Fujifilm XP30 vs Panasonic ZS35
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Fujifilm XP30 vs Panasonic ZS35 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F3.9-4.9) lens
- 165g - 99 x 68 x 24mm
- Introduced August 2011
- Old Model is FujiFilm XP10
- New Model is Fujifilm XP50
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200 (Raise to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-480mm (F3.3-6.4) lens
- 305g - 107 x 62 x 32mm
- Launched January 2014
- Also referred to as Lumix DMC-TZ55
- Old Model is Panasonic ZS30
- Refreshed by Panasonic ZS40

Fujifilm XP30 vs Panasonic ZS35 Overview
Let's look more in depth at the Fujifilm XP30 versus Panasonic ZS35, one is a Waterproof and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands FujiFilm and Panasonic. The resolution of the Fujifilm XP30 (14MP) and the ZS35 (16MP) is pretty close and both cameras offer the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The Fujifilm XP30 was announced 3 years earlier than the ZS35 which is a fairly large gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before getting straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a concise view of how the Fujifilm XP30 grades versus the ZS35 for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Fujifilm XP30 vs Panasonic ZS35 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery images for Fujifilm FinePix XP30 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS35. The whole galleries are viewable at Fujifilm XP30 Gallery and Panasonic ZS35 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm XP30 over the Panasonic ZS35
Fujifilm XP30 | ZS35 |
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Reasons to pick Panasonic ZS35 over the Fujifilm XP30
ZS35 | Fujifilm XP30 | |||
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Launched | January 2014 | ![]() | August 2011 | More modern by 29 months |
Screen type | Tilting | ![]() | Fixed | Tilting screen |
Screen size | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Screen resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper screen (+230k dot) |
Common features in the Fujifilm XP30 and Panasonic ZS35
Fujifilm XP30 | ZS35 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | No manual focus | ||
Selfie screen | ![]() | Missing selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Neither contains Touch screen |
Fujifilm XP30 vs Panasonic ZS35 Physical Comparison
For those who are looking to carry around your camera frequently, you will want to take into account its weight and size. The Fujifilm XP30 has got external dimensions of 99mm x 68mm x 24mm (3.9" x 2.7" x 0.9") along with a weight of 165 grams (0.36 lbs) while the Panasonic ZS35 has specifications of 107mm x 62mm x 32mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 305 grams (0.67 lbs).
Examine the Fujifilm XP30 versus Panasonic ZS35 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you have at the time. Underneath is a front view sizing comparison of the Fujifilm XP30 vs the ZS35.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm XP30 and ZS35 is 94 and 89 respectively.

Fujifilm XP30 vs Panasonic ZS35 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it is tough to visualize the gap in sensor sizes just by looking through specifications. The picture underneath will provide you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm XP30 and ZS35.
Plainly, the two cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit different megapixels. You should expect the Panasonic ZS35 to result in greater detail with its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will help you crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The more aged Fujifilm XP30 will be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.

Fujifilm XP30 vs Panasonic ZS35 Screen and ViewFinder


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Fujifilm XP30 vs Panasonic ZS35 Specifications
Fujifilm FinePix XP30 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS35 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | FujiFilm | Panasonic |
Model | Fujifilm FinePix XP30 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS35 |
Alternative name | - | Lumix DMC-TZ55 |
Class | Waterproof | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Introduced | 2011-08-16 | 2014-01-06 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14MP | 16MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Maximum enhanced ISO | - | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | - | 21 |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 24-480mm (20.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.9-4.9 | f/3.3-6.4 |
Macro focus range | 9cm | 3cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Tilting |
Screen sizing | 2.7 inches | 3 inches |
Screen resolution | 230k dots | 460k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Screen technology | TFT color LCD monitor | TFT LCD (180 degree tilt) with AR coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 4 seconds | 4 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shutter rate | 1.0 frames/s | 10.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 3.10 m | 6.00 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | Auto, Auto/Red-eye Reduction, Forced On, Slow Sync./Red-eye Reduction, Forced Off |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (30p), 1280 x 720 (30p), 640 x 480 (30p) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4 |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | BuiltIn | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 165 gr (0.36 pounds) | 305 gr (0.67 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 99 x 68 x 24mm (3.9" x 2.7" x 0.9") | 107 x 62 x 32mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 life | 200 shots | - |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | NP-45A | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD / SDHC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Card slots | One | One |
Launch price | $240 | $300 |