Fujifilm Z35 vs Panasonic SZ1

Here, we will be matching up the Fujifilm Z35 versus Panasonic SZ1, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by manufacturers FujiFilm and Panasonic. There exists a big gap among the sensor resolutions of the Fujifilm Z35 (10MP) and SZ1 (16MP) but both cameras provide the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm Z35 was unveiled 3 years prior to the SZ1 and that is a fairly big gap as far as camera technology is concerned. The two cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before going right into a in depth comparison, here is a simple overview of how the Fujifilm Z35 scores versus the SZ1 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Fujifilm FinePix Z35 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ1. The full galleries are viewable at Fujifilm Z35 Gallery and Panasonic SZ1 Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to carry your camera regularly, you should factor its weight and volume. The Fujifilm Z35 comes with outside measurements of 90mm x 58mm x 24mm (3.5" x 2.3" x 0.9") having a weight of 125 grams (0.28 lbs) and the Panasonic SZ1 has sizing of 99mm x 59mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") along with a weight of 131 grams (0.29 lbs).

Check the Fujifilm Z35 versus Panasonic SZ1 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are working with during that time. Underneath is a front view sizing comparison of the Fujifilm Z35 compared to the SZ1.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm Z35 and SZ1 is 95 and 95 respectively.

Typically, its difficult to see the contrast in sensor sizing purely by seeing specifications. The photograph underneath might provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm Z35 and SZ1.

To sum up, both of those cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit not the same megapixels. You should expect the Panasonic SZ1 to provide more detail having an extra 6MP. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop shots way more aggressively. The older Fujifilm Z35 will be behind in sensor innovation.