Fujifilm S8100fd vs Panasonic ZS35

Following is a in depth overview of the Fujifilm S8100fd versus Panasonic ZS35, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by competitors FujiFilm and Panasonic. There exists a sizable gap between the sensor resolutions of the Fujifilm S8100fd (10MP) and ZS35 (16MP) but both cameras have the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm S8100fd was released 6 years prior to the ZS35 which is quite a significant difference as far as technology is concerned. Both cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before getting into a step-by-step comparison, here is a simple synopsis of how the Fujifilm S8100fd grades versus the ZS35 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Fujifilm FinePix S8100fd & Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS35. The complete galleries are viewable at Fujifilm S8100fd Gallery & Panasonic ZS35 Gallery.

When you are planning to carry around your camera, you have to think about its weight and proportions. The Fujifilm S8100fd has got external measurements of 111mm x 78mm x 79mm (4.4" x 3.1" x 3.1") along with a weight of 405 grams (0.89 lbs) whilst 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).

Contrast the Fujifilm S8100fd versus Panasonic ZS35 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you have attached during that time. Underneath is a front view size comparison of the Fujifilm S8100fd compared to the ZS35.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm S8100fd and ZS35 is 75 and 89 respectively.

Typically, it can be difficult to visualise the difference between sensor sizes merely by reviewing specifications. The pic below might offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm S8100fd and ZS35.

To sum up, both of the cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit not the same megapixels. You can expect the Panasonic ZS35 to offer greater detail as a result of its extra 6 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop photographs a good deal more aggressively. The more aged Fujifilm S8100fd is going to be behind with regard to sensor technology.