Fujifilm S8100fd vs Panasonic FZ35
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Fujifilm S8100fd vs Panasonic FZ35 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 64 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 27-486mm (F2.8-4.5) lens
- 405g - 111 x 78 x 79mm
- Released January 2009
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 27-486mm (F2.8-4.4) lens
- 397g - 118 x 76 x 89mm
- Revealed July 2010
- Alternate Name is Lumix DMC-FZ38

Fujifilm S8100fd vs Panasonic FZ35 Overview
In this article, we will be analyzing the Fujifilm S8100fd and Panasonic FZ35, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by competitors FujiFilm and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the Fujifilm S8100fd (10MP) and the FZ35 (12MP) is relatively comparable and they possess the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

The Fujifilm S8100fd was released 17 months earlier than the FZ35 which makes the cameras a generation apart from one another. Both of the cameras offer different body type with the Fujifilm S8100fd being a Compact camera and the Panasonic FZ35 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.
Before getting through a in depth comparison, below is a short synopsis of how the Fujifilm S8100fd grades vs the FZ35 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Fujifilm S8100fd vs Panasonic FZ35 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Fujifilm FinePix S8100fd and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ35. The complete galleries are provided at Fujifilm S8100fd Gallery and Panasonic FZ35 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm S8100fd over the Panasonic FZ35
Fujifilm S8100fd | FZ35 |
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Reasons to pick Panasonic FZ35 over the Fujifilm S8100fd
FZ35 | Fujifilm S8100fd | |||
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Revealed | July 2010 | ![]() | January 2009 | Fresher by 17 months |
Screen sizing | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.5" | Bigger screen (+0.2") |
Common features in the Fujifilm S8100fd and Panasonic FZ35
Fujifilm S8100fd | FZ35 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Very precise focusing | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Same screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither offers selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Missing Touch screen |
Fujifilm S8100fd vs Panasonic FZ35 Physical Comparison
In case you're aiming to carry your camera regularly, you need to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Fujifilm S8100fd offers outside dimensions of 111mm x 78mm x 79mm (4.4" x 3.1" x 3.1") accompanied by a weight of 405 grams (0.89 lbs) and the Panasonic FZ35 has dimensions of 118mm x 76mm x 89mm (4.6" x 3.0" x 3.5") and a weight of 397 grams (0.88 lbs).
Take a look at the Fujifilm S8100fd and Panasonic FZ35 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you have attached at the time. The following is the front view dimensions comparison of the Fujifilm S8100fd compared to the FZ35.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm S8100fd and FZ35 is 75 and 72 respectively.

Fujifilm S8100fd vs Panasonic FZ35 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it is difficult to imagine the contrast in sensor sizing simply by seeing specifications. The graphic here should give you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm S8100fd and FZ35.
Plainly, both of these cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit different resolution. You should count on the Panasonic FZ35 to provide more detail as a result of its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop pictures a little more aggressively. The older Fujifilm S8100fd will be behind with regard to sensor tech.

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Fujifilm S8100fd vs Panasonic FZ35 Specifications
Fujifilm FinePix S8100fd | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ35 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | FujiFilm | Panasonic |
Model | Fujifilm FinePix S8100fd | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ35 |
Also called as | - | Lumix DMC-FZ38 |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Released | 2009-01-15 | 2010-07-06 |
Physical type | Compact | SLR-like (bridge) |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | - | Venus Engine V |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 3:2 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 4000 x 3000 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 64 | 80 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 27-486mm (18.0x) | 27-486mm (18.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/2.8-4.5 | f/2.8-4.4 |
Macro focus range | 1cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 2.5" | 2.7" |
Display resolution | 230 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | Electronic |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 4 seconds | 60 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shooting rate | 1.0 frames/s | 2.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 8.80 m (Auto ISO (800)) | 8.50 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Slow sync, Red-eye reduction | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 640 x 480 30 fps, 320 x 240 30 fps | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | - | AVCHD Lite, 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 | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 405g (0.89 lbs) | 397g (0.88 lbs) |
Dimensions | 111 x 78 x 79mm (4.4" x 3.1" x 3.1") | 118 x 76 x 89mm (4.6" x 3.0" x 3.5") |
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 | 4 x AA | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, 10 sec (3 pictures)) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | xD Picturecard/SD/SDHC/MMC | SD/SDHC card, Internal |
Card slots | One | One |
Retail cost | $300 | $999 |