection autofocus
Contract detection autofocus
Phase detection autofocus
Total focus points - 23
Cross type focus points - -
Lens
Lens mount type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 24-720mm (30.0x) 25-600mm (24.0x)
Max aperture f/2.8-5.6 f/2.8-5.2
Macro focusing distance 1cm 1cm
Crop factor 5.6 5.8
Screen
Screen type Tilting Fully Articulated
Screen size 3 inch 3 inch
Resolution of screen 460 thousand dots 460 thousand dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch display
Screen tech TFT color LCD monitor with Sunny Day mode -
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder Electronic Electronic
Viewfinder coverage 100% 100%
Features
Minimum shutter speed 30s 30s
Fastest shutter speed 1/4000s 1/2000s
Continuous shutter rate 11.0 frames/s 12.0 frames/s
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Exposure compensation Yes Yes
Set white balance
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash distance 7.10 m (Wide: 30cm - 7.1m / Tele: 2.0m - 3.8m ) 9.50 m
Flash settings Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync
External flash
Auto exposure bracketing
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment
Average
Spot
Partial
AF area
Center weighted
Video features
Supported video resolutions 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) 1920 x 1080 (60, 30 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (220 fps)
Maximum video resolution 1920x1080 1920x1080
Video file format MPEG-4, H.264 MPEG-4, AVCHD, Motion JPEG
Microphone port
Headphone port
Connectivity
Wireless None None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environment sealing
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 687g (1.51 lbs) 528g (1.16 lbs)
Dimensions 131 x 97 x 126mm (5.2" x 3.8" x 5.0") 124 x 82 x 92mm (4.9" x 3.2" x 3.6")
DXO scores
DXO Overall rating not tested 40
DXO Color Depth rating not tested 19.4
DXO Dynamic range rating not tested 10.9
DXO Low light rating not tested 132
Other
Battery life 600 pictures 410 pictures
Battery type Battery Pack Battery Pack
Battery ID NP-W126 -
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec, Auto release, Auto shutter (Dog, Cat)) Yes (2 or 10 sec, 10 sec (3 pictures))
Time lapse shooting
Storage type SD/SDHC/SDXC SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal
Card slots One One
Pricing at release $380 $499