Fujifilm S8300 vs Panasonic ZS35

In this write-up, we will be analyzing the Fujifilm S8300 versus Panasonic ZS35, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by companies FujiFilm and Panasonic. The image resolution of the Fujifilm S8300 (16MP) and the ZS35 (16MP) is pretty similar and they feature the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm S8300 was launched 12 months prior to the ZS35 and they are of a similar generation. Each of the cameras offer different body type with the Fujifilm S8300 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Panasonic ZS35 being a Compact camera.

Before going through a comprehensive comparison, below is a concise summary of how the Fujifilm S8300 scores vs the ZS35 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Fujifilm FinePix S8300 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS35. The complete galleries are provided at Fujifilm S8300 Gallery and Panasonic ZS35 Gallery.

For anybody who is going to carry around your camera often, you need to think about its weight and volume. The Fujifilm S8300 has exterior dimensions of 123mm x 87mm x 116mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 4.6") with a weight of 670 grams (1.48 lbs) while the Panasonic ZS35 has sizing of 107mm x 62mm x 32mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.3") with a weight of 305 grams (0.67 lbs).

Analyze the Fujifilm S8300 versus Panasonic ZS35 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are utilizing at the time. The following is the front view over all size comparison of the Fujifilm S8300 against the ZS35.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm S8300 and ZS35 is 61 and 89 respectively.

Often, it can be hard to visualize the gap between sensor sizes only by reviewing specs. The pic below might provide you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm S8300 and ZS35.

All in all, both cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the same exact resolution and you should expect similar quality of pictures though you should take the release date of the products into consideration. The more aged Fujifilm S8300 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.