Kodak M550 vs Panasonic ZS35

On this page, we are comparing the Kodak M550 and Panasonic ZS35, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands Kodak and Panasonic. There exists a substantial gap between the resolutions of the M550 (12MP) and ZS35 (16MP) but both cameras boast the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The M550 was released 5 years earlier than the ZS35 which is quite a big difference as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before we go straight to a in depth comparison, here is a brief summation of how the M550 scores versus the ZS35 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Kodak EasyShare M550 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS35. The complete galleries are available at Kodak M550 Gallery & Panasonic ZS35 Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to carry around your camera often, you will want to consider its weight and measurements. The Kodak M550 has outside measurements of 98mm x 58mm x 23mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 125 grams (0.28 lbs) while the Panasonic ZS35 has proportions of 107mm x 62mm x 32mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.3") having a weight of 305 grams (0.67 lbs).

Take a look at the Kodak M550 and Panasonic ZS35 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you have chosen during that time. Underneath is a front view size comparison of the M550 compared to the ZS35.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the M550 and ZS35 is 95 and 89 respectively.

More often than not, it is hard to imagine the difference between sensor sizes purely by looking at a spec sheet. The pic below will give you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the M550 and ZS35.

Clearly, both cameras have the same sensor dimensions but different megapixels. You can expect to see the Panasonic ZS35 to resolve extra detail as a result of its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will allow you to crop photos a bit more aggressively. The more aged M550 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.